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50 Birthday Quotes, Wishes, And Text Messages for Friends And Family

When someone near and dear to you turns another year older, you’ll want to do everything you can to make their day extra memorable. Whether you’re throwing a birthday party, a cocktail party, or planning a dinner at the honoree’s favorite restaurant, you’ll want to give the guest of honor a Happy Birthday card and birthday gift. This year, say “Happy Birthday!” with a custom card and a few words that no one will forget. Whether you’re looking for a greeting to make someone roll over laughing or a heart-warming tearjerker, these birthday quotes are a great place to start. Find a quote or message that works for you and adapt to suit.

The following birthday quotes will make for the nicest addition to your cards for family and friends. Jump to any relevant section below:

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December Birthday Wishes

Having a birthday in December can be extra special, with all the festive cheer of the holiday season in the air. It’s a time for celebrating not only Christmas but also those who are ringing in another year of life. When crafting the perfect birthday message for someone with a December birthday, why not incorporate the magic of the holidays? Whether you’re sending a handwritten note or personalizing a card, these birthday wishes will make your loved one feel cherished. And if you’re planning to send out Christmas cards around the same time, you can easily combine festive greetings with warm birthday wishes for a memorable and thoughtful touch.

Here are some cheerful and heartfelt birthday messages for someone celebrating their special day during the holiday season:

  • “Wishing you a birthday as magical as the holidays! May your December be filled with love, joy, and all your favorite things.”
  • “Happy Birthday! You get to celebrate not just one but two amazing occasions this season—enjoy every moment of it!”
  • “December babies are extra special because they bring even more light to this time of year. Have the happiest birthday!”
  • “Sending you warm birthday wishes wrapped up in holiday cheer. May your day be merry, bright, and full of cake!”
  • “Happy Birthday to someone who makes the winter months a little brighter! May your day be filled with love and joy.”
  • “December birthdays are one-of-a-kind, just like you! Have a wonderful day and an amazing year ahead.”
  • “Your birthday is the perfect reason to pause from the holiday rush and celebrate you! Wishing you a fantastic day.”
  • “May your birthday sparkle as much as the holiday lights! Wishing you joy, laughter, and a beautiful year ahead.”
  • “Having a birthday during the holidays means double the joy! May your special day be filled with love, laughter, and festive fun.”
  • “Here’s to a birthday full of warmth, joy, and all the things that make this season—and you—so wonderful!”

Inspirational Birthday Wishes

Another year older and another reason to celebrate! Give your birthday card message a forward-looking touch with one of these inspirational birthday wishes. Then, add your wishes to a matte photo card for a modern and personalized touch.

  • “Count your life by smiles, not tears. Count your age by friends, not years. Happy birthday!”
  • “Happy birthday! I hope all your birthday wishes and dreams come true.”
  • “A wish for you on your birthday, whatever you ask may you receive, whatever you seek may you find, whatever you wish may it be fulfilled on your birthday and always. Happy birthday!”
  • “ Another adventure filled year awaits you. Welcome it by celebrating your birthday with pomp and splendor. Wishing you a very happy and fun-filled birthday!”
  • “May the joy that you have spread in the past come back to you on this day. Wishing you a very happy birthday!”
  • “Happy birthday! Your life is just about to pick up speed and blast off into the stratosphere. Wear a seat belt and be sure to enjoy the journey. Happy birthday!”
  • “This birthday, I wish you abundant happiness and love. May all your dreams turn into reality and may lady luck visit your home today. Happy birthday to one of the sweetest people I’ve ever known.”
  • “May you be gifted with life’s biggest joys and never-ending bliss. After all, you yourself are a gift to earth, so you deserve the best. Happy birthday.”
  • “Count not the candles…see the lights they give. Count not the years, but the life you live. Wishing you a wonderful time ahead. Happy birthday.”
  • “Forget the past; look forward to the future, for the best things are yet to come.”
  • “Birthdays are a new start, a fresh beginning and a time to pursue new endeavors with new goals. Move forward with confidence and courage. You are a very special person. May today and all of your days be amazing!”
  • “Your birthday is the first day of another 365-day journey. Be the shining thread in the beautiful tapestry of the world to make this year the best ever. Enjoy the ride.”
  • “Be happy! Today is the day you were brought into this world to be a blessing and inspiration to the people around you! You are a wonderful person! May you be given more birthdays to fulfill all of your dreams!”

Funny Happy Birthday Quotes For Best Friend

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Birthdays are meant to be full of laughter and cheer. When your bestie opens his or her birthday card, you’ll know why they can’t stop smiling. Pick out one of these funny happy birthday quotes or mix and match them with your own words to craft the perfect cheers to a great friend, a great b-day, and great wishes for the coming year. For more birthday fun, set up birthday photo booth props for pictures that will have all the birthday guests laughing.

  • “Happy birthday! May your Facebook wall be filled with messages from people you never talk to.”
  • “You’re older today than yesterday but younger than tomorrow, happy birthday!”
  • “Forget about the past, you can’t change it. Forget about the future, you can’t predict it. And forget about the present, I didn’t get you one. Happy birthday!”
  • “Cheers on your birthday. One step closer to adult underpants.”
  • “Happy birthday to one of the few people whose birthday I can remember without a Facebook reminder.”
  • “Happy Birthday! You know, you don’t look that old. But then, you don’t look that young, either.”
  • “Happy birthday to someone who is smart, gorgeous, funny and reminds me a lot of myself… from one fabulous chick to another!”
  • “Don’t get all weird about getting older! Our age is merely the number of years the world has been enjoying us!”
  • “As you get older three things happen. The first is your memory goes, and I can’t remember the other two. Happy birthday!”
  • “To quote Shakespeare: ‘Party thine ass off!’”
  • “You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime. Happy birthday!”
  • “On your birthday, I thought of giving you the cutest gift in the world. But then I realized that is not possible because you yourself are the cutest gift in the world.”
  • “Happy birthday to someone who is forever young!”
  • “It’s birthday time again, and wow! You’re a whole year older now! So clown around and have some fun to make this birthday your best one. Happy birthday!”
  • “Just wanted to be the first one to wish you happy birthday so I can feel superior to your other well-wishers. So, happy birthday!”
  • “Congratulations on being even more experienced. I’m not sure what you learned this year, but every experience transforms us into the people we are today. Happy birthday!”
  • “When the little kids ask how old you are at your party, you should go ahead and tell them. While they’re distracted trying to count that high, you can steal a bite of their cake! Happy birthday!”

Cute Happy Birthday Quotes For Her

No matter who your personalized birthday card recipient may be, there is something sweet about adding cute happy birthday quotes and warmest wishes to your cards. If you’re writing a birthday card message for your mom or sister, a great friend, a beloved family member, or your loved one, make sure to use one of these birthday sentiments to wish her well. We’ve got birthday wishes for every special girl in your life—from her first birthday to her 80th birthday. Add these birthday wishes to a card, a custom calendar of family photos, or other personalized gift she’ll cherish.

  • “Wishing you a day filled with happiness and a year filled with joy. Happy birthday!”
  • “Sending you smiles for every moment of your special day…Have a wonderful time and a very happy birthday!”
  • “Hope your special day brings you all that your heart desires! Here’s wishing you a day full of pleasant surprises! Happy birthday!”
  • “On your birthday we wish for you that whatever you want most in life it comes to you just the way you imagined it or better. Happy birthday!”
  • “Sending your way a bouquet of happiness…To wish you a very happy birthday!”
  • “Wishing you a beautiful day with good health and happiness forever. Happy birthday!”
  • “It’s a smile from me… To wish you a day that brings the same kind of happiness and joy that you bring to me. Happy birthday!”
  • “On this wonderful day, I wish you the best that life has to offer! Happy birthday!”
  • “I may not be by your side celebrating your special day with you, but I want you to know that I’m thinking of you and wishing you a wonderful birthday.”
  • “I wish for all of your wishes to come true. Happy birthday!”
  • “Many years ago on this day, God decided to send an angel to earth. The angel was meant to touch lives and that happened! Happy birthday my sweet angel!”
  • “Sending you a birthday wish wrapped with all my love. Have a very happy birthday!”
  • “ Happy birthday to you. From good friends and true, from old friends and new, may good luck go with you and happiness too!”
  • “A simple celebration, a gathering of friends; here wishing you great happiness and a joy that never ends.”
  • “It’s always a treat to wish happy birthday to someone so sweet.”
  • “Happy birthday to one of my best friends. Here’s to another year of laughing at our own jokes and keeping each other sane! Love you and happy birthday!”
  • “On this special day, I raise a toast to you and your life. Happy birthday.”
  • “You look younger than ever! Happy birthday!”
  • “Words alone are not enough to express how happy I am you are celebrating another year of your life! My wish for you on your birthday is that you are, and will always be, happy and healthy. Don’t ever change! Happy birthday my dear.”
  • I can’t believe how lucky I am to have found a friend like you. You make every day of my life so special. It’s my goal to make sure your birthday is one of the most special days ever. I can’t wait to celebrate with you!”
  • “A friend like you is more priceless than the most beautiful diamond. You are not only strong and wise, but kind and thoughtful as well. Your birthday is the perfect opportunity to show you how much I care and how grateful I am to have you in my life. Happy birthday!”
  • “I hope that today, at your party, you dance and others sing as you celebrate with joy your best birthday.”

