Below you’ll find our alphabetized wedding gift thank you notes for gifts starting with letters A-L. M-Z is here. You can find a complete list of all the wedding gifts here. And all posts for wedding card wording here.
Note: For wedding thank you wording to thank someone for attending your wedding and a giving a gift simply add “Thank you for attending the wedding and …” before the note. See example under candle.
A
alcohol
• Thank you for the (insert bottle of scotch, wine, or champagne). Nothing marks a celebration like a bottle of (insert type of alcohol)! Your well wishes and thoughtful gift are greatly appreciated. Thanks again.
artwork
• Thank you for the beautiful Monet print. (or insert artist name and work)It will look beautiful in our new home (or insert living room, apartment, guest home).* I will think of you every time I admire it. Thanks again.
bacherlorette party / bachelorette weekend
• Thank you for the fabulous bachelorette party (or bachelorette weekend). It was a total blast. The decorations, the entertainment, and most importantly the company was more than anyone could ever want. Thank you for the perfect night (weekend).
bakeware
• Thank you for the wonderful bakeware. It will definitely come in handy and be used often. Your well wishes and thoughtful gift are truly appreciate. Thanks again.
barbecue grill
• Thank you for the fantastic barbecue grill. It will come in handy, and will be so much fun in the Summer. We’ll have to have you over one weekend soon. Thanks again.
bath towels
• Thank you for the beautiful bath towels. They will look fantastic in our guest bathroom (or master bathroom). You’re an awesome (or thoughtful, generous) friend. Thanks again.
bed/bedroom set
• Thank you for the beautiful (pick an adjective or state the design or designer): antique, oak, Edwardian, Raymond Bock) bed (or bed set). Your generosity is truly appreciated. We absolutely love it. Thank you very much.
bed skirt
• Thank you so much for the lovely bed skirt. It is the perfect style (or color) and gives the bed that added elegance that finishes off the entire room. Thanks again for such a thoughtful gift.
Best Man (see also groomsmen)
• Thank you for being my best man at the wedding. You were the best, best man a groom could ever want. Thank you.
blender
• Thank you for the awesome blender. It’s a classic gift from a real class act. Thanks again.
bowls
• Thank you for the beautiful bowl set. Every time they are used, it will give us cause to think of the wonderful friend(s) who got them for us. Thanks again.
breadmaker
• Thank you for the fantastic breadmaker. It will be put to good use. You must come over and ‘break bread’ with us soon. Thanks again.
bridal shower
• Thank you for throwing such a fantastic bridal shower. It was a very special day made all the more special by your friendship, awesome planning, and fantastic food! You are one in a million. Thanks again.
bridesmaids
• Thank you for being one of my bridesmaids. You went above and beyond the call of duty, and having you as a big part in one of the biggest celebrations in life was an honor. Thank you!
C
can opener
• I CAN-not thank you enough for the electric can opener. Get it? Seriously, thanks for giving me such a practical gift. I will use it daily, and it will give me occasion to think of the wonderful friend who gave it to me daily, too.
candle
• Thank you for attending the wedding and the beautiful, wedding candle. Thoughts of your friendship and well wishes will burn brightly in our hearts for years to come. Thanks again.
candlestick holders
• Thank you for the elegant candlestick holders. They will “hold” a special place in our hearts and our home. Thanks again.
cannister set
• Thank you for the handsome cannister set. It will come in handy often and give me cause to think of you often, too. Thanks again.
cash (also see Wedding Thank You for the Money Page)
• Thank you for your truly generous gift. We are saving your gift to go toward the down payment on our new home. You are a dear and thoughtful friend. Thanks again.
ceramic bowl (also see bowls)
• Thank you for the wonderful ceramic bowls. They will be saved for special occasions, which is fitting because they are from such a special friend. Thanks again.
china (see wedding thank you wording for dishes)
• Thank you for the elegant china set. The pattern is beautiful. You will be in our thoughts every we time we use it. Thanks again.
charity donation
• Thank you for donation to (insert name of charity) in honor of our wedding. Knowing that I have a friend so generous and thoughtful is gift in and of itself. That you have chosen to share your generosity with such a worthy cause in honor of our wedding overwhelms me. Thank you for such a beautiful gift.
