A thank you note for a gift does not need to be long. Name the gift, say one thing you like about it, and thank the person for thinking of you. Two or three sentences is enough.
Below are 104 thank you messages for gifts, sorted by who the gift came from and what it was. Copy one into your card, change the details to fit, and sign your name. For thank you notes that are not about a gift, see our full guide to what to write in a thank you card.
Article contents
- How to Write a Thank You Note for a Gift
- Short Thank You for the Gift Messages
- Thank You for the Gift: Family
- Thank You for the Gift: Friends
- Thank You for the Gift: Coworkers and Your Boss
- Thank You for the Christmas Gift
- Thank You for the Birthday Gift
- Thank You for Money, a Check or a Gift Card
- Thank You for a Handmade Gift
- For a Gift You Did Not Love
- Late Thank You Notes for a Gift
- Thank You Notes Kids Can Write
- Religious Thank You Messages for a Gift
- How to Sign a Thank You Note
- Frequently Asked Questions
How to Write a Thank You Note for a Gift
- Greet them by name. "Dear Aunt Sue," or "Hi Mark," is enough.
- Name the gift. "Thank you for the scarf" reads warmer than "Thank you for the gift."
- Say how you are using it or why you like it. One specific detail is plenty.
- Add a line about them. Mention a visit, a plan, or simply that you are glad they thought of you.
- Sign off. "With thanks," "Love," or "Gratefully" all work.
Example: "Dear Aunt Sue, thank you for the red scarf. I wore it to work on Monday and got three compliments. I hope we get to see you at Easter. Love, Katie"
Short Thank You for the Gift Messages
These fit a small note card or the inside of a gift tag.
- Thank you for the lovely gift.
- Thank you for thinking of me.
- Thank you for such a thoughtful present.
- I love it. Thank you so much.
- Thank you for the gift and the kind note.
- You shouldn't have, but I am so glad you did.
- Thank you for your generosity.
- What a kind surprise. Thank you.
- Thank you. It was just right.
- Thank you for remembering me.
- So thoughtful of you. Thank you.
- Thank you for the gift. You made my day.
Thank You for the Gift: Family
- Mom, thank you for the sweater. It fits perfectly, and I have worn it twice already.
- Dad, thank you for the new tools. The shelf in the garage is finally up.
- Grandma, thank you for the quilt. I will keep it on my bed for years.
- Grandpa, thank you for the fishing reel. I can't wait to try it out this spring.
- Thank you for the books, Aunt Sue. You always know what I will like.
- Uncle Mike, thank you for the gift. It was a great surprise.
- To my sister: thank you for the earrings. I wore them to dinner the same night.
- To my brother: thank you for the game. We have already played it three times.
- Thank you for the photo album. Looking through it made me smile.
- Thank you for the gift and for driving all this way to bring it.
- To my in-laws: thank you for the beautiful serving dish. We will use it every holiday.
- Thank you for spoiling the kids. They have not stopped talking about their presents.
Thank You for the Gift: Friends
- Thank you for the candle and the card. It was the perfect pick-me-up.
- You always find the best gifts. Thank you for thinking of me.
- Thank you for the cozy socks. My cold feet thank you too.
- I love the necklace. Thank you for such a pretty gift.
- Thank you for the bottle of wine. Let's open it together soon.
- Thank you for the plant. I promise to keep this one alive.
- Thank you for the framed photo. It is on my desk now.
- Thank you for the gift and for such a fun evening.
- Thank you for the book recommendation and the copy to go with it.
- Thank you for always making me feel remembered.
Thank You for the Gift: Coworkers and Your Boss
Keep a work thank you short and friendly. A handwritten note is still rare in most offices, so it will be noticed.
- Thank you for the thoughtful gift. It was a nice surprise at the office.
- Thank you for the coffee mug. It has earned a spot on my desk.
- To my manager: thank you for the holiday gift and for a great year.
- To the team: thank you for the gift card. I am lucky to work with all of you.
- Thank you for the retirement gift. I will think of you all every time I use it.
- Thank you for the welcome gift. It made my first week feel like home.
- Thank you for the treats. They did not last long in the break room.
- Thank you for your kind gift and for your support this year.
Thank You for the Christmas Gift
Try to send Christmas thank you notes in the first week or two of January. For holiday card ideas, see what to write in a Christmas card and our New Year wishes.
- Thank you for the Christmas gift. It was one of my favorites this year.
- Thank you for the ornament. It has a special place on our tree.
- Thank you for the cookies. We finished the whole tin by Christmas night.
- Thank you for the Christmas sweater. I wore it to every party this season.
- Thank you for the gifts for the kids. They opened yours first.
- Thank you for the Christmas flowers. They brightened our whole house.
- Thank you for the beautiful scarf. It will get a lot of use this winter.
- Thank you for the Christmas gift and the card. Both meant a lot.
- Thank you for the gift basket. We have been snacking on it all week.
- Thank you for the Christmas gift. We hope your holidays were just as warm.
- Thank you for the puzzle. It kept the whole family busy on Christmas afternoon.
- Thank you for the Christmas gift. Wishing you a happy new year.