Happy Birthday Wishes For Him

You got a guy, a dude, a fella, a man in your life. He, whoever he is, has a birthday. When you have a birthday message for him, you want to find the right words, and you want it to be meaningful. Is it your buddy’s birthday? Your brother’s? Maybe it’s your son’s birthday. Make each of the men in your life know how special he is to you by including a personal birthday message for him in a fun and unique birthday card.

  • “Hope your birthday is just like you…totally freaking awesome.”
  • “Wishing you a birthday that’s just as wonderful as you are!”
  • “Everybody has birthdays. You just wear yours better than most!”
  • “You were born, and the world became a better place.”
  • “You’re not older – you’re just more distinguished.”
  • “I am blessed to have a buddy like you. Happy birthday, dear friend. May your special day be loaded with happiness and love.”
  • “Today is your day, live it like you are the king of the world and don’t mind what others say, this day is just for you! Happy birthday.”
  • “Best wishes on your birthday! May you have maximum fun today, and minimum hangover tomorrow!”
  • “Just like a fine wine, you seem to get better with age. Happy birthday, handsome guy!”
  • “Hey Birthday Boy! I’m sending you this ironic birthday wish because I know you’re way too cool for ordinary human sentiments.”
  • “Sending some love to the most charming man in my life. You always bring the best out of me. I do not know how you do it, but I love you for that. Happy Birthday.”
  • “Happy Birthday to a great guy! You do so much for others. I hope you can take some time for yourself on your big day. You deserve it as much as anyone, and more than most.”

Short & Sweet Birthday Messages

When it comes to expressing birthday wishes, sometimes less is more. In this collection, we’ve curated a delightful array of short birthday messages that pack a punch of warmth and sincerity. Whether you’re crafting a message for a loved one’s card, sending a text, or posting on social media, these concise yet heartfelt messages are sure to make their day extra special.

  • “Hope all your birthday wishes come true!”
  • “It’s your special day — get out there and celebrate!”
  • “Wishing you the biggest slice of happy today.”
  • “I hope your celebration gives you many happy memories!”
  • “Our age is merely the number of years the world has been enjoying us!”
  • “Enjoy your special day.”
  • “Have the best birthday ever!”
  • “Wherever the year ahead takes you, I hope it’s happy.”
  • “The day is all yours — have fun!”
  • “Happy birthday to my ride or die. Love you bunches!”
  • “Thinking of you on your birthday and wishing you everything happy.”
  • “Best wishes on your birthday – may you have many, many more.”
  • “Cheers to you for another trip around the sun!”
  • “Today is about you. I can’t wait to celebrate you all day long!”
  • “Happy birthday! Here’s to more life, love, and adventures with you to come!”

More Ideas For Happy Birthday Quotes

These birthday quotes are a great place to start, but don’t think you have to stick with only what’s written here. Personalize the sentiment inside your birthday card even more with an inside joke or special moment between you and the birthday boy or girl. Sending heartfelt, creative birthday cards with the right intentions can make all the difference in someone’s big day.

Also, before you go, don’t feel limited to just using these birthday quotes for cards. You can print them on décor pieces and hang them around the party, use them on birthday party invitations, or however you’d like. You can even use them as inspiration for photo booth props. Throwing a party? Make it unforgettable with customized bunting banners, selfie frames, and yard signs. Of course, get your loved one something special with birthday gifts from Shutterfly. Get ready to celebrate!

Additional Birthday Ideas for Specific Ages:

No matter what birthday is coming up in your life or your loved one’s lives, Shutterfly offers everything you need to make it an extra special milestone. Browse the following ideas and inspiration for popular milestone birthdays:

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Finding the perfect birthday gift can be exciting but also a challenge. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful present for your best friend, a personalized gift for him or her, or a fun way to celebrate a milestone like a 21st birthday, we’ve got you covered. This guide will help you discover unique and meaningful personalized birthday gift ideas for everyone in your life, ensuring you can make their special day even more memorable. Dive into our top picks for unique gifts that will leave a lasting impression!

Personalized Birthday Gifts for Her

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Shop for the incredible women in your life with Shutterfly’s collection of birthday gifts for her. Whether you’re shopping for a mom birthday gift or something for your girlfriend, we offer a variety of unique items that you can customize just for her. From personalized jewelry to one-of-a-kind home decor, you’ll find the perfect custom birthday gift for her when you shop with Shutterfly.

1. Cutting Board

Design a personalized cutting board to add a little style to her kitchen space. Customize the design with her monogram, family name, or a favorite quote to make it her own. This is a great birthday gift for moms and grandmas whose love language is cooking.

2. Personalized Bracelet

The perfect gift for women that you love is a piece of jewelry designed just for her. Make a custom bracelet as a birthday gift for your girlfriend or sister to add a personal touch to her jewelry collection. You can incorporate her initial or a favorite photo into the design to make it even more special.

3. Photo Coaster

The best gifts are the ones that she can use often. To celebrate her special day, design her a set of custom coasters that are not only practical, but add personality and style to her home decor.

4. Photo Pillow

When you’re celebrating a loved one’s birthday, consider a custom throw pillow that will add a feeling of love to their living space. A photo pillow is a thoughtful birthday present for any woman who loves to reminisce on her favorite memories and display them around the house.

Personalized Birthday Gifts for Him

When it comes to finding the perfect birthday gift for men, you’ll want to choose something is that both thoughtful and practical. Whether he’s a guy on the go or a man that enjoys a cold beer after work, we have unique items that he can use everyday that doubles as meaningful keepsakes. With Shutterfly, you customize one-of-a-kind birthday gifts for him — your boyfriend, dad, brother, grandpa, or any of the other incredible men in your life.

5. Travel Mug

Great for his commute, a custom travel tumbler featuring his monogram or a favorite photo is a great birthday gift idea for him. This is the perfect options for a new dad who needs his caffeine nearby or your boyfriend who is always on the go.

6. Photo Puzzle

One of the most unique personalized birthday gift ideas, a jigsaw puzzle made with his photos will stand out from the rest. He’ll watch his favorite memories come together piece by piece putting this together at a family game night or at-home date night.

7. Personalized Blanket

Help keep the special man in your life warm and cozy with a custom blanket available in a range of comfy materials. Designing a photo blanket adorned with some of his most cherished memories is the perfect way to say happy birthday.

8. Custom Beer Glasses

A great gift for your dad, grandpa, husband, brother, or boyfriend — a customized beer glass will have a special place in his drinkware collection. Incorporate a picture or etch his name, a funny phrase, or a quote he loves into a pint glass  he’ll treasure for years to come.

Personalized Birthday Gifts for Kids

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When you’re searching for the perfect birthday gift for kids, look no further than Shutterfly’s collection of personalized books, games, and one-of-a-kind school supplies. If you’re shopping for a family member or helping your kid pick out a birthday present for a friend, you’ll find a great selection of unique items you can design just for them.

9. Personalized Books

Perfect for the littlest ones in your life, you can put them right into the story with a board book or personalized story book. Custom board books help them identify everything from family members to their emotions, while story books lets you take their name and photo to turn them into the star of their own adventure.

10. Interactive Games

Enhance their playtime with imaginative games that make learning fun. With memory games, photo puzzles, and card games, they can have fun with the whole family while seeing their favorite photos come to life.

11. Unique School Supplies

Help jazz up their school supplies with personalized items that express their personality. From keychains and water bottles to notebooks, mouse pads, and more — they’ll love these personalized birthday gift ideas that showcase their unique style.

Personalized 21st Birthday Gift Ideas

personalized barware like wine glasses and can coolers

Get the party started by celebrating a 21st birthday in style. We have glassware for every drink of choice — whether they’re a wine lover, enjoy a glass of beer, or are celebrating with a shot. Customize these birthday gift ideas that are perfect for partying it up on their special day.

12. Stemless Wine Glasses

If they enjoy red, white, or rosé, design them personalized wine glasses to celebrate their birthday. Add a photo, their monogram, or a favorite quote so their special glass will stand out among the rest.

13. Beer Glasses

There’s nothing better than drinking a cold beer from your favorite glass. The birthday boy or girl will love sipping their favorite brew from a pint glass designed with custom text or pictures of their favorite memories. This unique birthday gift is super practical and can be used not only for beer, but other beverages as well.

14. Shot Glasses

Whether they prefer vodka, tequila, or whiskey — they’ll have a blast throwing back their drink of choice from a personalized shot glass. With fun phrases and room for photos, they’ll bring out their new favorite shot glass at every celebration.

15. Custom Koozies

Keep their drinks cold with custom can koozies decorated with their favorite snapshots. Great for beers and seltzers, this is the perfect birthday gift to bring to a park day or tailgate.

Personalized Birthday Gifts for Best Friends

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Treat the special people in your life with personalized items that show how much you care. Our selection of birthday gifts for best friends is a great way to thank them for being who they are.