clock
• Thank you for the beautiful clock. My thought will remember the good ‘times’ you and I have shared, and your well wishes for our marriage. It is a perfect gift. Thanks again.
coasters
• Thank you for your thoughtful coaster set. It will keep our coffee table looking new. Thanks again.
coffee cups/coffee set (also see china or tea set)
• Thank you for the wonderful set of coffee cups. Our cup runneth over with coffee and gratitude for you. Thanks again.
coffee grinder
• Thank you for the coffee grinder. Fresh ground coffee is the best way to wake up in the morning. We’ll think of you every time we use it. Thanks again.
Coffee Pot/Coffee Maker
Thank you for the fantastic coffee maker. Your practical gift will be used every day and will give us cause to remember your generosity daily as well. Thanks again.
colander
• Thank you for the colander. It will be put to frequent use. Your generous and practical gift is truly appreciated. Thanks again.
collectible (also see art)
• Thank you for the beautiful (insert name of maker or description) collectible. Your gift will have a treasured place in our home that matches the treasured place you have in our hearts. Thanks again.
comforter (also see wedding thank you wording for quilt)
• Thank you for the comfy comforter. It’s perfect and will look (or looks) fabulous in our bedroom (or guest bedroom). Thanks again.
cookbook
• Thank you for the (Insert Title). The recipes look absolutely delicious. I cannot wait to have you over to taste my best efforts. Thanks again.
cookware (see pans and pots)
• Thank you for the wonderful cookware set. It will be put to good use, and your generosity will be remembered at every meal. Thanks again.
cookie sheet
• Thank you for the lovely cookie sheet. Your thoughtful gift is as a sweet as the treats I’ll be baking on it. Thanks again.
cooking utensils
• Thank you for the set of cooking utensils. Your gift will make cooking at home a joy. Thanks again.
couch/loveseat/sofa (also see furniture)
• Thank you for the beautiful (insert one: coach/loveseat/sofa). It looks fantastic in our living room. You are a truly generous and kind friend. Thanks again.
creamer and sugar bowl set
• Thank you for the adorable creamer and sugar bowl set. We will think of you every morning when we use it. Thanks again.
crock pot
• Thank you for the crock pot. It will be put to good use. You are a dear and thoughtful friend. Thanks again.
crystal bowl (see bowl)
• Thank you for the crystal bowl. Your elegant gift is one of our favorites. Thanks again.
Cuisinart (see food processor)
• Thank you for the Cuisinart. Your gift will come in handy and be so fun to use. Thanks again.
cutlery
• Thank you for the cutlery set. It is absolutely beautiful and useful–just like you. Thanks again.
D
DJ (paying for DJ at wedding)
• Thank you for paying for the choose one: DJ/Music/Entertainment. Your gift was enjoyed by every person who attended. The memories of you joyous contribution will play in our hearts for forever. Thanks again.
dining room table/dining room furniture set
• Thank you for the beautiful choose one: dining room table/dining room set. Your generosity will be remembered at every meal. We cannot wait to have you over for dinner. Thanks again.
dishes
• Thank you for the beautiful set of dishes. It will be used for special occasions and give us cause to remember the very special friend who gifted it to us. Thanks again.
donation
• Thank you for your generous donation in our name to the Insert Name of Charity. Having a kind and caring friend like you is gift in and of itself, but to be honored in this way means more than you can know. Thanks again.
dress shirt
• Thank you for the dress shirt. You have incredible taste. It will be worn with pride and affection. Thanks again.
duvet cover
• Thank you for the duvet cover. It brightens the entire bedroom. You have great taste. Thanks again.
