Why is a greeting card a great addition to a birthday present?

Whether we prefer a quiet day or a birthday party to turn into the party of the year, everyone loves a personal greeting that comes straight from the heart.

A memory that lasts forever

It used to be that a handwritten card was a must-have addition to a birthday present, but nowadays it''s more often than not a rarity. Writing a birthday card is not easy for everyone; sometimes it can be difficult to think of something to write to a loved one, especially if you want it to be personal and personal to the birthday boy or girl. But it''s worth the effort, because such a personal approach adds a nice touch to the gift, and the card can be kept as a keepsake.

But before you start writing, keep the following things in mind:

• Choose the right greeting card

When choosing a greeting card, make it a priority to choose the one that reminds you most of the person you are celebrating. If he/she is an animal lover, look for a card with a cute animal on it, and if he/she loves flowers, for example, choose a card with that theme - even better if you find a card with the exact flower he/she loves the most. And if the person you''re giving it to is a chocoholic, he or she will definitely be happiest with a chocolate-themed greeting card. In our online shop, you can choose from a variety of chocolate motifs on which we hand-write the text according to your wishes.

When we are confused about choosing a birthday present , buying the right card may seem quite easy, so many people choose the first card they see when shopping, whether or not it has anything to do with the recipient''s interests. Remember - every detail counts, so it''s not just what''s written on the card that matters, but also how it looks.

• Write from the heart

Whatever you write on the card, your message should be well thought out and, above all, it should come from the heart. You don''t have to write out the whole card, sometimes less is more - sometimes the simplest and briefest of thoughts can mean more unnecessary long-windedness. Try to put yourself in the shoes of the person you are greeting and imagine how they will feel when they read your card. Make him/her feel important and, above all, loved.

If you have no other ideas, you can write about your favourite moments with him or her. It could be a special event, or you could write something about a seemingly ordinary event - if the memory of it brings a smile to your face, it will almost certainly bring a smile to the face of the recipient.

Still in a dilemma about what to write?

If writing is not your greatest skill, the following questions may help you to write your greeting:

• Why does this person mean so much to you?
• What makes them so special?
• How does this person affect you, how has he or she changed your life?
• Has she or he done something that makes you want to thank her or him especially?
• What is your favourite quality about this person?
• What are your favourite memories of this person?
• What does this person mean to you?

In today''s digitised world, a handwritten card can mean more to many people than the gift itself. So there''s no need to empty your pockets - you can brighten up the day with just a little something. What''s better for chocoholics than to receive a delicious chocolate as a gift, to indulge their taste buds and release happy hormones?

If you''re in doubt when it comes to choosing a birthday present, our questionnaire can help you find the perfect gift for someone you love - whether it''s a partner, friend, colleague or close family member. You can also choose any age of the recipient, gender and the minimum or maximum amount you are willing to spend on a gift.

And remember - less is more!