16. Tote Bag

A custom tote bag is the perfect birthday gift idea for your bestie who is always on the go. Design a tote with a quote she lives by or a picture she loves that she can use daily to carry all her essentials.

17. Custom Jewelry

We offer a range of personalized jewelry pieces you can design for your closest friends — like lockets, name necklaces, charm bracelets, and more. You can even design yourself one that matches theirs to make this gift even more special.

18. Keepsake Box

Perfect for storing all of their most cherished mementos, a keepsake box is a gift they’ll proudly put on display in their bedroom.

19. Photo Candle

Whether it’s their 16th birthday or their 40th, a custom candle is a thoughtful way to bring joy and comfort to their home. A scented candle offers a relaxing aroma and with our personalization tools, it’s a great way they can put their most memorable moments on display.

Milestone Birthday Gift Ideas

Photo book with family pictures.

Every birthday is worth celebrating, but those milestone birthdays are an extra special day for your loved ones. Whether they’re celebrating their 40th birthday or their 60th, they deserve something special to commemorate the occasion.

20. Photo Book

Design a tribute custom photo book filled with pictures of their biggest milestone moments. From their graduation day to their wedding day, there are so many special memories to include in a photo album celebrating this wonderous occasion.

21. Wall Art

Highlight some of their favorite photos on a piece of custom wall art. We have a range of styles — canvas prints, metal prints, and more. Create a collage of pictures from throughout their life or dedicate it to just one moment in time they can reminisce on,

22. Picture Frame

Perfect for displaying on their desk at the office or bedside table at home, a photo frame featuring a picture of the two of you is a classic birthday gift idea for friends, family members, or loved ones.

23. Coffee Mug

Brighten up their mornings with a photo coffee mug they’ll get tons of use out of. Customize it to showcase pictures of their loved ones, travel adventures, and milestone moments.

Related Resources on Birthdays

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Turning 30 is a major milestone, and it deserves a celebration that’s as special and memorable as the person reaching this significant age. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand event, these 30th birthday party ideas will help you create a fun and festive atmosphere that honors this new chapter in life.

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30th Birthday Party Themes

Choosing a theme for your 30th birthday party can set the tone for the entire event and make it more cohesive and enjoyable. Here are a few popular themes to consider:

1. 80s Or 90s Flashback Party

Go back in time and give your party a theme from a different decade. You can go all out for this theme and encourage guests to wear 80s or 90s outfits to make this party successful. In addition to themed attire, flashback parties are all about the music. You should focus on creating an environment that reflects your favorite moments from the select decade, which includes creating a stellar playlist full of memorable songs affiliated with that decade. Give this theme a try at your own home or consider renting out a space at a club or lounge.

2. Casino Party

Recreate Las Vegas on your own terms with a casino birthday party. This is an entertaining theme, characterized by cocktails, casino games, and a casino-inspired color palette. You can apply a red, black, and white color palette to your party by serving treats such as decorative spade or heart cookies and casino chip cookies. Perfect your DIY skills with garlands made of playing cards and dice centerpieces. Alternatively, you can change your color palette to gold and opt for a more glamorous casino party.

3. Black And White Affair

Host an elegant black and white affair for your 30th birthday party. This is a sophisticated theme that calls for a black and white dress code. Set the mood for guests by sending black and white party invitations. When it comes to party planning, remember that this will likely be an evening party; therefore, place your focus on creative lighting methods, tablescapes, stylish seating, and black and white desserts. You can also set up a photo booth to capture black and white photos that will make for a cherished photo book down the road.

4. Couture 

Have you ever wanted to dress up runway-style but the perfect opportunity never presented itself? If so, this is your chance. Pull out all the stops for your 30th birthday bash and throw an unforgettable couture birthday party. This theme is characterized by a fun dress code that challenges guests to push their style limits. You can combine this theme with a black and white affair, along with ordering a picture-worthy cake that replicates a shoe, dress, or handbag.

5. Pretty In Pink 

Celebrate your 30th birthday party with a Pretty in Pink theme, characterized by plenty of pink décor and sweets. This provides ample opportunity for you to incorporate pink on your birthday cake, decorations, and birthday invitations. Popular ‘Pretty in Pink’ ideas include pink lemonade, a pink candy bar, pink cocktails, and gold accents. Add a salon element to your 30th birthday party by hiring a manicurist to set up a booth for pink manicures.

6. Wine Tasting 

Wine only gets better with time and so do you. Treat yourself and guests to a wine tasting party, characterized by wine-tasting and creative hors d’oeuvres. You can channel a day in Napa by decorating your party area with vines and setting up tables for certain types of wine. Try incorporating custom wine glasses throughout your party to add a sentimental touch.

7. Breakfast At Tiffany’s Party

Baby blue is your best friend when it comes to a “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” birthday party theme. This sophisticated theme is perfect for throwing a lovely brunch for your birthday. Avoid the dinner party planning and serve easy breakfast foods, pastries, and tea. You can encourage guests to dress like Audrey Hepburn and welcome them into a room decked out with pearls, silver and blue décor, and white flowers.

8. Great Gatsby y

If you have a deep love for the 1920s, host a Great Gatsby themed birthday party to celebrate the big 3-0. Encourage guests to wear their best pearls, flapper dresses, and top hats for an unforgettable 1920s inspired soiree. You can set up a fun photo booth full of 1920s inspired props to document this fun costume party.

9. Paris Themed 

The Eiffel tower is only a step away if you choose to throw a Paris-themed birthday party. This theme consists of Eiffel tower graphics incorporated throughout your décor, an Eiffel tower birthday cake, and traditional French foods. You can prepare signage and menus that use French sayings such as “Bon appétit” or “Mangez bien” (eat well!) to make your guests feel like they’re in a quaint Paris café. Alternatively, you can throw a travel themed party and include Paris as one of your favorite stops along the way.

10. Pajama Party

Keep things cozy with a fun pajama party for adults. If you’re not into hosting a formal cocktail party this time around, you can give your 30th birthday party a twist by having guests dress down and wear their favorite pajamas. You can set up a quirky snack bar, provide custom drinkware, and screen classic movies using a projector. You can also make things interesting by giving a prize to the guest with the best pajamas.

11. Moroccan Themed

Get creative with a colorful and fun Moroccan themed birthday party for you and your friends. This is a unique theme that allows you to mix and match beautiful patterns, Moroccan inspired decor, and more. Serve traditional Moroccan food and hire a belly dancer to teach your guests some new moves.

12. Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving

This female focused 30th birthday bash is perfect for those who want a party with Pinterest-like décor, or for those who want to add a rom-com movie spin. To pull off this party theme, include plenty of self care props and gifts, such as spa packages, make-up, and engraved jewelry gifts, and plenty of tasty treats.

13. Dirty Thirty Party

A “dirty thirty” is another common term for a 30th birthday, but usually includes a humorous and fun decoration theme. A dirty thirty wouldn’t be complete without the birthday person’s favorite drinks, plenty of fun signs, and a night spent with friends. For specific ideas, consider creating custom shot glasses for the party tables.

14. Back in X Party

This party takes the honoree and all their guests back in time to the year they were born. Feature plenty of food, decorations, and entertainment from the birthday person’s birth year. For example, for someone born in the 80’s, this may include an 80’s Pop soundtrack, an old-fashioned boom-box, arcade games, and plenty of bright colors.

15. Kiss Your 20s Goodbye Party

This party features all the chocolate kisses and lipstick marks you can fit. In addition to the sweet treats and decorative touches of lipstick, make sure to include all the honoree’s favorites to help them kick off the start of their 30s. There’s no way to be sad about leaving your 20s while celebrating with this theme.

30th Birthday Party Decoration Ideas

Transform your 30th birthday celebration into a visual feast with personalized decorations that reflect your style and make your event stand out. Shutterfly’s range of customizable party décor items ensures that every detail of your party feels uniquely you.

  • Bunting Banners: Bring some flair to your celebration with personalized bunting banners that are anything but ordinary. These banners are a fantastic way to add a touch of whimsy to your space. Customize them with fun phrases like “Cheers to 30 Years” or include a collage of your favorite photos. Whether strung across the entryway or above the dessert table, these banners will capture the spirit of the occasion.
  • Vinyl Banners: Want to make a big statement? Shutterfly’s vinyl banners are the perfect centerpiece for your party décor. Whether you’re hosting indoors or outdoors, a large, vibrant banner with a personalized message or photo montage will leave a lasting impression on your guests. Picture a banner featuring a timeline of your life, from childhood to the big 3-0, serving as the backdrop for all those memorable photos.
  • Celebration Photo Boards: Take your guests on a trip down memory lane with celebration photo boards. Perfect for highlighting the journey to 30, these boards allow you to showcase the moments that have defined your life so far. Arrange photos chronologically, or group them by theme to tell your story in a way that’s both meaningful and visually striking. Your guests will love reminiscing about the good times as they admire your custom photo display.
  • Selfie Frames: No party is complete without a little selfie action! Shutterfly’s customizable selfie frames are a fun way to get everyone in on the photo fun. Personalize a frame with your party theme, colors, and even your name, so guests can snap memorable photos that perfectly capture the night. From silly poses to group shots, these frames are guaranteed to be a hit and make for some fantastic keepsakes.
  • Yard Signs: If you’re planning an outdoor celebration or want to welcome guests with a bang, Shutterfly’s custom yard signs are the way to go. These signs can be personalized with your name, age, or even a fun message like “Party This Way!” or “Welcome to the Fabulous 30s!” Placed along the driveway or in the front yard, they’ll set the tone for the festivities before your guests even walk through the door.

