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Showing Gratitude 1.7.2010
We were really intrigued to read about Doctors Day that took place in India yesterday. Patients and community sent thank you cards, gifts and even home cooked meals to their medical practitioners, GP's provided free clinics to the community and also enjoyed party celebrations!

It really got us thinking about what we are grateful for and how we take so much for granted. Who do you really appreciate but don't take moment to thank? Take 5 minutes to write down who you are grateful for and put it somewhere to remind you and take a moment now and then to add to it.

Send a thank you card to the people you are grateful for. Give them a lovely suprise to receive that unexpected acknowledgement. This will make them feel very special but will also make you feel great too!

It's arrived! 31.5.2010
How exciting! We have our new look website, we love it! Thank you to Delphie at See Creative for her vision and to Steve at Innovision IT for his hard work in implementing it. It's all happening at Thinkcards......we will shortly have a brand new blog and some fab new features on our Facebook page.
Please let us know what you think of our new image. Send us an e-mail or drop us a post on our Facebook page.
Greetings from Andrea

A New Look 27.5.2010
Here at Thinkcards, we're finlly approaching the launch of our newly designed website, Facebook page and blog. It's been a bigger task than we had anticpated bringing different people into the project to get everything right. We're confident that you will love the results as much as we do and everything will look, lets just say cool!

Our new blog will come on board a little after the new design. We've lined up a great library of themes, tips and subjects for you to enjoy and use in your personal and business life.

So until then, we wish you well and look forward to seeing you when our makeover is revealed.

Greeting Cards or E-Cards? 17.3.2010

What are the fundamental differences between greeting cards and e-cards?

Greeting Cards
Greeting cards do cost money and take time to buy and post. This investment in money and time pays off as the recipient appreciates the effort made and the sincerity. The card arrives in a brightly coloured or textured envelope with a real stamp on it and stands apart from the junk and bills in the mail box. The receiver looks forward to opening the card with anticipation. The greeting card displays real handwriting. A greeting card has a shelf life and the recipient is reminded of it as they walk past it on a daily basis. A greeting card may even be kept for years to come for sentimental reasons. A greeting card can be touched.

E-Cards
E-cards are often free to send and just take a moment to send over the internet. An e-card is received in the receiver's inbox and just takes a moment to access. The e-card may have a sound effect, animation and a printed message. Once the e-card has been seen, it may be viewed once more or the recipient may delete it from their inbox. Some people who receive e-cards may be reluctant to open e-cards as they may not trust the link they are being directed to. E-cards are generally considered a novelty means of sending a greeting.

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Mother's Day UK 2010 2.3.2010

A reminder for all of you who have Mums and Mum In Laws in the UK; it's Mothering Sunday on Sunday 14th March. Check out our Mother's day cards in our Mother's Day category and choose from our gorgeous range that caters for all types of Mums.

Card Sending Essentials For Your Business 31.1.2010


Sending greeting cards to your clients, prospective clients, referrers and associates is an effective way of setting yourself apart as someone who cares.

There are some simple, yet important rules for you to follow to ensure the cards you send create the best impression and are bursting with impact!

1. Timing. If you are sending a greeting card as a follow up e.g you've just met a prospective client or referrer and wish to thank them for their time; write and post the card immediately after the meeting. For them to sit up, take notice and to help clinch the deal, it is most effective for them to receive the card within 24 hours of your meeting, 48 hours at the most.

Speed is the key. Don't wait for a week after the baby is born, send a card straight away. Make sure the birthday card arrives ON the birthday and so forth. Always keep a stash of cards handy so you can respond quickly to events, situations and business opportunities.

2. Handwrite your cards. This is the point of difference between delivering on maximum impact and falling short in the sincerity stakes! The recipient knows when a greeting card has arrived via a printer and the impact of the message is diluted. Handwriting a personal message hits the spot.

3. Corporate print runs end up in the bin. 90% of corporate greeting cards don't make it to the desk or side board for display. Why? There is nothing personal or genuine about them. You may be thinking "but I have 2000 clients, how am I supposed to handwrite that many cards?". Send cards to your top 200 clients or use the Thinkcards handwritten service, either way, your buck will be better invested than sending it straight to the rubbish tip!

