Farewell Thanks Card: A Sinking Ship Joke for Leaving Coworkers

Farewell Thanks Card shows a joke about who gets to escape. The printed words “YOU” and “THE REST OF US (THANKS..)” sit beside a lone figure waving from a dock while a ship sinks in the distance. It turns a goodbye into a sly one-liner that only your office crew will fully appreciate, and it reads like a wink from the people who have to stay behind.

Ships with a kraft envelope; envelope color in photo may vary.

The design piece by piece

A dark navy silhouette stands at the bottom left, one arm raised high in a cheerful wave. The figure faces a sea drawn in layered blue and tan lines that curl across the whole card. Off to the right, a ship tilts toward the water with its smokestacks still giving off soft puffs of smoke. Above the scene, pale blue clouds float against the cream background. The word “YOU” is printed near the waving figure, with a small curved arrow pointing to them, while “THE REST OF US (THANKS..)” sits above the sinking ship with a second arrow. The lettering is bold and simple, so the contrast between the two groups is obvious at a glance. The artwork is clean and flat, with every element drawn in the same hand-sketched line style.

Everyday moments

This card is for the coworker who has been the team's steady presence, the one who always had a joke ready and a coffee for everyone. When you hand over a farewell card like this, you are signaling that you know the sarcasm is affectionate. Colleagues will notice the wave and the ship first, then read the printed lines and laugh. You can tuck it into a stack of cards on the last day of work, or leave it on the desk of someone clearing out their things. It also fits a Friday lunch where everyone is teasing the person heading out.

When you need a gift

A farewell card is often the last thing the team gives someone before they leave, so this one fits a going-away moment well. It works with a small goodbye gift, a shared signature page, or a quick note on the back. Use it for a retirement, a job change, or a move to another department. The dry humor makes it a good match for people who enjoy a little teasing. The card is available in the Natural color, so it sits easily on any desk or mantel.