What to Write in a Friend’s Birthday Card

What to Write in a Friend’s Birthday Card

What to Write in a Friend’s Birthday Card (No Matter What Kind of Friendship You Have)

Choosing a Birthday Card for a friend is easy – especially if you shop at Salty Peach. But when it comes to writing the actual message inside? That’s where a lot of people get stuck. Do you keep it casual or go deep? Funny or heartfelt? What about someone you’ve only known for a short time? Whether you’re writing to your ride-or-die or someone you haven’t seen in ages, here are some ideas to help you with this year’s Birthday message.

For Your Best Friend

Your bestie deserves a message that’s just as iconic as your friendship. This is the moment to be honest, funny, nostalgic – or all three!

What to include:

  • A funny memory or a reference to a favourite meme
  • What you love most about them
  • How much they mean to you (yes, even if you’re both bad at feelings – writing it down can feel less awkward)

Example messages:

  • “Another year older, but still the one person I’d choose to be stuck in a lift with along with an impatient Great Dane. Love you!”
  • “Happy Birthday to the person who knows all my secrets and still decides to be seen in public with me.”
  • “Here’s to another year of being slightly unhinged, unapologetically fab, and fashionably late to everything.”
  • “Thanks for being my emergency contact, my rock, my best friend in this life. I wouldn’t want to do it without you.”

For a Friend You Don’t See Often

Long distance friendships are still worth celebrating despite the miles. Whether life got busy or you’re both living in different parts of the country, a thoughtful Birthday message goes a long way.

What to include:

  • A quick life update or memory
  • A reminder that they’re still important to you
  • An offer to catch up soon

Example messages:

  • “Next time you’re in town, come check out my new place! We can eat way too much Birthday cake, binge a terrible movie, and avoid all our responsibilities.”
  • “Even though we don’t talk all the time, I always smile when I think of you. Let’s make up for the miles with new and old memories – Birthday catch up?”
  • “Sending you a BIG BIRTHDAY HUG from [city/country]. I miss you and our long chats, but when we finally catch up it’ll feel like no time has passed.”
  • “We may not talk every day, but I’ll always show up with [favourite dessert]. Hope you feel all the love on your Birthday!”
  • “I can’t wait to finally give you your Birthday hug in person – and yes, it’s going to be a long one!”

For a Funny Friend

If your friendship is 90% jokes and 10% actual conversation, why not lean into the chaos! Funny Birthday cards pair perfectly with cheeky and clever messages.

What to include:

  • Light hearted roasting
  • Sarcastic “wisdom”
  • An over the top Birthday wish

Example messages:

  • “Remember, age is just a number… A really big one in your case!”
  • “Happy Birthday! May your hangover be mild and your cake be bigger than your existential crisis.”
  • “Another year older, but somehow never wiser.”
  • “At your age, candles cost more than the cake. Budget accordingly.”

For a New Friend or Casual Mate

When you haven’t been friends for long, or you’re just work mates or part of the same group, it’s best to keep things friendly and positive without getting too deep.

What to include

  • A simple Birthday wish
  • A kind note or compliment (and you should mean it)
  • A light joke, if you know their humour

Example messages:

  • “Hope you have the BEST Birthday – if anyone deserves it, it’s you!”
  • “So glad to have met you. Wishing you a wonderful Birthday and a year full of good luck!”
  • “Here’s to getting older, cake, and drinks that taste more expensive than they actually are!”
  • “Wishing you a great day filled with your favourite foods, and hopefully a little time away from work emails. Happy Birthday!”
  • “Happy Birthday! You’re always so generous with your time and advice, I hope you get the same kindness and good vibes back today. Here’s to a mate who makes work a bit more bearable!”

Remember to Be You!

No matter what you choose to write, the best message is one that sounds like you. Don’t worry about writing the perfect poem or constructing the funniest joke, just be sincere and speak from the heart (or funny bone), and let your friend know you care.

Drafted the message but need a card to match? Browse our full Birthday Card Collection to find the right card for every kind of friendship.

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Uniquely Funny Birthday Cards to Buy for Friends and Family

Uniquely Funny Birthday Cards to Buy for Friends and Family

Uniquely Funny Birthday Cards to Buy for Friends and Family

Looking for a Birthday card that stands out from the usual “Happy Birthday” fluff? Look no further! In this post, we’ve rounded up some uniquely funny Birthday cards that will have your friends and family laughing out loud. Or at the very least, blowing air out of their nostrils. These cards have sarcastic humour and are a great way to add a touch of personality to any Birthday celebration.

