What Should My Card Say? Funny Card Message Ideas That People Actually Remember
- Carrie Kieffer
- Dec 14, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Dec 27, 2025
What Should My Card Say? Funny Card Message Ideas That People Actually Remember
The most common questions I get as a florist is.
“What should I write in the card?”
Right up there with
“How long will the flowers last?”
is the stress of finding the perfect card message. Whether you are sending flowers for a birthday, wedding, graduation, get well soon, or just because, my best advice is simple.
Make it funny.
My husband’s go to move is sending the most wildly inappropriate card message for the occasion. Think “Happy Birthday” at a wedding or “Get Well Soon” at a graduation party. It makes him laugh every time. And honestly, it works.
If the recipient actually reads the card, chances are you will get a text, a call, or at the very least a good laugh out of it. And if nothing else, they will remember you. Flowers are beautiful, but a funny card message is unforgettable.
Keep Your Card Message Positive and Upbeat
When people search what to write in a flower card, they usually think it needs to be deep or poetic. It does not.
I always recommend keeping your card message positive, upbeat, and personal. Write the way you talk. You do not need perfect wording. You just need something that sounds like you.
When in doubt, pretend you are writing to your husband or your kindest friend. What would you say if you were handing them the flowers in person? That is exactly what you should write.
Funny and Simple Card Message Ideas
If you are stuck and staring at a blank card, here are a few easy ideas that work for almost any occasion.
Congrats on doing the thing. I knew you could.
These flowers are almost as amazing as you. Almost.
I had no idea what to write in this card, so I sent flowers instead.
You deserve flowers today. And tomorrow too.
This is your reminder that you are loved and appreciated.
This Sucks!
You better know who they are from!
These types of messages work for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, weddings, and even just because flower deliveries.
The Best Card Messages Are the Ones People Remember
At Sunshine and Stems, I always say the flowers set the mood, but the card sets the memory. If someone is searching for what to say in a card with flowers, my answer is always the same.
Do not overthink it.
Be yourself.
Be kind.
Be a little funny.
Funny Card Message Ideas for Every Occasion!
If you are wondering what to write in a card, sometimes the best answer is to make them laugh. Here are three funny card message ideas for each popular flower occasion that people actually remember.
Birthday Card Messages
Another year older, but still looking great from a distance.
Aging is mandatory. Growing up is optional.
You do not look a day over whatever age you are telling people.
Anniversary Card Messages
Thanks for putting up with me for another year.
Still married. Still winning.
Proof that love, patience, and snacks really do work.
Wedding Card Messages
You said yes. No refunds.
Marriage is finding that one special person you want to annoy forever.
Welcome to the longest group project of your life.
Graduation Card Messages
You did it. Now what?
Congrats on surviving school without Googling every answer.
This degree proves you can commit to something longer than a Netflix series.
Get Well Soon Card Messages
Take your time. The couch misses you already.
Feel better soon so you can stop binge watching everything.
Doctor’s orders say flowers help. I did my part.
New Baby Card Messages
Sleep is now just a fond memory.
Tiny human, big personality coming soon.
Congrats on creating something cuter than both of you.
Sympathy Card Messages (Light but Loving)
Sending love, comfort, and a reminder that you are not alone.
Thinking of you and holding you close in our hearts.
Wishing you peace, strength, and moments of warmth during a hard time.
Just Because Card Messages
No reason. Just vibes.
These flowers reminded me of you. Loud, bright, and impossible to ignore.
Because everyone deserves flowers for absolutely no reason.
And if you still cannot decide what to write, that is what I am here for. I am always happy to help you create a card message that feels natural and personal.
Because the best card messages are not perfect.
They are personal. 💐
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