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Short, opinionated essays for people who actually send cards.

  • How to Write a Sympathy Card That Actually Comforts

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Birthday Message Ideas, Sorted by the Age They Fit Best

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Wedding Card Etiquette: What to Write, What to Skip

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Thank-You Notes After a Job Interview: A Practical Template

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Choosing the Right Paper Stock for Printable Cards

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Designing Cards That Look Good On Screen and In Hand

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Holiday Card Photo Tips From People Who Send 200 a Year

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • When to Handwrite Inside a Printable Card (and When Not To)

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Sending Greeting Cards Internationally Without Stress

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Eco-Friendly Greeting Card Options That Don't Look Cheap

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • A Graduation Card Message Bank for Every Type of Grad

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

  • Anniversary Card Ideas Year by Year, From One to Fifty

    Most greeting card advice falls into one of two camps: too clever, or too cautious. This guide tries to land between them. It is written for people who actually send cards — to fri…

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