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If you’re not able to actually physically get in front of your desired autograph writer then one option is to use the good old postal service instead. In order to do this with maximum effect here’s a few top tips to ensure you get that football autograph you’re after.
No.1 - If possible write the letter to your subject yourself in your own handwriting. If this isn’t possible or sensible (depending on your handwriting!) then don’t stress – typing a note will be just fine.
No.2 – When writing the note / request please keep this fairly short and to the point. Much as I’m sure your chosen subject would like to hear about your friends and family the chances are they’re fairly busy people. A short polite note about how much you admire them, or a comment about how you’ve followed their career for ‘x’ years (for example) will usually do just fine. Oh, and don’t forget to ask (politely) for the actual autograph!
No.3 – And please don’t ask for 20 signatures! One or two are usually fine, but the more you ask for the less likely you are to get them. Remember, by sending a letter you are basically interrupting them. They were probably doing something else before they opened your letter – so please don’t ask them to spend too much time on your request. Chances are they get quite a few of these daily so go easy on them!
No.4 – If you have a photo you took of them – great – send that to be autographed. If you are a collector / fan what better reward than that? Also, it’s that bit more personal and that’s usually appreciated by the player.
No.5 – You wouldn’t believe the number of people who forget to do this. If you’re requesting a signed card / pictures (or whatever) make sure you put in an appropriate Self Addressed Stamped Envelope (i.e. right size, and enough postage). No remember, no autograph.
No.6 – Finally, if sending a photo be to signed you may want to place the photo between two stiff pieces of card when sending. This just helps ensure it gets there and back in better shape. Also, the old ‘Please Do Not Bend’ note written on the envelope is a good idea too.
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