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figurine (also see art or collectible)
• Thank you for the wonderful (insert type or collection name)figurine. It will be cherished always as will your well wishes and friendship. Thanks again.
flatware (also see cutlery and silverware)
• Thank you for the flatware. It is a beautiful addition to our table. You are a truly generous friend. Thanks again.
fondue set
• Thank you for the fondue set. It is so fun and great for entertaining. We will have to have you over to try it out. Thanks again.
food processor
• Thank you for the food processor. You can have no idea how much your gift will be used. It’s perfect. Thanks again.
frequent flyer miles
• Thank you for the frequent flyer miles. They truly came in handy for the honeymoon. (or insert other use). Your gift made a special day that much more special. Thanks again.
furniture, general (also see individual furniture such as couch)
• Thank you for the furniture set. The (insert room living room, family room, bedroom) looks so beautiful now. You are a truly generous and wonderful friend. You must come over to see your fantastic gift in action. Thanks again.
G
gift basket
• Thank you for the delightful gift basket. The gourmet treats were delicious. Thanks again.
gift certificate/gift card
• Thank you for the gift certificate to (insert name of store). I used it to buy (insert what you bought). Your practical and generous gift is greatly appreciated. Thanks again.
Alternative if you haven’t spent the gift certificate/gift card:
• Thank you for your generous gift card to (insert name of store). I’m saving it to use for a special occasion. You’re gift will be the most fun to use. Thanks again.
glass bowl (see bowls)
• Thank you for the glass bowl. We will think of you every time we use it. It was very thoughtful of you to send such a lovely gift. Thanks again.
glasses/glass set (also see wine glasses)
• Thank you for the glasses/glass set. They are perfect. They will come in handy daily and give us cause to remember your generosity daily, too. Thanks again.
grill/George Foreman Grill (for outdoor grill also see barbecue grill)
• Thank you for the grill. It’s such a fun and festive gift just like the friend who gave it. Thanks again.
groomsman
• Thank you for being a groomsman at the wedding. You made the wedding that much more of a celebration by being part of the wedding party. Your thoughtfulness and hospitality with the guests will be remembered always. Thanks again.
(More casual groomsmen/best man thank you note)
• Thank you for being a groomsmen(best man) at the wedding. You put the party in wedding party. It was way more fun because of you. Thanks again.
H
Help (for planning wedding, reception, honeymoon, etc)
• Thank you for the help with (planning wedding, the reception, honeymoon, etc). You are a lifesaver, and made a special day that much more special.Thanks again.
• Thank you for all your help with planning my wedding and reception. It was truly wonderful to have you involved in planning my special day from day one, and this will always remain with me as a very special memory. Thanks again.
Holiday vouchers (also see gift certificates and vacation)
• Thank you for the holiday vouchers (also see gift certificates and vacation). Your generous gift made it possible for us to (insert go on a beautiful honeymoon, have my mother come to the wedding, etc.) Your kindness and generosity will be counted as one of our most cherished blessings every time we remember the day. Thanks again.
• [Husband’s name] and I would like to thank you so much for the very thoughtful gift certificates. We will certainly put them to good use in the near future for [insert purpose]. Thanks again.
Honeymoon
• [Husband’s name] and I are so very grateful for the honeymoon package. We would like to extend our warmest gratitude to you for the incredible experience and will always hold those memories and your thoughtfulness close to our heart. Thanks again.
Hutch
• Thank you so much for the handsome hutch. It’s a beautiful piece of furniture and it will always be a treasured piece in our home. Thanks again.
I
icecream maker
• Thank you for the incredible ice cream maker. It was especially perfect for [husband’s name] and his love of ice cream. We shall cherish it always. Thanks again.
iPod
[Husband’s name] and I would like to thank you for the iPod. We were just saying how much we could use one for our favorite music and now we have one! Thanks again.
J
Jar opener (see also can opener)
• Thank you for the jar opener. It was very much needed and it will surely come in handy around the kitchen! Thanks again.
K
kitchen towels
• Thank you so much for the kitchen towels. They are just what we required, and they will go perfect in our kitchen. Thanks again.
L
lamp
• Thanks so much for the beautiful lamp. It’s incredible, and we’ve already picked out the perfect spot for it in our home. Thanks again.
linens (also see sheets)
• Thank you so much for the gorgeous linens. They will add a luxurious touch to our beds, and they are so much appreciated. Thanks again.
Lingerie
• Thank you so much for the lingerie. It was a beautiful and thoughtful gift, which I know [husband’s name] will continue to appreciate on an ongoing basis. Thanks again.