Father's Day cards with a little extra shine
Father's Day is a day to thank the dads, stepdads, grandpas, uncles and mentors who showed up for us. In the US and Canada it falls on the third Sunday of June, and many other countries celebrate on the same day, though some have their own dates. It is often marked with a barbecue, a game, a long walk or simply a phone call.
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Many dads are not big on mushy words, so the best cards balance humor with honesty: a shared joke, a thank you for the driving lessons, a line about the advice you finally understand. A photo of the two of you fishing, fixing a bike or grilling, finished in copper or silver foil, says plenty without saying too much.
What to write inside
Pick a message to start from. It goes straight into your card, and you can change every word.
Design idea
Upload a photo of Dad at the grill, on a fishing trip or with a toddler on his shoulders, crop it landscape, and choose "Shadows" so the outlines turn to copper foil on kraft paper for a rugged, workshop feel. For something sleeker, try "Details" in silver foil on navy or black.
- Copper foil
- Kraft paper
When to send it
In the US and Canada, Father's Day is the third Sunday of June. Other countries have different dates, such as early September in Australia and New Zealand, so check where your dad lives.
Links work for 90 days and open in any browser, so it arrives the moment you send it, wherever they are.
Questions
What do you write in a Father's Day card if you're not sentimental?
Use humor with one sincere line. Joke about his dad jokes, his thermostat rules or his grill skills, then add a simple thank you for something specific he did for you. That single honest sentence will likely be the part he remembers most.
Who else can I send a Father's Day card to?
Grandfathers, stepdads, uncles, coaches, fathers-in-law and friends who are new dads all appreciate a card. You can also reach out to someone who recently lost their father, acknowledging that the day may be hard and that you are thinking of them.