30th Birthday Invitations

Set the stage for your milestone celebration with invitations that speak to your style and the vibe of your party. Shutterfly’s birthday party invitations ensure that your guests know they’re in for a memorable event.

  • Elegant Foil Invitations: If you’re going for a chic and classy 30th birthday bash, nothing says “elegant” like foil-stamped invitations. Available in shimmering gold, silver, or rose gold, these invites add a touch of glamour right from the start. Imagine your guests opening an envelope to find a dazzling card that reflects the sophistication of the event to come—it’s the perfect way to make a stylish first impression.
  • Photo Collage Invitations: Your 30th birthday is a celebration of all the incredible moments that have led you here, so why not showcase them in a photo collage invitation? Choose your favorite snapshots from over the years—whether it’s childhood memories, travel adventures, or milestone moments—and create an invite that’s not just an announcement but a keepsake in itself. Each photo tells a part of your story, and your guests will love getting a sneak peek at the journey that’s brought you to this special day.
  • Themed Invitations: Whatever your party theme, Shutterfly has an invitation to match. Whether you’re throwing a tropical luau, a 90s retro bash, or a Hollywood glam event, you can find a design that captures the essence of your theme. Customize the colors, fonts, and even add a playful message to get your guests excited. These invitations are the perfect way to set the tone and let everyone know that your 30th is going to be an unforgettable celebration.

With Shutterfly, your 30th birthday party is more than just an event—it’s an experience, from the moment the invitations are sent out to the last dance of the night. Let your personality shine through every detail, and celebrate this milestone in style!

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With these ideas, your 30th birthday party will be a celebration to remember. From choosing the perfect theme to selecting decorations and invitations that reflect your style, Shutterfly makes it easy to plan a milestone event that truly celebrates the start of a new decade.

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A quinceañera is a momentous occasion in a young woman’s life, marking her transition from childhood to adulthood. Finding the perfect gift to commemorate this special day can be challenging, but with Shutterfly, you can create personalized gifts that she’ll cherish for years to come. Here are 15 quinceañera gift ideas that are as unique and memorable as she is.

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Do You Bring a Gift to a Quinceañera?

It’s not a requirement that guests bring a gift to a quinceañera. However, good guest etiquette says you still should. Even a small gift shows your support for the young lady and her family. So whatever you gift, even if it’s a handwritten card, is sure to be appreciated.

What is an Appropriate Gift for a Quinceañera?

The most important thing to remember about gift giving for a quinceañera is that the event is for family. Therefore, even if you give a nontraditional gift, it still needs to be appropriate. For example, monetary gifts, gift cards, jewelry, or a personalized photo album would all be appropriate, even if they’re not traditional. If you’d rather stick to tradition, common gifts for a quinceañera include crosses and medals, Bibles, scepters, tiaras, and Rosaries.

How Much Money to Give for a Quinceañera?

There’s no specific required gift amount for a quinceañera. The monetary gift amount will likely depend on your relationship to the hosting family, the size of the party, and your ability to give. Typically, an average gift amount will be no less than $50. That amount will increase if you have a closer relationship with the family, or if you’re helping to pay for part of the party.

Unique Quinceañera Gifts

Looking for a quinceañera gift as special as the birthday girl herself? If so, make sure to check out the gift ideas below. And if you’re looking for even more gift inspiration, make sure to visit our resource on personalized gifts for her.

1. Personalized Photo Book

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A custom photo book is a beautiful way to capture all the memories from her quinceañera. Fill it with photos from her big day, family moments, and snapshots from her childhood. Add custom captions, designs, and embellishments to make it truly one-of-a-kind.

2. Photo Mug

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A personalized 40 oz. tumbler is a stylish and practical quinceañera gift that she can take everywhere. This tumbler is perfect for staying hydrated during busy days, and its unique personalization will make it a cherished daily essential.

3. Picture Frame

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A personalized picture frame is a timeless gift that she can use to display cherished memories. Use a fun family photo or a portrait of the quince girl to create this unique gift. And don’t forget to add a personalized message to let the honoree know how much she’s loved.

4. Customized Phone Case

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If the birthday girl loves messaging friends, using social media, and playing games on her phone, a custom iPhone case might make a great gift idea. Just personalize it with her name or initials for a gift that’ll help make sure she never loses track of her phone.

5. Personalized Quinceañera Invitations

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Before the big day, surprise her with personalized quinceañera invitations. Shutterfly offers a wide range of designs that can be customized with her favorite colors, photos, and wording, setting the tone for her celebration.

6. Custom Canvas Print

Turn one of her favorite quinceañera photos into a stunning piece of wall art with a custom canvas print. Whether it’s a solo shot or a picture with family and friends, a canvas print will make a lasting impression.

7. Personalized Necklace

A personalized necklace is a thoughtful and stylish gift. Choose from options like a name necklace or an engraving of her birthday, giving her a keepsake she can wear every day.

8. Photo Collage Blanket

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A picture blanket is a cozy and sentimental gift. Gather some of her favorite photos and create a blanket that she can use at home or take with her to remind her of her special day.

9. Custom Keepsake Box

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Gift the quince girl a personalized keepsake box to help her keep her new jewelry or other special gifts safe. And as a bonus treat, consider putting a new piece of jewelry or a gift card inside the box for her to find.

10. Photo Candle

Candle in front of plant.

Everyone loves candles, which makes them a great gift for almost any event. But you can take it a step further by customizing a set of candles with photos, a personal message, or the quince girl’s name. She’s guaranteed to love this Pinterest-perfect gift.

11. Personalized Tote Bag

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Give her a personalized tote bag that she can use for everyday outings. Add her name, a special quote, or a fun design that reflects her personality.

12. Custom Wall Calendar

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A custom wall calendar filled with her favorite photos from the quinceañera is a gift that keeps on giving. Every month, she’ll be reminded of her special day and the people who celebrated with her.

13. Photo Locket

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A photo locket is a timeless gift that she can keep close to her heart. Include a photo of her and her family or a special message inside, and she’ll have a treasured keepsake for years to come.

14. Personalized Stationery

Help her express her gratitude with personalized stationery. Custom notecards with her name or initials are perfect for writing thank-you notes after her quinceañera.

15. Custom Puzzle

photo puzzle with picture of a large family

Surprise her with a photo puzzle featuring her favorite snapshots. Use pictures from her childhood, special moments with family and friends, or pre-quinceañera portraits. This fun and unique gift will allow her to piece together cherished memories while celebrating her big day.

Traditional Quinceañera Gifts

Traditional quinceañera gifts hold deep cultural significance and are often chosen to symbolize the young woman’s transition into adulthood. These gifts are not only meaningful but also serve as treasured keepsakes that she will carry with her throughout her life.

Quinceañera Rosary or Bible

One of the most symbolic traditional gifts is the Quinceañera Rosary or Bible. These religious items are often presented during the ceremony, representing the quinceañera’s faith and the importance of spirituality in her life. The rosary and Bible are typically beautifully adorned, making them both a spiritual and aesthetic gift that she will cherish.

Tiara or Crown

Another traditional gift is the Tiara or Crown, which symbolizes the young woman’s emergence as a princess in the eyes of her family and community. The tiara is often worn during the quinceañera celebration, highlighting her special status and the importance of this rite of passage.

Jewelry

Jewelry is also a popular traditional gift, with items like a cross necklace, earrings, or a bracelet being presented to the quinceañera. These pieces often hold sentimental value and are chosen to reflect her personal style while honoring the significance of the day. Traditional jewelry gifts are typically made of precious metals like gold or silver, ensuring they will be treasured for years to come.

These traditional quinceañera gifts are deeply rooted in cultural heritage, making them a meaningful way to celebrate this significant milestone in her life.

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These quinceañera gift ideas from Shutterfly are designed to make her special day even more memorable. With personalized gifts that reflect her personality and style, you can give her something she’ll treasure for a lifetime.

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When you are throwing a party or event, Shutterfly’s invitation maker should be the first place you look to create unique and personalized invitations. Whether you’re planning a wedding, birthday party, or a simple get-together, our one-of-a-kind invitation maker offers a wide range of templates, themes, and customization options to bring your vision to life. From elegant and sophisticated designs to fun and playful styles, Shutterfly’s invitation maker ensures that every event starts with a beautiful and personalized invitation that sets the tone for a memorable celebration.

Invitation Designs for Any Occasion or Event

Welcome to our world of invitation designs for any occasion or event. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, a wedding, a baby shower, or a corporate gathering, we have the perfect invitation design to match your theme and style. Our extensive collection of templates offers a diverse range of options, from elegant and timeless designs to modern and vibrant ones. With our easy-to-use customization tools, you can personalize every detail, from the colors and fonts to the wording and layout, ensuring that your invitations reflect your unique vision. Get ready to impress your guests and set the tone for an unforgettable event with our versatile invitation designs.

