Browse this list for tips and ideas about what to write on a flower card to get your sincerest feelings across.
What is a flower card?
A flower card is a small rectangular card that comes along with the flower arrangement you buy. Most florists write it for you by hand or print it out and give it for free.
Most of the time the messages are quite short with the recipient’s name and sender’s name.
But, at other times, especially if the person hasn’t seen the recipient for some time and wants to express their full outpouring of emotions, a long card message may be written.
How do I write a nice flower card message?
A flower card is easy to write for everyone, though others may find it hard to express themselves because perhaps they really want to impress someone or make it perfect.
Since it is small, your message should ideally be short—about 200 characters or less. The card message should be, as they say, “short and sweet.”
It’s up to you how to write it. It can be formal or informal; serious or light in tone; have well-timed punchlines or humor, a creative font and word placement, and so forth.
In a nutshell, writing a flower card message is directly dependent on you saying what you mean from the heart. The more natural and sincere it is, the better.
We can give you some good examples or formats below, and you can personalize them for more authenticity.
What are nice flower card messages I can write for special occasions?
Below are some nice flower card message templates for different gestures or special occasions.
Romance
- All of my heart, I send to you. All of my heart, I spend with you. I love you!
- The beauty of these roses cannot match the beauty and depth of the love I feel for you. You are always in my heart!
- I don’t need a holiday to say I love you.
Congratulations
- Bravo! Strike up the band!
- Congratulations on your promotion.
- I’m so happy for you! Congratulations!
Apology
- I didn’t mean to hurt you, but I did. I’m really sorry. I’ll try to be better.
- These flowers come with my sincerest apologies. I hope you can forgive me.
- I’m truly sorry for what I did. I know that I’ve hurt you. I hope you can accept these flowers as a peace offering.
Birthday
- Hope your birthday is just the beginning of a year full of happiness!
- Happy Birthday! You’re not getting older…just more distinguished!
- With age comes wisdom. (You’re one of the wisest people I know!)
Anniversary
- Thank you for the memories of yesterday, for the happiness today, and for the promise of tomorrow! Happy anniversary!
- We’ve both grown together through these years. I am looking forward to maturing even more with you.
- Our love is a journey, with a beginning but no end. We will walk the path together forever.
Baby Showers
- Congratulations! May your baby be blessed!
- Children are the parent’s riches. Congratulations on making a bundle!
- We welcome another miracle to this world!
Father’s Day
- No matter the distance between our homes, the distance between our hearts will never change. Happy Father’s Day!
- May the joy and love you give away return to you this Father’s Day!
- To the world’s greatest dad and ally, Happy Father’s Day!
Funeral/Sympathy
- Remembering your family with love, tears, laughter, and fun times. Know we are thinking of you and wishing to be there with you.
- May memories of happier times sustain you during your time of sadness.
- In sorrow, we mourn those lost. In gratitude, we embrace those around us. In sympathy, we reach out to those who grieve.
Get Well Soon
- I’m sorry you are not feeling well. I’m praying for you to have a complete and quick recovery.
- Sending loads of love your way for a speedy recovery!
- Hope your surgery goes well, and that your recovery is quick!
Mother’s Day
- To thank you for the little things you always say and do and to wish you all the happiness that life can bring to you! Happy Mother’s Day!
- You have a very special place, that no one else can fill…because you mean so much to me, and you know you always will! Happy Mother’s Day!
- Mom’s the universal word for love. Happy Mother’s Day!
Just Because
- Every time you look at these flowers, know that someone far away is thinking of you.
- Sending you a floral hug!
- The miles cannot separate our hearts!
Retirement
- Congratulations on your retirement! We wish you all the rest and relaxation you need and deserve!
- Whatever you do, here’s hoping the future is happy for you!
- Here’s to health and happiness in your retirement!
Thanksgiving
- May this be an extra special Thanksgiving for you and your family.
- I’m so grateful to you all! Happy Thanksgiving!
- Wishing you joys, both great and small! Happy Thanksgiving!
Valentine’s Day
- A lifelong search has reached an end. I’ve found both my love and my best friend.
- You are my angel sent from heaven above. Happy Valentine’s Day!
- The beauty of these roses cannot match the beauty and depth of the love I feel for you. You are always in my heart!
Wedding
- From sunrise to sunset! Forever! Congratulations on your marriage!
- May today’s happiness last a lifetime. Congratulations on your wedding day!
- This special union may the Lord bless, and give you both love and happiness!
How do I make a DIY flower card?
Here’s a pretty idea: use actual flowers for your flower card too! We’ll teach you how to print designs using natural flowers.
- Get a bunch of flowers
All you have to do is get some flowers from your garden or a florist. We recommend choosing those with bold and bright colors because they will be more evident on the paper.
Determine which flowers and their parts you’re going to use for the organic color print. Remove stems, buds, or leaves that you don’t want.
If they are wet, wipe them a bit with a clean cloth. Moist flowers are good enough for this DIY project.
- Wrap and fold the watercolor paper over the stems
Get your watercolor or parchment paper, and cover a length of it over the flowers you want to work on.
- Hammer them down a watercolor paper
Once done, get a hammer and lightly pound the flower into the paper so its outline and color will transfer onto it.
Afterward, gently peel away the flowers, and swipe the bits and pieces off the card with your hand.
The image of the flower with its colors should be imprinted on the watercolor paper. So your artwork is done!
- Trace the flower drawing details (optional)
You may also want to trace the flower art on the watercolor or parchment paper for a more defined outline.
- Glue the paper with the flower art on the card’s front
Next, glue the paper with the pressed flower art in front of the greeting card. This makes it look neat and nice.
- Write your message
And, finally, write your special message on the card, and you are done. Cross your fingers and hope that it impresses your lucky one!
FAQs about Flower Cards
- Can I just buy a flower card online?
To save time and effort, you can definitely buy a flower card in-store or online. If you buy one from either, the design and layout will have been planned out, so there’s no need to think hard about them.
And then, just fill it with a message coming from the heart—but of course, it doesn’t always have to be stone-serious. You can also add drawings, colors, and even stickers you have if you like.
- Can I just give someone flowers without any card message?
You can give someone flowers without any message too, but then, you’re missing out. That’s because a personalized card message is one of the joys for someone receiving the flowers.
Without any words, the recipient may wonder, “Why did he or she give me a bouquet or vaseful of flowers?” That is unless you already told them your reason through chat or call.
We’re not saying giving someone flowers without any message at all is wrong. A sincere card message is usually expected with the gift, though.
- How big should a flower card be?
There’s no rule that states that a flower card should be a certain size. It can be of any size depending on your preference.
To be specific, the small flower card that the florists usually include with your arrangement measures roughly 2 3/8 to 3 5/8 inches.
You can also go for a bigger (usually 8 x 6 inches), more creative card design, be it an L-shaped, gatefold, frame, window, or other kinds of card.
By the way, miniature or pressed flowers can also be included to sweeten up the floral card for your loved one or friend.
- How long does it take to create a floral card?
Depending on the style and length of the message you want to write, you’ll be done between 2 and 20 minutes. That is if you know what you’re going for and don’t have to surf online for ideas or inspiration.
