When you abbreviate a state on an address label or envelope, are you supposed to put a period after the last letter of the abbreviation?
No, use the United States Postal Service two-letter abbreviation without a period.
In honor of this lesson, we will add a free sheet of address labels to your order if you mention this Blog. Expires 3.13.09
Monday, March 9, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
When should children start writing thank you notes?
As a mother of four boys under 6, I have been writing LOTS of thank you notes over the last couple of years. I was curious as to when I should be passing the torch to my children. After some research, this appeared to be the acceptable time line.
At birth - parents/caretakers write a thank you note for the child.
At four - you make your child aware of the "art" of writing thank you notes. This is the perfect opportunity to explain manners, gratitude, etc.
At 7 or 8 - You can create a thank you note that the child can copy. Short and sweet is crucial at this point.
At 9 - He/She should be able to write, address and stamp the envelope with your help.
At 12 - They should be on their own with parent encouragement.
At 14 - It should be an automatic routine!
Good luck...this is one of those parental lessons that is worth it's weight in gold!!!
We will throw in an extra set of thank you notes for each set ordered through 2/28/09. After you place your order, send us an email stating that you saw our blog and we will add the free sets to your order. (maximum 2 free sets)
At birth - parents/caretakers write a thank you note for the child.
At four - you make your child aware of the "art" of writing thank you notes. This is the perfect opportunity to explain manners, gratitude, etc.
At 7 or 8 - You can create a thank you note that the child can copy. Short and sweet is crucial at this point.
At 9 - He/She should be able to write, address and stamp the envelope with your help.
At 12 - They should be on their own with parent encouragement.
At 14 - It should be an automatic routine!
Good luck...this is one of those parental lessons that is worth it's weight in gold!!!
We will throw in an extra set of thank you notes for each set ordered through 2/28/09. After you place your order, send us an email stating that you saw our blog and we will add the free sets to your order. (maximum 2 free sets)
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Timeframe for sending a thank you note to a business associate...
3rd Etiquette Rule:
First of all…it is a fabulous idea to send business thank you notes! It will set you apart from the vast majority! From a professional standpoint, use any occasion to get noticed! Congratulations, condolences, favors, meals, etc.
24 to 48 after the occasion is proper. However, don’t forgo the note due to a lapse of time!
We've just uploaded a new design that I think is perfect for an informal thank you note. It will be on sale through February 15, 2009 for $8.00. Enjoy!
Friday, January 23, 2009
Carnival Give Away
We had so much fun with this Carnival!! We will definitely participate next quarter...thanks to all who participated! The winner is:
Amanda Sue...I have sent an email to let you know that you have won. I look forward to hearing from you!
Welcome! This is our first time to participate in the Bloggy Give Away Quarterly Carnival! We're excited about the opportunity. There are 100's of participants with freebies...take advantage and have fun!
Give Away:
$30 gift certificate towards Wacky Kracker Stationery. This gift certificate can be used on notepads, note cards, labels, or invitations designed by Wacky Kracker.
Rules of the game:
You must visit wackykracker.com and return to this blog and post a comment as to how you would utilize your gift certificate. Easy, right? Be sure to leave your email address so we can contact you if you are the winner. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to contact me with their mailing information before another winner is chosen.
Who is eligble?
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. You don't have to be a blogger to win but you must supply a valid email address.
When is the winner announced?
We will post the winner on Monday, February 2, 2009.
Thanks for participating!
Amanda Sue...I have sent an email to let you know that you have won. I look forward to hearing from you!
Welcome! This is our first time to participate in the Bloggy Give Away Quarterly Carnival! We're excited about the opportunity. There are 100's of participants with freebies...take advantage and have fun!
Give Away:
$30 gift certificate towards Wacky Kracker Stationery. This gift certificate can be used on notepads, note cards, labels, or invitations designed by Wacky Kracker.
Rules of the game:
You must visit wackykracker.com and return to this blog and post a comment as to how you would utilize your gift certificate. Easy, right? Be sure to leave your email address so we can contact you if you are the winner. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to contact me with their mailing information before another winner is chosen.
Who is eligble?
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. You don't have to be a blogger to win but you must supply a valid email address.
When is the winner announced?
We will post the winner on Monday, February 2, 2009.
Thanks for participating!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Thank you note timeline...
Week 2:
We're all trying to get our feet on the ground since the holidays are behind us. I feel like I blinked and it's the second week in January! So, when is it too late to send a thank you note? The answer is NEVER!! People appreciate your thoughtfulness at any given time!
If you spend $25 on our website, I will enclose a free set of "Jones" note cards to help you send out the last of your thank you notes! Offer ends at midnight on Friday, January 23, 2009! Please send me a separate email after you place your order stating that you saw this promotion on our blog! Enjoy your week!
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Happy New Year!
We've had many questions over the last 6 years about grammar and etiquette guidelines for writing notes and personalizing invitations. I've decided to use our Blog to answer many of the questions over the next 52 weeks. Because of our technology driven world, many of us have lost the "personal touch" of communication. It's rare that we call home phones and talk to spouses b/c we all have personal cell phones. We tend to use emails instead of taking the time to write a personal note. Now we have reduced our thoughts to abbreviations due to texting. We all live hectic lives that make it difficult to find 10-20 minutes to sit down and write personal notes. But from personal experience and from stories from friends and clients, there is nothing that makes us feel more special that a handwritten note! My intent for our blog in 2009 is to bring back the beauty and style of personalized notes. Not to mention, these will be will be valuable lessons for me to pass to my boys so that personal notes don't become a "lost form" in this technical world. Just remember that etiquette evolves over the years so use these as guidelines...
Week 1:
How to write a Thank You Note...
I learned a valuable lesson several years ago. I was agonizing over writing so many thank you notes one weekend. My husband made a profound statement... He said, "It costs less than a $1.00 and takes less than 2 minutes to express your gratitude for a gift that probably costs more than $40." That statement put the art of expressing "thanks" in perspective for me!
Let's get back to basics... Kick off 2009 expressing thanks to everyone that remembered you during the holiday season through a handwritten note.
1. Greet the Giver:
Dear Susan,
2. Express your gratitude:
Thank you so much for the hand knit scarf.
3. Discuss Use:
I will think of you every time I wrap it around my neck on those chilly January days!
4. Mention the Past, Allude to the Future:
It was great seeing you at our Christmas dinner and I look forward to our next "girl's night out."
5. Grace:
Thanks again for your thoughtfulness!
6. Regards:
Love, Casey
For those of you that embrace our lesson this week, I have a little gift for you! If you purchase 2 sets of folded note cards or fill in thank you notes, I will include a free set of note cards in your order...your choice of design. Please send me the personalization and design choice to casey@wackykracker.com. This offer will expire on January 13, 2009. Enjoy!
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Favorite New Design
Christopher has been hard at work... This happens to be my favorite NEW design!! I will enclose a set of Free Heart gift stickers with every order placed by November 7, 2008 over $40.00. Once your order is placed, please send me the personalization for your Free set of stickers...perfect for the upcoming Holiday Season!
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