4. Get into the card sending habit today. Think about how you can change someone's day and how differently you will be regarded. Who's moved house, done you a good deed, showed interest in your service or just fallen pregnant? The list is endless. Send 10 cards today and see how it changes your business and life.

Love Is In The Air 29.01.2010

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and we have some great Valentines cards for you. Whether you are looking for something romantic, fun, sexy, cheeky or elegant we've got them on hand so you can order at the tounch of a button.

You could even take advantage of our handwritten service and get us to handwrite your Valentine's card on your behalf. You type in your message and we will write the card, pop a stamp on the envelope and send it direct to your Valentine's address! We won't include any marketing material, they won't even know it's come from Thinkcards, now how does that spice things up?

If you haven't sent a Valentine's Day card for years, don't let that stop you. Take this opportunity to tell your loved one how much they mean to you, write something personal, keep connected. Our cards are cool, elegant, unsentimental and mostly left blank inside so that you can include your own words.

Happy Romancing!

Anniversary Meanings 19.1.2010

If you love a bit of tradition or indeed a bit of romance, you'll find our new anniversary guide a useful resource.

We've devised a contemporary gift guide for the traditional wedding anniversary meanings. So, take a sneak peak to discover the traditional material related to your next wedding anniversary and check out our gift suggestions. Just go to Resources and Wedding Anniversary Guide.

If you can't stretch to some of the more elaborate ideas, you can't beat a gorgeous, handwritten card with a personal message, check out our anniversary cards.

Messages for your Christmas Cards 2.12.2009


Below we've listed our favourite 8 messages for Christmas cards. If you are sending a card to a non-Christian, just replace the word "Christmas" with "season" or "holiday season". Most people have time out at this time of year and spend their holiday time with family or friends. It's still a great opportunity to send a message and stay connected with people on a personal or business level.

8 Christmas/Holiday Card Messages

1. May the season bring you the music of laughter and the warmth of friendship.
2. Wishing you and your loved ones all the wonder and magic of Christmas.
3. May peace be your gift this season and your blessing all year through.
4. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!
5. "At Christmas, play and make good cheer, as Christmas comes but once a year", by Thomas Tusser.
6. Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year.
7. One of the real joys of the holiday season is the opportunity to say "Thank You" and to wish you the very best for the new year.
8. Best wishes for a happy and prosperous new year.


Show sincerity when writing your Christmas cards, include a meaningful message or verse. Be personal and make it count.

Buy luxurious, designer Christmas and Holiday cards from Think Cards.

The Joy of Snail Mail 25.11.2009
The Joy of Snail Mail

You receive several e-mails in your inbox daily. Some junk, some social, some work related. You deal with them, respond and delete.

Your mail box at the end of your driveway delivers you a steady stream of bills, insurance renewals, share statements and the like. These might litter your kitchen bench top for a few days before you get around to making the payments and filing the paperwork.

What if amongst your snail mail there was a brightly coloured envelope with handwriting on the front? It is clearly not a bank statement or a letter from your accountant and your birthday was six months ago. Imagine the excitement and anticipation to open that envelope first. Someone has sent you a card, there is even a real stamp on it, you haven't seen a real stamp in months!

Not only do you immerse yourself in the excitement of opening that envelope but once you do open it and enjoy the gorgeous card and personal note, it is then proudly displayed and you are reminded of it as you walk past it several times a day.
An e-mail is a quick and convenient way to communicate but does it pack a punch? An e-mail will deliver the message but it will be read once, maybe twice and then deleted amongst an ocean of other messages. Snail mail will deliver impact and sincerity. The recipient will think "wow, he or she truly values me". They will continue to be reminded of you as they keep seeing that card.

Snail mail is a wonderful way to convey appreciation and fondness to family and friends. It is also an extremely effective marketing tool in business.

8 ideas to start embracing snail mail today:

1. Who has helped you out recently? Show your appreciation and send them a card thanking them for their efforts. Tell them what a difference they make.

2. Tell your loved one what they mean to you. In our hectic lives, it is easy to become complacent. Stay connected, send a love letter!

3. Be grateful for gifts. I was brought up to write individual letters to everyone who brought me gifts for my birthday and Christmas. I believe it is rude not to. That person spent their time and money choosing a gift specifically for you. A thank you note is essential.

4. Have you just met someone who would make a good business alliance, supplier, referrer or mentor? Send them a card telling them how nice it was to meet them and learn about what they do. This will make you stand out.