Custom Birthday Invitation Designs

Whatever your age, you’ll always enjoy celebrating your birthday in some way. If you are planning a party for yourself (or a surprise party for somebody else), check out our selection of birthday invitation designs, all entirely customizable for kids, adults, and teenagers alike.

Birthday party invitations with different styles and templates and designs

Kids’ Birthday Invitations

Customize kids’ birthday invitations with your child’s favorite colors, photos, and details. Choose designs for boys, girls, or gender-neutral options to create a stunning invitation that kids will love.

Adult Birthday Invitations

From whimsical to elegant, create personalized adult birthday invitations for parties. Add photos, text, and customize colors to match your theme. Bulk orders are available for large gatherings.

Teen Birthday Invitations

Perfect for sweet sixteens, quinceañeras, and more. Customize with your son or daughter’s colors, photos, and text to create a unique teen birthday invitation for their special day.

Wedding Invitations and More

Planning a wedding involves more than just the big day—you’ll need invites for engagement parties, bridal showers, and other pre-wedding events. Shutterfly offers a range of invitations for every occasion, making your planning effortless.

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Wedding Invitations

Choose from artistic, classic, or whimsical wedding invitation designs. Customize with vital information to ensure your guests are well-informed and excited for your big day.

Engagement Party Invitations

Celebrate your upcoming vows with stylish engagement party invitations. Customize sizes, trims, formats, and cardstock types for a perfect invite.

Bridal Shower Invitations

Personalize one-of-a-kind bridal shower invitations with photos and thoughtful text. Available in various sizes and styles to match the bride-to-be’s preferences.

Graduation Party Invitations

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Graduation marks a significant milestone in one’s academic journey, and what better way to celebrate than with a memorable gathering surrounded by loved ones? Graduation party invitations serve as the perfect introduction to this joyous occasion, setting the tone for a celebration filled with laughter, reflection, and heartfelt congratulations.

Baby Shower Party Invitations

Tailor invitations for baby showers or gender reveals. Choose from various baby shower invitation designs and personalize with photos and custom text to create unforgettable invites.

Seasonal Party Invitations

When the season is upon you, you may want to throw a party to celebrate that festive time of year. We have plenty of custom seasonal invitations among our invitation designs, all of which are suitable for various times of the year.

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Holiday Party Invitations

Use our invitation maker to create a holly, jolly holiday party invitations this Christmas and holiday time. We have many festive designs in all the holiday colors you’d expect. Choose one of our curated designs or go and create your invitation with your own creation – the choice is completely yours.

Halloween Party Invitations

Create spooky and fun Halloween party invitations with Shutterfly’s customizable designs. Add photos, personalized text, and themed elements to perfectly match your Halloween celebration.

Thanksgiving Party Invitations

Browse our selection of Thanksgiving party invitations, featuring fall colors and messages of thanks. Available in various sizes, many can be personalized with photos, making them perfect for inviting loved ones to your Thanksgiving celebration.

New Year’s Eve Invitations

Kick off the New Year in style with our customizable New Year’s party invitations. Add photos and personalized text to create the perfect invite for your end-of-year celebration.

Religious Event Invitations

Celebrate important milestones with our beautifully designed religious event invitations. Whether you’re planning a baptism, first communion, or a bar or bat mitzvah, we offer a variety of customizable options to make your event special.

Baptism Invitations

Our baptism invitations feature elegant designs in various sizes and trims, perfect for commemorating this blessed occasion.

First Communion Invitations

Mark this sacred milestone with our first communion invitations. Choose from a variety of designs to create a memorable celebration for family and friends.

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Invitations

Honor this momentous occasion with our bar and bat mitzvah invitations. Customize with your choice of trims and styles to capture the joy and significance of this coming-of-age celebration.

How to Customize Your Invitation

When you shop with Shutterfly for party invitations, you’ll notice plenty of customization options on our invitation maker. Use these personalization possibilities to craft an invitation that is wholly unique and perfectly suited to your get-together.

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1. Choose Your Design

Start by selecting a design that fits your event. Shutterfly offers a wide range of templates categorized by occasion, such as weddings, birthdays, holidays, and more.

2. Upload Your Photos

Add a personal touch by uploading photos for your invites. You can import pictures from your computer, mobile device, Facebook, Instagram, or Google Photos.

3. Personalize the Text

Edit the text to include all the important details of your event. You can customize fonts, colors, and sizes to match your theme.

4. Select Your Trim

Choose from various trim styles, such as rounded corners, scalloped edges, or classic straight edges, to enhance your invitation’s look.

5. Pick Your Cardstock

Select the cardstock that best suits your needs. Options include Signature Smooth Cardstock for a luxurious feel, Pearl Shimmer Cardstock for a subtle shine, and Personalized Foil Cardstock for an elegant touch.

6. Choose Your Quantity

Determine how many invitations you need based on your guest list. We offer discounts on bulk orders, so you can save money when ordering for large events.

7. Review and Order

Once you’ve completed your design, review your invitation to ensure everything is perfect. Then, select the quantity you need and place your order.

Browse Shutterfly’s Invitation Templates

Please head over to our invitations page if you would like to view our entire range of invitation designs and layouts. Here you can access our invitation maker and customization tools to create the perfect invitation for your event.

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Looking for the right words for a thank you card to your friends and loved ones after they’ve given you gifts or wished you well on your birthday? We’ve collected creative, compelling ways to thank everyone for their birthday wishes and ensure that they’re appreciated from the bottom of your heart. Whether it’s through a text, Facebook status, or personalized thank you card, a word of gratitude will go a long way in returning some of that love back.

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Birthday Thank You Card Wording

A handwritten thank you card or note of thanks is one of the most impactful and meaningful ways to show gratitude. If you are planning on expressing your appreciation through a card, there are certain things that you should be sure to include when thanking someone for either a gift or for their good wishes. You can simplify your thank you card writing process by sticking to a few core rules and tips that add clarity. Since you’ll want to craft the perfect note of gratitude, always assess your relationship with the recipient to guide your wording. Follow the steps below if you’re having trouble deciding what to write in a thank you note:

  1. Personalized thank you card for birthdays, graduation, baby showers, and moreSay thank you from the beginning.
  2. If you are given a birthday gift or birthday card, you should mention that.
  3. If you are not given a gift and they just wished you happy birthday, say thank you for the wishes.
  4. Tell them how it impacts you. For example “this wish made my day” or “it made me feel so loved”.
  5. If you are writing the thank you card, sign your name.

How Long Should Your Thank You Message Be?

Most of the time when receiving birthday wishes, a note in a thank you card can be short and to the point. However, if you have more to say, there is nothing wrong with a long thank you letter. Keep the thank you note simple if the message is going to be a status on Facebook or a text to someone. If you are thanking someone for a thoughtful gift, the message may be a little longer. All in all, each thank you note should be different and meaningful to the recipient. If you are an organized person, you might want to keep a set of personalized stationery on hand so you won’t have to run out to the store and purchase one every time you need to thank someone.

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When Should You Send Thank You Cards & Notes?

There is no exact time that you should send thank you cards. However, it is common etiquette to send them as soon as possible. Try not to wait too long from when you received the wish. While receiving a thank you late is better than not ever receiving one, you should still aim to send them in a reasonable amount of time. With technology, it is easy to quickly thank a large amount of people. If you are given a gift, try to send out thank you cards within a week of receiving the gift.

While there are some instances where you would be on the fence about sending a thank you card, it is normally expected to send a thank you for birthday wishes. If you see someone in person and they wish you happy birthday, it would make sense to thank them in person and not have to contact them again about it later.

Thank You Text vs. Thank You Card

Normally for gifts, it is expected that you send a thank you card. However, for wishes, it is okay to send a text. If you want to send a card to people that wish you happy birthday, that is also totally acceptable! A physical thank you note is special and it will be appreciated no matter what.

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Thank You Messages for Birthday Wishes on Facebook

There’s really no substitute to receiving a personalized thank you card. But some might feel that your Facebook birthday wishes are the next best thing to cards and, of course, in-person wishes and hugs. Facebook offers a way to get these birthday wishes from people near and far, even people you haven’t spoken to in years. Thanking your Facebook friends for their kind words can be as detailed or deep as you’d like it to be. If you are looking for ways to say ‘Thank You for the Birthday Wishes’ on Facebook, here are some ideas that can help you get started. These simple options will do the trick and will be just as appreciated as other options.

  • I am so appreciative of all of the birthday wishes given to me on Facebook. You all are truly amazing!
  • My birthday was made complete by birthday wishes from all of my Facebook friends. Thank you!
  • Waking up to birthday wishes on my Facebook put a smile on my face. Thank you all so much for the love.
  • I felt so loved receiving all of the Facebook birthday wishes. You are all the greatest. Thank you!
  • Thank you all for the love and birthday wishes! Seeing the Facebook notifications brightened my day.
  • Thank you for the Facebook messages and posts for my birthday! They are all very appreciated and absolutely made my day.
  • Waking up to all of the Facebook birthday wishes had me smiling for the rest of the day. Thank you all for the love!

