NYC-December 21,2011
After you’ve un-wrapped all your wonderful gifts this holiday season, give back by writing a personalized thank you note! A handwritten note will stand out as a perfect token of appreciation amidst all the informal texts and e-mails your friends and loved ones will be receiving. Here are a few tips on sending the perfect thank you note that your friends and family will cherish forever.
* Practice your writing a few times before putting the pen to the branded “Thank You” stationery. A lot of people write by hand so infrequently, that it takes time to adjust to a pen.
* Use an ink that stands out against the color of your stationery. It will make your words capture all the attention. For example, if the printed message is in black ink, use blue.
* Include a bit of conversation by asking about a loved one, recalling a memory or saying something nice about the gift you received.
* Sign off with your first name, not your full name or business signature, for a warm and friendly finish.
* Add some personality to your note with the new Parker Ingenuity Collection ($160-$190). Ingenuity Pens write as fluid as a fountain pen, smooth as a rollerball, and adjust to your own writing style for a beautifully scripted note that has your personal touch.
Parker products are available at fine pen shops and specialty retailers nationwide or can be purchased at http://www.paradisepen.com
Errol Murray
Photo: Parker Pens
