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Let your friends know how much they mean to you on National Send a Card to a Friend Day - because friendships are always worth celebrating.
Get ready to spread some love and cheer on February 7 for National Send a Card to a Friend Day! This day was created as a way to remind people of the importance of friendship and to encourage them to reach out to their friends through the simple gesture of sending a card. It's also a great opportunity to show your appreciation for those special friendships in your life and let your friends know how much they mean to you. So grab your favorite cards and get ready to put a smile on someone's face – because who doesn't love receiving snail mail?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1843</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Commercial Christmas Card</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sir Henry Cole of the UK commissions the first commercial Christmas card, marking an early instance of sending cards to friends and family.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1856</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Card Industry Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>Louis Prang, a German immigrant, begins producing cards in the US, sparking the rise of the American card industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1875</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Valentine's Day Cards</div><div class='timeline-text'>Louis Prang becomes the first to print Valentine’s Day cards in America, expanding types of greeting cards exchanged.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1910</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Hallmark</div><div class='timeline-text'>Joyce Clyde Hall and his brother begin selling postcards, eventually creating Hallmark Cards, a key player in the greeting card industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ecards Gain Traction</div><div class='timeline-text'>The popularity of internet-based ecards grows, offering a digital form of connection alongside traditional paper cards.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hand-make a card for a friend</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get out your craft supplies and create a personalized card for your friend. Use their favorite colors, inside jokes, or memories to make it extra special.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a surprise e-card</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a fun and unique e-card online and send it to your friend. They'll be surprised and delighted to receive a thoughtful message from you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a day out with your friend</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Instead of just sending a card, plan a whole day to spend with your friend. You can go out for lunch, do an activity together, or just catch up over coffee. The time spent together will be the best gift of all.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a card-making party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have a card-making party! You can all make cards for your friends and have a fun and creative afternoon together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a care package</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together a care package with some thoughtful items for your friend. Include a card, their favorite snacks, and anything else that will make them smile. It's the perfect way to show you care on National Send a Card to a Friend Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to strengthen friendships</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Send a Card to a Friend Day is the perfect opportunity to show your friends how much they mean to you. Taking the time to write out a thoughtful message and send it in the mail can strengthen your bond and make your friendship even more meaningful.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to spread happiness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Receiving a card in the mail from a friend is always such a happy surprise! By participating in National Send a Card to a Friend Day, you not only brighten their day but also potentially inspire them to do the same for others. It's a simple yet heartwarming gesture that has ripple effects of happiness.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a reminder to stay connected</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In our busy lives, it can be easy to lose touch with friends. National Send a Card to a Friend Day serves as a reminder to make time for those we care about and maintain meaningful connections. It's a chance to catch up, reminisce, and express how grateful we are to have them in our lives.</p></div></div>
National Send a Card to Friend Day is celebrated on February 7th every year. In 2024 National Send a Card to Friend Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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