There Is No Money In This Card

There Is No Money In This Card

Money? In a Birthday card? In this economy? Perfect for those who aren’t afraid to keep it real, this card humourously declares, “There is no money in this card.” A funny way to manage expectations while still sending your best Birthday wishes!

Kath Kim Effluent Friend Birthday Card - Purple

Kath and Kim Effluent Friend Birthday Card

Celebrate your effluent friend in true Kath and Kim style with this hilarious Birthday card! Featuring the cheeky message, “Wishing my effluent friend a noice, unusual Birthday.” It’s perfect for the fans of the beloved Aussie duo. The two ladies of Fountain Lakes may get their words mixed up from time to time, but giving your friend a noice, unusual Birthday is no mistake! Available in pink, purple, blue, or black text.

Michael Scott Boom Roasted Birthday Card

Michael Scott Boom Roasted Birthday Card

Channel your inner Michael Scott with this hilariously blunt Birthday card that reads, “You’re old. Boom! Roasted.” For a friend or family member who can handle a joke, this card delivers a cheeky burn that not even the biggest fan of The Office would walk away from unscathed.

Taylor Swift Never Getting Younger Birthday Card Blue

Taylor Swift Never Getting Younger Birthday Card

Take a sassy Taylor Swift lyric and turn it into the perfect Birthday burn! “You are never, ever, ever getting any younger.” A playful nod to one of her most iconic songs, this card is perfect for a friend or family member who can appreciate a witty, age related roast served with a side of Swiftie flair! Choose from a blue or pink background.

Birthdays are a Scam Greeting Card Blue

Birthdays Are a Scam Card

For the friend who loves a good laugh and isn’t afraid to question tradition, this card says it all. “Birthdays are just a scam invented to sell cards.” Perfect for anyone with a sarcastic streak. Available in pink, blue, or black text.

Whether you’re celebrating a friend’s quirky sense of humour or poking fun at a family member’s age (we don’t take responsibility for any major burns, so make sure you’re not being too mean!) there’s a card out there to suit everyone. So next time you’re shopping for the perfect Birthday card, don’t settle for ordinary – go for something that will get them laughing!

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Adorable Anniversary Cards to Melt Your Significant Other’s Heart

Adorable Anniversary Cards to Melt Your Significant Other’s Heart

Adorable Anniversary Cards to Melt Your Significant Other’s Heart

Anniversaries are the perfect time to celebrate your one-of-a-kind love story. A cute Anniversary Card paired with a heartfelt message can say what words alone often can’t. Whether you’re marking your first year together or your 50th, the right card makes the moment even more special.

To help you find the perfect match, we’ve rounded up some of the most charming and sweet Anniversary Cards. These are sure to make your partner smile! From pun-filled designs to honest everyday moments, there’s something here for every kind of love.

You're My Boo Card

You’re My Boo Ghost Flower Card

Looking for something sweet and a little spooky? This charming card features a cute illustration of a ghost offering a flower to their ghostly sweetheart. Printed underneath is the line, “You’re my boo!.” Perfect for Valentine’s Day, an Anniversary, or anytime you want to charm your favourite spirit.

Key Cap to my Heart Anniversary Card

Key Cap To My Heart Card

A clever play on words, this punny card features a key cap adorned with a pink heart and the message, “You have the key to my heart.” This Greeting Card strikes the perfect balance between tech head and hopeless romantic. Ideal for the one who codes your world and holds your heart!

Cats and Boxes Anniversary Card

Cats and Boxes Love Card

This playful card features the purr-suasive message, “I love you more than cats love boxes.” For cat lovers and romantics alike, it’s a sweet way to say that your love reaches the deepest of cardboard boxes. Cosy, constant, and completely irresistible! Choose from pink, blue, or black text.

I Love You to the Moon and Back Anniversary Card

I Love You to the Moon and Back Card

This dreamy card features a cheerful moon, fluffy clouds, and twinkling stars. Bringing the timeless phrase, “I love you to the moon and back” to life! A whimsical way to show someone just how far your love reaches. Perfect for any occasion that calls for a little cosmic affection.

Little Spoon Anniversary Card

Little Spoon Anniversary Card

This cheeky card celebrates love in all its cosiness. With text that reads, “I still love you even when we fight over who gets to be the little spoon.” Perfect for the couples who know that even the smallest of squabbles can’t shake the big love. It’s worth the snuggle struggle! Choose from pink, blue, or black text.

Choosing the right Anniversary Card is more than just a sweet gesture. It’s a way to reflect on your journey together. Whether you prefer cute, funny, or sentimental, a well chosen card can speak volumes.

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