5. Thank your clients. If you are in business, your clients are your bread and butter. They pay your wages, they put the food on your table. Thank them for their business. Showing gratitude with a card will keep your relationship strong and keep them coming back to you.

6. After a job interview, send a thank you card to the interviewer for the opportunity. This will set you apart. If they don't find you the most suitable applicant for that role, they will see you as a creative and motivated candidate and consider you for other openings.

7. Who is your rock? Who has helped you get to where you are? Be it financially, emotionally, intellectually or spiritually there will be someone in your life that has always believed in you and supported you. Send a card to that person, convey your gratitude, tell them how awesome they are.

8. Sending a simple handwritten note when you have received exceptional service. You will make their day, their boss will be proud and they will be tripping over themselves to serve you with excellence next time too.

Although quick and convenient, e-mail is not always the most effective way to send a message. Get into the card sending habit and set yourself apart as someone who cares. Make people smile and make them feel special. Create a lasting impression.


Visit thinkcards.com.au for an arrary of unique, high end greeting cards.

Come and see us! 12.11.2007
Think Cards are proudly sponsoring and exhibiting at the Women in Enterprise Expo this Sunday in Wanneroo. There will be approximately 30 local business exhibiting and demonstrating their products and services. All of the businesses are owned and operated by amazing, enterprising women. It will be a great opportunity to venture out with the family as there will be plenty of free activities for young children and some yummy refreshments for sale. Think Cards will be bringing along about 60 different card designs so you can see how uniquely special they are in the flesh. The cards we bring will be on sale. If you live locally, please come and see us, it's a FREE event with lots of interesting stuff to see and do. Check out all the other exhibitors and info on the expo website at: http://expo.wahmnetwork.com.au/
Goody bags (worth over $50 in value) will be handed out to the first 200 entrants!

Introducing Pango! 05.12.2009


We've just taken stock of 3 designs from Pango Productions. They are vivid, funky, fun and will give someone a big smile! They feature a magnetic jelly mould character. They are blank greeting cards that are suitable for many occasions or just for the sake of it! Accompanying the card is an equally funky, candy striped envelope. Our first Pango friends on board at Think Cards are Pango Owl, Pango Dog and Pango Devil. Take a look by entering "Pango" in the search box.

5 Top Tips for Christmas Cards 28.10.2009
5 Top Christmas Cards Tips

1. Buy now. What's the hurry you might think? Now's your chance to get
first dibs on the best stock. It's our first Christmas here at Think
Cards and we are on a mission to sell all of our Christmas cards. If you
want impressive, high end cards at great prices, don't hang around
because you might miss out.
2. Start writing and preparing now. This will save you a lot of time and
stress in the long run. With the days passing quickly, before you know
it the international postage cut off dates will be upon us.
3. Search through the year's best photos. If you have relatives and friends
interstate or overseas that you rarely or never see, include a couple of
recent photos. Photos sent by e-mail often get filed away and forgotten
but a real photograph that they can touch will be well received and
kept.
4. Be personal. Write a personal message to show you care. Be sincere,
don't just sign your name.
5. Keep the Christmas card tradition going. Christmas cards are a great
opportunity to keep in touch. You may not have been in touch since the
last Christmas card you sent but it's a great way to keep a connection
or friendship alive.

All stocked up for Christmas. 22.10.2009
We're very excited here at Thinkcards about our first Christmas in business! We've had a great time choosing some stunning Christmas card designs from world famous publishers. They are now finally in the shop, ready for you to have a looksie. We have some great packs of cards from Woodmansterne, Liz & Pip, Roger la Borde, Quire and more. As well as the packs, we have some gorgeous, individual cards for family and the special people in your life. Checkout out the luxurious "rouge" range by Wendy Blackett-Jones. The rouge cards are divinely rich and specially finished with a silver diamente. Enjoy!

Give somone a chuckle 11.10.2009
We've recently taken stock of some humour by Valentine Marketing. Printed on high quality board, simply decorated with a gold foil frame, the sketches are sure to make you giggle. My favourite is the one of two snails staring at a tape dispenser. The caption reads: "I don't care if it's a tape dispenser, I love her". Blank inside and suitable for many occasions, who even needs an occasion? Send one to make someone's day. Check out these cards by Valentines Marketing in our funny cards category.


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