Thank You Messages for Birthday Wishes Over Text

Another alternative to sending thank you cards, you can treat birthday texts the same way you treat social media posts. Reply to the long, thought-out birthday wishes with a heartfelt thank you note and even a photo of your smiling face in a party hat, a birthday cake, or another birthday symbol. This shows that you put a little effort into making your thanks special, but is still fairly simple to do. Here are some unique thank you quotes to share as a text message; these wording ideas are useful anytime you want to thank a whole group for their thoughtful birthday wishes.

  • Thank you so much for all over the birthday texts! I am truly grateful to have you in my life.
  • Waking up to birthday texts made my heart so full. Thank you so much!
  • I am so grateful to have people that will text me happy birthday. You truly made my day!
  • Thank you for the birthday text! Knowing you thought of today makes me so happy.
  • I love all of the texts I received wishing me happy birthday. Thank you all for thinking of me.
  • Thank you to everyone that texted me happy birthday! You are the best.
  • I feel so loved receiving texts for my birthday. Thank you all for the love and wishes!

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Thank You Messages for Family and Friends

If you are looking for the best ways of saying thank you in a one-of-a-kind, personalized thank you card to your friends and family, we have a few good thank you message examples below. Make sure you let your loved ones know just how much you appreciate their efforts, thoughts, actions, or support by choosing from our varieties of messages designed to put a smile on that person’s face.

  • office accessories thank you cardThank you so much to my family and friends for showering me in love on my birthday. I am so appreciative of you all.
  • The birthday wishes from my family and friends makes me feel so much gratitude. You all made my big day so special.
  • You brought me so much joy on my special day. Thank you so much for being such an important part of my life.
  • I am forever grateful for all of my family and friends. You are what makes my birthday so special. Thank you!
  • No matter what birthday it is, I can always count on my family and friends for birthday wishes. Thank you so much.
  • My family and friends never cease to impress me. Thank you all for the lovely birthday wishes they mean the world to me.
  • Another year older, another year with amazing family and friends. Thank you for all of the birthday wishes.

Thank You Messages for Coworkers

A small thank you message for coworkers is an effective way to show appreciation when they wish you the best on your birthday. That is why we have curated for you these professional thank you messages for colleagues. Here is a collection of appreciation messages and sayings you can write in a thank you card, email, or text to coworkers.

  • Thank you so much for the birthday wishes! I am so happy to have met such a great friend through work.
  • Thank you to all of my coworkers for the birthday wishes. You guys make my workdays that much brighter.
  • I love all of the birthday wishes I got from my coworkers. Thank you all so much for thinking of me.
  • Thank you for all of the birthday wishes! I have the best coworkers I could have asked for.
  • Seeing the birthday wishes from my coworkers has made me so happy. Thank you.
  • I am so happy to have such thoughtful coworkers. Thank you so much for the birthday wishes.
  • The birthday wishes from my coworkers reminds me just how lucky I am. Thank you so much for brightening my day.

Thank You Messages on Behalf of a Child

After the birthday invitations come the birthday thank you cards! If it is a gift on behalf of the child make sure that if they are old enough to write they sign the card even if you write it. Mention how much your child appreciates the specific gift. If it is birthday wishes you can use the following messages and fill the blank in with the child’s name.

  • Personalized, no-photo graduation thank you cardThank you so much for wishing _____ a Happy Birthday! I appreciate the love to my child from all of you.
  • ______ appreciates all of the birthday wishes. It is so nice knowing how much love you all have for my child. Thank you!
  • You all made ____ ‘s birthday so special. Thank you all for the birthday wishes!
  • I am overjoyed with the amount of birthday wishes for my child. Thank you all so much.
  • It is so nice knowing how much love you all have for my child. The birthday wishes for (him/her) are very appreciated.
  • Thank you all for the birthday wishes to ____. They are all very appreciated.
  • A huge thanks to everyone that wished ____ a happy birthday! I am so happy to have friends and family that send my child so much love.

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Wrapping Up

Whether you are writing a thank you card or texting your thank you for birthday wishes, make sure you include how grateful you are. Try to do it within a timely manner and keep it concise. If you’d like, think about what type of gift they’d like on their birthday, on Christmas, or for any occasion. Your friends, family, and anyone else in your life will greatly appreciate the gratitude, care, and they’re sure to treasure your special, one-of-a-kind thank you card forever.

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Not every day is your birthday, so it’s important to invite all your friends and family to celebrate with you. Once of the best ways to quickly communicate with loved ones on your special day or theirs is through social media. Pick a special birthday Instagram caption or message and pair it with a fun birthday photo or selfie of yourself in your birthday glam. After all, it’s your birthday, and you can post a selfie if you want to. When you’re ready to get started, check out the happy birthday Instagram captions we found below. If you’re celebrating the birthday of a friend or loved one, delight them with a birthday card or make them a personalized gift. They’ll be wowed by your photos and your creativity.



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How to Use Instagram Birthday Post Captions

Wanting to post on social media for your birthday, but not sure what to share? Creating the perfect caption is much like sending a great message in a birthday card. You’ll want to show your loved ones you care with a birthday post that summarizes how much you appreciate them and want to celebrate them on their big day. Follow the simple tips below. Bonus: these tips apply to printing photos online and customizing photo gifts or birthday gifts.

  1. Pick an Instagram photo from your birthday party or dinner, or a photo that represents who you are right now. Posting a photo from your celebration is a favorite for many, but for those who want to post before their party or who didn’t take any photos during their birthday, it’s great to have a backup plan. Using one of your favorite selfies, such as one important enough to use as a canvas print or piece of modern wall art, can also make a perfect birthday photo.
  2. Pick a caption that represents you, but is also safe to share with family. Keeping your captions appropriate will help ensure the post ages well. Put the same philosophy into practice for the captions you add to custom mugs, personalized blankets, and any custom gifts you want to give yourself on your birthday.
  3. Make use of the Instagram story function. Post your favorite caption to your story to let all your followers know exactly what day it is.
  4. For friends’ and family’s birthdays, don’t post anything too embarrassing. As fun as it may be for you, you won’t want to upset them on their birthday! Instead, pick photos that stand the test of time and they’d be proud to have displayed both online and in their home. Family birthday calendars are the perfect gift for such an occasion.

Instagram Birthday Captions For Yourself

Whether for a selfie or a photo portrait, these Instagram captions make perfect additions to any birthday post. It’s your day, so you should take the time to celebrate yourself! Pick your favorite birthday Instagram captions from the options below. Then, add your favorite message to inspirational wall art, a photo canvas print, or even a personalized mug.

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  • Thank you, Mom for giving birth to this wonderful child.
  • Blessed to see another year <3
  • Keep calm and celebrate on.
  • Life’s too short to not celebrate every chance you get! Happy Birthday to me!
  • Surround yourself with people who are more excited for your birthday than you are.
  • It’s not the years that count, it’s the memories you make over these years.
  • Birthdays are incomplete without the ones who love and care for you.
  • Live your life and forget your age.

Birthday Captions For Instagram Selfies

Take a selfie you love and post it on Instagram for your birthday! Show everyone that you’re thankful for another year and looking forward to celebrating with friends and family. These Instagram birthday captions are perfect for a selfie, and they range from inspirational to funny and sweet. Your friends and followers will love seeing that you’re celebrating your birthday with joy!

  • Hold on to your inner child as you grow older.
  • Hugs, kisses and lots of birthday wishes!
  • Today is a great day cause it’s my birthday!
  • Making my years count instead of counting the years.
  • I hope the birthday cake is as sweet as me.
  • On this day, a queen was born.
  • Gonna party like it’s my birthday…’cause it is.
  • Eating my cake and wearing it, too.
  • Found my birthday crown.

Funny Birthday Captions For Instagram

If you’re known for your sense of humor, you’ll probably want a funny birthday caption for Instagram. Choose from those below or use them to inspire a joke all your own! Some of these funny Instagram birthday captions can also be great to add to a photo of you and a friend if you’re celebrating their birthday. Funny captions make for fun small gift ideas too, like custom photo magnets or travel mugs.

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  • Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the more you have the longer you live.
  • Birthdays are nature’s way of telling us to eat more cake.
  • Another year older, none the wiser.
  • Birthdays are just finger posts on the road of getting old.
  • I’m so awesome, when I was born, I was given a certificate.
  • When the candles cost more than the cake, it’s time to realize you’re getting old.
  • Another year older, another year wiser? We’ll see about that.
  • Well at least I am not as old as I will be next year.
  • Of course, I don’t know how to act my age. I’ve never been this age before!

Cute Instagram Captions For Boyfriends Birthday

Looking to celebrate your boyfriend or partner’s birthday? Just look to our top picks below! These Instagram captions for a boyfriend are perfect whether you’ve recently started dating or you’ve been together for several years. Choose from funny captions that are about your relationship or simple, sweet captions that simply let everyone know it’s his birthday! They’re sure to help make his birthday one to remember.

