An Easy, Painless Way to Write Thank-You Notes

By Lexi Dwyer, BRIDES Magazine

Writer's block? Consider these tips and sample notes when thanking your guests for their gifts-even if you're not quite sure what some of them are!

Someone gave you money

Dear Aunt Melissa and Uncle Marc,

You don't know the person who gave you the gift
Mention that you're happy about meeting her at the wedding.

Dear Mrs. Bergen,
Thank you for the gorgeous crystal bowl. It will look absolutely perfect on the coffee table in our apartment. My mother has always spoken so fondly of you-Chris and I look forward to finally meeting you at the wedding. (I'll be the woman in white!)

Related: Advice from Suze Orman: The First Five Things to Do with Gifts of Money

You don't know what the gift is
Focus on the giver's kindness rather than the mystery.

Dear Jane and Tom,

It's a group gift

Dear Lisa,
Thank you for the gas grill. It's so snazzy and high-tech-just what we'd been wanting. We're lucky to have friends who know us so well. You'll have to come by for some of Chris's famous ribs soon!

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You already have one (or already exchanged it)

Dear Derek,
Chris and I want to thank you for the vintage cocktail shaker. The art-deco design is so sleek and handsome-you are clearly a man with good taste! We're so happy you were able to make it to the wedding.

You hate it but can't return it

Dear Grandma,

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