Special Occasion Cards for Every Moment: Sympathy, Get Well Soon and Congratulations.

Life is a delicate dance of highs and lows. Whether you’re celebrating a triumph or offering comfort during difficult times, it’s always important to express your support for loved ones. One of the easiest ways to send your love – whatever the circumstance – is with a special occasion card.

Learn how to craft special occasion cards with Adobe Express, and let your loved ones know you’re right there with them every step of the way.

What are sympathy cards?

Expressing feelings of grief into words is never easy, which is why writing a sympathy card can feel overwhelming. We worry so much about writing the wrong thing that we often forget a sympathy card is there to support our loved ones through their grief.

Having trouble coming up with things to write in a sympathy card? Remember, it’s not an essay. A short and simple heartfelt message should suffice.

Things to write in a sympathy card.

You can start your sympathy card by saying that you’re sorry for their loss and saddened to hear the news of their loved one’s passing. If you share a history with the deceased, you can also add a personal anecdote or recall a memory to make the sympathy card more heartfelt.

Sign off by offering support if you’re able to. Let them know that they can seek out your help or organise a chat, if they feel up to it.

You can also add a personal touch to your sympathy card by customising your card to include photos, imagery and colours that hold special meaning to the deceased or recipient.

Editable sympathy card template ideas.

What is a get well card?

Whether a loved one is recovering from an operation or feeling poorly from a bad case of the sniffles, a get well card can brighten their day.

A get well card can deliver a thoughtful message to spark hope and strengthen spirits during recovery. You can also bring comfort and joy to the recipient by encouraging them to focus on the positives and to look ahead to better days.

What to write in a get well card.

Before writing a get well card, you’ll need to consider three key things:

• The recipient of the card
• The nature of their condition
• Your relationship with them

This will help you know whether to include a heartfelt wish for recovery, an inspiring quote, or a light-hearted message to bring a smile to their face.

Having creative trouble? Tap into Adobe Express’s unlimited AI power to create your card and add your own visuals, icons and messages for a more personal feel.

Customise your own get well card with free designs from Adobe Express.

What is a congratulations card?

When congratulating a colleague, friend or loved one, you want to make it memorable and unique. They may have finally landed that job, bought their first home or made a life decision they’ve always dreamed of.

If it’s a significant career achievement, a heartfelt compliment is the perfect way to remind them of how talented, hard-working and deserving they are.

Or perhaps they’ve just had a baby. Then you can express just how happy and excited you are for them. Whatever the case, having a positive tone in your writing helps drive the congratulatory message home.

Example messages for a congratulations card.

Aside from expressing your joy at their achievement, you can also add quotes and light-hearted jokes to make the message more memorable. Draw inspiration from movies, scripture, poetry, stories and songs.

Get more ideas for what to write in a congratulations card from Adobe Express.

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How can Adobe Express help you create your own special occasion cards?

Adobe Express can help take your special occasion cards to the next level with free tools and customisable templates to inspire your own creativity.

1. Customise your special occasion card creations.

Use the Adobe Express Card Maker to customise your cards for any special occasions. Simply choose a template that suits the event, add your own photos, images and icons, then tweak the messaging for a more personal touch.

Want to print and post your cards? Check out the printable card templates available. Or, you can opt for an eCard to share with the recipient online.

2. Create a photo collage to remember the good times.

Reshare iconic moments with your loved ones by including a collage of your favourite photos in your special occasion cards. Create a collage seamlessly with the help of Adobe Express’ free tools and templates. Select the design, add in your snaps and edit to capture the wonderful memories.

3. Add a touching quote to reflect the moment.

Adding a quote to your card allows you to deepen the emotion and leave a more memorable message for the recipient. Discover heartfelt and inspirational quotes from Adobe Express today.

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Good to know.

What is a positive sentence expressing sympathy?

A positive sentence expressing sympathy helps acknowledge grief, express condolences and take some of the pain away from a loss. They can also help bring joy in a difficult situation and honour the deceased. A good example of a positive sentence includes, ‘ I know this loss is hard to bear, but I am here for you.’

What can I write instead of ‘get well soon’?

There are several alternatives you can use instead of “get well soon”. Some message ideas include:

• Have a speedy recovery
• Hoping you find strength with each new day
• Hope you feel better soon.

Is Adobe Express free?

Yes, our free plan offers many core features, including thousands of templates, photo editing and effects, animation, and 5 GB of storage. See our pricing page for details and to compare plans.