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  • If you are lucky enough to find a weirdo, never let them go. A big happy birthday to my weirdo, who’s another year older, but not wiser.
  • I love my crazy, goofy, sometimes stupid boyfriend and wish him a very happy birthday!
  • Happy Birthday to the best boyfriend in the world. I wanted to plan you a surprise birthday party but we all know that I can’t keep a secret.
  • Happy Birthday, Baby. I promise that if I get mad today, I won’t take it out on you. I’ll wait until tomorrow. Enjoy your special day.
  • Have a very happy birthday from the most grateful girlfriend on the planet. I love you more than you know
  • Happy Birthday to the man who makes my blood pressure rise. Love you always!
  • Happy Birthday, Baby! Being your girlfriend rocks. Except on your birthday because you have expensive taste.

Best Friend Birthday Instagram Captions

Your best friend has been with you through thick and thin, so it’s important to celebrate their birthday properly. Use the following Insta captions to help give their birthday post an extra special touch. You can even surprise your friend by adding a favorite photo of the two of you to piece of custom wall art that she or he can hang.

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  • You understand me more than I can even understand myself. I could never thank you enough for all that you have done for me. Happy Birthday to the best friend in this whole world.
  • Don’t worry about your age, you will be older next year. Happy birthday!
  • I’m just here for the birthday cake.
  • They say it’s the thought that counts. So I thought I’d save my money instead of buying you a gift. Best wishes, happy birthday!
  • Forget about your age. Just have fun! It will catch up with you later when you find that your body can’t handle your lifestyle. Enjoy your birthday!
  • I’m so freakin’ happy you were born.
  • Old enough to know better. Young enough to get away with it.

Happy Birthday Instagram Captions by Age

The following birthday Instagram captions are sorted by birthday age, just for you. Choose your favorite or use them to inspire a caption all your own. Alternatively, you can also look for the perfect happy birthday quotes for your Instagram caption. And don’t forget to order your birthday party invitations with your favorite birthday caption or quote.

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22nd Birthday Instagram Captions

A 22nd birthday might not feel like a milestone, but there are plenty of quote birthday sayings you can add to an Instagram caption! Turning 22 marks a full year of being able to drink legally and another step toward being more of an “adult.” Celebrate being young but also the natural process of moving throughout your 20’s.

  • I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling 22.
  • The only thing I’m feeling is 22 beers.
  • I don’t think of it as my 22nd birthday, I see it as my one year anniversary of being able to buy wine.
  • Oh thank god, I still have another year until Blink-182 doesn’t like me!
  • Started from the bottom now we 22.
  • Cheers to 22 years.

21st Birthday Instagram Captions

Everyone’s 21st birthday is always one of the most fun to celebrate. Whether it’s you who’s turning 21 or you’re celebrating a friend, these 21st birthday Instagram captions will poke fun about being able to drink legally and moving further away from being a teenager.

  • 21 and oh so fun.
  • Wanna see my I.D.?
  • Cheers and beers to my 21 years.
  • I.D. love a drink, thanks!
  • Being 21 is nothing to wine about.
  • They say you stop growing once you’re out of high school, but I just outgrow my fake I.D.

20th Birthday Instagram Captions

When you turn 20, you’re officially not a teenager anymore. Entering your 20’s is a big cause for celebration to commemorate getting older and beginning to learn more about yourself as well as life! These 20th birthday Instagram captions are perfect for a silly photo or a beautiful selfie to share with everyone.

  • You have no excuse to act stupid. You’re not a teenage anymore, and you’re not old enough to drink.
  • I can think of 20 reasons you should have a good birthday.
  • You look so much older than you did last year when you were a teenager.
  • You are the youngest 20-year-old I know.
  • 20 looks pretty good on me!

19th Birthday Captions For Instagram

Turning 19 can be a bittersweet time since it’s your last year as a teenager. Celebrate the right way with these fun birthday quotes about feeling young and enjoying the end of your teenage years. Your friends, family, and followers will love seeing these captions on your selfies or birthday celebration photos!

  • Some would say you’re at an awkward stage: You’re an adult, but still not out of your teens. But you’re never this young again! Happy Birthday, enjoy it!
  • It took 19 years to get this awesome.
  • Enjoy your last teenage year, kid!
  • Cheesin’ because I’m 19!
  • They day 19 is just a filler birthday, so let’s fill it with an awesome party!

18th Birthday Instagram Captions

When you turn 18, you’re technically an adult! Though it might not feel like it yet, you’re taking some big steps toward adulthood. Celebrate the exciting but weird feeling of getting older by using some of these Instagram caption ideas. Whether you’re getting ready for graduations, college, or new jobs this year, these birthday quotes capture all the excitement around turning 18!

  • 18 doesn’t feel much different, but it sure is fun to say!
  • From now on I can have ice cream for dinner whenever I want to!
  • Lean, mean, eighteenth-birthday-having machine.
  • Bringing bigger dreams to 18.
  • Guess who’s a legal adult?
  • Adult-ish

17th Birthday Captions For Instagram

Turning 17 means there’s a lot to be proud of! As you’re getting closer to wrapping up high school, celebrate your birthday with these unique Instagram captions. Everyone will love celebrating with you online, and we bet you’ll get a ton of likes on your birthday posts!

  • Old enough to know better but still young enough to get away with it.
  • Dancing Queen at 17.
  • Enjoy your last year before you’re legally an adult! It comes with all of the responsibility and none of the fun!
  • Happy birthday to a teen on the edge of 17!
  • Hugs, kisses, and 17 birthday wishes.

16th Birthday Instagram Captions

Your sweet 16 is when you truly start feeling like an adult! Celebrate your advancement in life and new opportunities with a cute Instagram post and birthday caption. Your friends will love seeing if you got a new car or just being involved in your big 16th birthday celebration.

  • 16 Candles has nothing on me!
  • I really auto get a car now.
  • Putting the ‘sweet’ in sweet sixteen.
  • You only turn 16 once, but I promise to be sweet forever.
  • Queen of Sixteen.
  • Keep calm and sweet sixteen on.

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Resources Related to Birthday Instagram Captions

If you liked these birthday Instagram captions, you may be looking for related content. Besides using the above caption suggestions and your birthday photos to create a perfect birthday card or photo book, or reading about the best birthday invitation wording tips, check out:

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Invitations are the very gateways to special moments in our lives. They set the tone, build anticipation, and begin the process of creating lasting memories. Whether it’s a birthday celebration, a wedding, or a formal holiday party, understanding invitation etiquette is essential to ensure that these occasions come off without a hitch. In this guide, we’ll explore the essential aspects of invitation etiquette, from style and wording through RSVPs and the art of saying thank you. And be sure to explore Shutterfly’s entire range of invitations for every occasion, whether for baby showers, graduation ceremonies, or anniversary parties.

Essential Information

Every invitation begins with the essential information that sets the stage for the event. This includes the who, what, where, when, and why. Make sure your invitations clearly state:

  • Custom Christmas or holiday party invitation with the words Oh What Fun

    Holiday Party Invites

    The Hosts: The names of the hosts should be prominently featured. Whether it’s a single person, a couple, or a group, this helps guests understand who is extending the invitation.

  • The Occasion: Specify the purpose of the event, whether it’s a birthday party, a wedding, a baby shower, a Christmas party, or any other celebration.
  • Date and Time: Clearly state the date and time of the event. Use standard time formats to avoid any confusion.
  • Location: Provide the complete address, including the venue name and street address. For virtual events, include the online meeting details or platform link.
  • RSVP Information: Indicate how and by when guests should RSVP. This is crucial for planning purposes.

Style: Formal & Casual Invitations

Invitations come in as many styles as the events they announce, reflecting the formality and tone of those gatherings. Understanding the distinction between formal and casual invitation wording and style is vital:

Formal Invitations

Formal invitations are typically reserved for black-tie events, weddings, galas, and other prestigious occasions. Like these events, the invitations themselves exude elegance and sophistication. Here’s what to keep in mind:

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    Birthday Invitations

    Language: Use formal language and proper titles. For example, “Mr. and Mrs. John Smith request the honor of your presence.”

  • Design: Opt for high-end paper like Shutterfly’s Luxe, Double-Thick Cardstock (easy to select when you choose your card design), classic fonts, and subdued colors. Foil accenting can add an extra touch of sophistication.
  • Response Cards: Include response cards with pre-addressed envelopes for guests to RSVP.

Casual Invitations

Casual invitations are best for informal or relaxed gatherings, such as many birthday parties, picnics, and get-togethers with friends. They allow for a more informal tone:

  • Example card for the best paper for wedding invitations

    Wedding Invitations

    Language: Use a friendly and conversational tone. For instance, “Join us Saturday for a BBQ to celebrate Tom’s birthday!”

  • Design: Feel free to get creative with design choices, colors, and fonts. Casual invitations can reflect the theme or personality of the event.
  • RSVP: Specify how guests should RSVP, whether it’s by phone, email, or an online RSVP form.

Ordering Extra Invitations

When ordering invitations, it’s wise to order some extra copies. This ensures you have spares in case of errors or additional guests. A good rule of thumb is to order at least 10% more invitations than your guest list. It’s always better to have extras than to scramble for replacements at the last minute.

