Sympathy and Encouragement Cards

Encouragement cards are for the moments when words matter most. This collection is designed for checking in, lifting spirits, and reminding someone they’re not alone, without being overly sentimental or awkwardly serious.

These encouragement cards are thoughtful, warm, and human. Some designs feel gentle and reassuring, others offer quiet confidence or a little humor, but all of them are written to sound like something you’d actually say. Whether someone is going through a hard week, starting something new, or just needs a reminder that they’re doing their best, there’s a card here that fits.

Printed in full color on quality paper stock, each card feels intentional and easy to give. They’re simple to write in and meaningful to receive, making them just as good for mailing as they are for hand-delivering with a hug or a coffee.

Designed and produced in Brooklyn, New York, these encouragement cards are made to be kept close, pinned up, or reread when needed. A small way to offer support, reassurance, and a little light when it’s welcome.

Sympathy & Encouragement - Footnotes Paper

encouragement cards that say the right thing

  • Encouragement cards are often hardest to write and most appreciated to receive. They show up during uncertain moments, tough seasons, or quiet transitions, offering support without pressure and care without expectation. This collection focuses on encouragement cards that feel sincere, natural, and easy to connect with.
  • The designs range from softly reassuring to gently motivating. Some cards are perfect for offering comfort, while others are better suited for celebrating resilience, progress, or small wins. What they share is an honest tone that avoids clichés and forced positivity. These encouragement cards are meant to meet people where they are, not rush them toward feeling better.
  • Each card is printed in full color with attention to both design and message. The paper stock feels substantial and smooth, making it easy to write a longer note or a simple sentence. These are encouragement cards meant to be read more than once, whether they’re taped to a wall, tucked into a bag, or saved for later.
  • Made in Brooklyn, New York, this collection reflects Footnotes Paper’s belief that words can be both simple and meaningful. The cards are designed to feel personal and intentional, even when you’re not sure what to say yourself.

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