Thank You for the Birthday Gift
- Thank you for the birthday gift. You made the day feel special.
- Thank you for the flowers on my birthday. They are still on the table.
- Thank you for the birthday present and the funny card.
- Thank you for the gift. I can't believe you remembered how much I wanted one.
- Thank you for the birthday dinner and the gift. I felt very spoiled.
- Thank you for the gift. Another year older, and still lucky to have you.
- Thank you for the birthday surprise. I had no idea.
- Thank you for helping me celebrate. The gift was perfect.
Thank You for Money, a Check or a Gift Card
You do not need to mention the amount. Saying what you plan to use it for is the best way to show the gift was useful.
- Thank you for the check. It is going toward books for next semester.
- Thank you for the gift card. I treated myself to a nice dinner out.
- Thank you for your generous gift. We are putting it toward our first home.
- Thank you for the birthday money. I finally bought the new headphones I wanted.
- Thank you for the graduation gift. It will help as I start my new job.
- Thank you for the gift card to my favorite bookstore. I spent an hour picking.
- Thank you for the Christmas money. It is going into my savings for a trip.
- Thank you for your gift. It will help us get ready for the baby.
- Thank you for the coffee gift card. My mornings are brighter already.
- Thank you for your generosity. Your gift will make a real difference for us.
Thank You for a Handmade Gift
A handmade gift took time. Mention the time and care it took.
- Thank you for the scarf you knit for me. I can tell how much work went into it.
- Thank you for the homemade jam. It is gone already.
- Thank you for the painting. It is hanging in our living room.
- Thank you for the baked goods. You are a wonderful baker.
- Thank you for the handmade card. I am keeping it.
- Thank you for taking the time to make something just for me.
For a Gift You Did Not Love
You can thank someone warmly without saying you love the gift. Thank them for thinking of you, and keep the focus on the person.
- Thank you for thinking of me this year.
- Thank you for the thoughtful gift and for the kind note.
- It was so nice of you to send something. Thank you.
- Thank you for remembering me. It meant a lot to hear from you.
- Thank you for your kindness and for thinking of our family.
- Thank you for the gift. I am so glad we got to spend time together.
Late Thank You Notes for a Gift
A late note is always better than no note. Apologize once, briefly, and then say thank you.
- I am sorry this note is late, but I did not want to miss saying thank you for the lovely gift.
- This thank you is overdue. I have used your gift every day since.
- Better late than never: thank you so much for the gift.
- I should have written sooner. Thank you for your generous gift.
- It has taken me too long to write this, but I am grateful for your gift.
- Thank you for the gift. I have been meaning to write since the day I opened it.
Thank You Notes Kids Can Write
Young children can dictate a line while a parent writes, then add a drawing or sign their own name. Older kids can write a short note on their own.
- Thank you for the toy truck. I play with it every day.
- Thank you for the book. My mom reads it to me at bedtime.
- Thank you for the art set. I made you this picture.
- Thank you for the birthday present. It was my favorite.
- Thank you for the Lego set. I built it all by myself.
- Thank you for the stuffed bear. His name is Buddy.
- Thank you for the gift card. I bought a new game.
- Thank you for coming to my party and for the present.
Religious Thank You Messages for a Gift
For a friend or family member who shares your faith, a short blessing or verse fits well. The verses are from the New International Version (NIV). Our Christian Cross Thank You Cards suit these messages.
- Thank you for the gift. We thank God for friends like you.
- Thank you for the Bible. I read from it every morning.
- Thank you for your generous gift. You are an answer to our prayers.
- Thank you for the cross necklace. I will wear it with gratitude.
- Thank you for thinking of us. God bless you and your family.
- Thank you for the gift. We are praying for you this season.
Bible verses for a thank you note
- "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." (James 1:17)
- "Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!" (2 Corinthians 9:15)
- "I thank my God every time I remember you." (Philippians 1:3)
How to Sign a Thank You Note
"With thanks," "Gratefully," "With love," "Many thanks," and "Warmly" all work. For a family note, sign everyone's name, or write "From all of us" and list the names. For more options, see how to sign a card.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon should I send a thank you note for a gift?
Within two weeks is a good goal. For Christmas gifts, the first week or two of January works. For wedding gifts, see our wedding thank you card wording guide.
Do I need to send a thank you note if I thanked them in person?
It is not required, but a short note is always appreciated, especially by grandparents and anyone who mailed a gift.
Should I mention the amount of a money gift?
No. Thank them for their generosity and say how you plan to use it.
Can I send one note for several gifts from the same person?
Yes. Mention each gift by name in the same note.
Is a text enough?
A text is fine as a quick thank you right away. A card is better for gifts from grandparents, older relatives, and anyone who went to extra trouble.
Cards for Your Thank You Notes
Our thank you sets come in boxes of 12 blank cards with envelopes, printed on 100% recycled paper. The Watercolor Flowers Thank You Cards and Sunflowers Thank You Cards work for almost anyone, the Playful Cats Watercolor Cards are a favorite for friends, and the Space Odyssey Kids Cards are made for kids' thank you notes. See all thank you cards.