When To Mail

Example ideas for photo graduation party invitations

Grad Party Invites

Timing is crucial when it comes to mailing invitations, and the timing varies to some degree depending upon the type of event. Wedding Invitations, for instance, are best mailed 6-8 weeks before the wedding date. For destination weddings, send them 2-3 months in advance. For many other events, it’s best to send your invites 4-6 weeks before the event to give guests ample time to plan.

Thank You Notes

The etiquette of receiving gifts and expressing gratitude is just as important as sending invitations. After your event, promptly send thank you notes to show your appreciation for the attendees’ presence and any gifts they may have brought. Personalize each note with a heartfelt message.

Receiving Invitations & RSVPs

If you happen to be on the receiving end of invitations, here are some important points to remember:

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    Baby Shower Invites

    RSVP Promptly: Respond to invitations by the requested date, even if it’s to decline. This helps the host with planning.

  • Plus Ones: If the invitation does not explicitly state that you can bring a guest, assume it’s for you alone. If you’re unsure, ask the host for clarification.
  • Attire: Pay attention to the dress code mentioned in the invitation. Dress appropriately for the occasion.
  • Gifts: If you’re attending a celebration, it’s customary to bring a gift. Check the registry or ask the host for gift suggestions.

A Paean To Invitations

More than just pieces of paper, invitations represent special moments in one’s life. By following these etiquette guidelines, you can ensure that your invitations are received and appreciated with the same warmth and enthusiasm with which they are sent, making every occasion a memorable one for both hosts and guests alike. Check out these helpful guides on etiquette for particular varieties of events:

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How To Make the Best 50th Birthday Party Invitations https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/50th-birthday-invitations/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 18:28:44 +0000 https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/?p=71822 Ensure your 50th birthday bash is one to remember with a custom birthday invitation that sets the tone for your event. Following these five easy steps, you'll create a truly memorable 50th birthday invite with Shutterfly.

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Taking your 50th trip around the sun is a significant achievement in anyone’s life, and it’s truly worth celebrating in style. The first step in planning the perfect celebration is creating a custom 50th birthday party invitation sure to get everyone excited. Invitations, after all, set the tone for one’s event, and they offer a glimpse into the festivities that await your guests. Here, we’ll guide you through the process of crafting the ideal invitation to ensure your 50th birthday bash is one to remember. Don’t forget to pick up custom, festive party supplies like selfie frames and bunting banners add charm and an extra dash of fun to your party.

1. Select Your Favorite Card Design

50th birthday invitation template with photoThe first order of business in creating the best 50th birthday party invitations is choosing a card design that reflects your personality and the theme of your celebration. Whether you prefer something classic and elegant or fun and vibrant, your choice of card design is important—it sets the visual tone for your event. Explore Shutterfly’s design templates and card styles to find one that resonates with you. Look for designs that represent your interests and passions and remember that all of our cards can be customized with the number “50”—so if you see a design you love, remember you can change that “40” or “30” to a “50” as you personalize your card.

2. Upload A Photo

Happy birthday party bunting banner with custom photos.A 50th birthday is always significant and it’s a time to celebrate your life journey. At Shutterfly, we have great no-photo invitations and, as well, fun, festive photo-ready designs, and adding a photo is a great way to personalize your card. Whether it’s a snapshot from your childhood, a memorable moment from your youth, or a recent picture that captures your current self or interests, a photo adds a personal touch to your invitation. Once you’ve chosen your card design, click “Personalize” to upload a picture (or two). It’s a wonderful way to share your journey with your guests and create a sense of nostalgia and connection.

3. Personalize Your Card

Cake-themed birthday party invitation with example wordingTo make your 50th birthday party invitations truly unique, take advantage of the personalization options available at Shutterfly. Adjust the color palette, fonts, trim, and other design elements to match your party’s theme or your personal style. You can also add a custom message or greeting, funny or heartfelt, that conveys your excitement and gratitude for your guests’ presence or, otherwise, an amount of reflection on your milestone birthday. Additionally, consider customizing the inside or back of your card with another photo or design detail that ties into your celebration. This extra touch of personalization will make your invite stand out and create a cohesive look for your event.

4. Include Party Details

Of course, your 50th birthday party invitations need to convey all the essential details about the event. Make sure you include the following information:

  • Date and Time: Specify the date and start time of your celebration. If your event spans multiple days, make sure to include all relevant dates.
  • VBirthday party invitation perfect for a 30th, 40th, 50th, or 60th birthday.enue: Include the full address of your party. If it’s a remote or unique location, consider providing additional instructions or a map.
  • RSVP Information: Include a method for guests to RSVP, whether it’s through email, phone, or a designated website.
  • Dress Code: If your celebration has a specific dress code (such as “Black Tie”) or if it’s a themed party with costumes encouraged, make it clear on the invitation.
  • Special Requests: If there are any special requests or instructions for your guests, such as dietary preferences or gift preferences, include them on the invite.

5. Send To Guests

Once you’ve crafted the perfect 50th birthday party invitations, it’s time to send them out to your guest list. For ease and timeliness, we highly recommend using our free addressing service paired with our Mail For Me service—yep, Shutterfly will address, stamp, and send your invitations for you, saving you not only time, but energy.

Crafting the best 50th birthday party invitations involves selecting a design that reflects your personality, uploading a meaningful photo (if you’d like), personalizing the card, including all relevant party details, and sending them out to your guests in a timely manner. By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your 50th birthday celebration begins on a high note, setting the stage for a memorable event that celebrates your life’s journey thus far. Consult our blog post on birthday invitation wording for ideas, tips, and examples if you’d like help with phrasing. And, above all, enjoy your celebration!

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How to Make 60th Birthday Invitations Online https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/60th-birthday-invitations/ Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:38:09 +0000 https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/?p=71807 Reaching the milestone of a 60th birthday is a cause for celebration with friends and family. Our guide will walk you through five simple steps to create a standout birthday party invitation that will make an immediate impression.

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Reaching the milestone of a 60th birthday is a cause for celebration, and what better way to kick off the festivities than with a thoughtfully-designed and personalized birthday party invitation from Shutterfly? A well-crafted birthday invitation sets the tone for the event and builds anticipation among guests. We’re here to walk you through five simple steps to create a standout 60th birthday party invitation that will make an immediate impression. And be sure to order custom party supplies like bunting banners and selfie frames to make your event a hit.

1. Choose A Design Template

No photo birthday party invitation template with balloons and confetti.The first step in crafting a memorable 60th birthday party invitation is selecting the right design template. At Shutterfly, we offer an array of design options tailored to different themes and styles. Whether you’re aiming for elegance, humor, or a specific color palette, you’re sure to find a template that resonates with the birthday honoree’s personality and the overall vibe of the party. You may want a photo invite or one without a photo. In either case, we have just the design for you. Note that if you see a template that shows another age—including one’s 50th or 70th birthday—those ages are completely and easily customizable.

2. Upload A Photo

Birthday party invitation with then and now photos.A picture, they say, is worth a thousand words, and including a cherished photograph of the birthday star is a heartwarming way to personalize the invitation. After clicking Personalize to begin customizing your card, choose a recent photo or one that reflects a significant era or moment in your life. The photograph not only adds a personal touch but also creates a sense of nostalgia, making guests excited to celebrate six decades of memories. One great option is to go with our Celebration Scrolls Birthday Invitation, which allows you to place a current photo alongside one from your childhood—the effect is a lovely tribute to the spirit of youth at all ages.

3. Customize Your Card

Happy birthday party bunting banner with custom photos.Just as each person is unique, your birthday party invitation should reflect that individuality. With the design template as a foundation, it’s time to get creative and customize the card to align with the birthday party’s theme. Adjust the colors, fonts, layout, greeting, and trim to create a visually appealing invitation that captures everyone’s attention. Whether you’re aiming for a classic look or a more modern aesthetic, customization allows you to make your invitation truly your own.

4. Add Important Party Information

Customizable cocktail party birthday party invitation design.While aesthetics are important, don’t forget the primary purpose of the invitation: to provide essential party details. Make sure to include the date, time, and location of the celebration. If the party has a specific dress code or theme, communicate that clearly to guests. Additionally, provide RSVP information so you can accurately plan for the number of attendees. If it’s a surprise party, be sure to let everyone know to keep the secret. And be sure to read our helpful blog post on birthday invitation wording for tips, examples, and ideas.

5. Send Your Invite To Guests

Personalized birthday party selfie frame.Once you’re satisfied with the design and all the information is in place, it’s time to order your cards and send out them to your guest list. The easiest way to do this is to use our free addressing service combined with our Mail It For Me service, which will address, stamp, and send your invitations straight off the printer. This is the perfect choice for anyone looking to save time and energy, but also for those looking for fast shipping or even last minute invitations.

Creating a 60th birthday party invitation is an opportunity to celebrate not only the honoree but also the shared memories and experiences that have shaped their life. By carefully selecting a design template, adding a personal touch with a photo, customizing the card, providing all the necessary party information, and sending them out to guests, you’re setting the stage for a memorable celebration that honors a life well-lived.

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