It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year! One of my favorite traditions is sending and receiving holiday cards. I love seeing memories from friends and family throughout the years, and I keep all the cards sent to our family on a ring with a hole punched so we can reminisce each year! My family also displays the current year’s cards we receive using clothespins on our “fun” tree with all the ornaments we collect. I love looking at them throughout the season.
Purchasing and sending a holiday card is easy since you can do it all online now. There are traditional-style cards as well as more whimsical styles to choose from. Select the photo or photos you will use for your card, and choose one from there. Many can be mailed directly from the company to your recipients for you. I did this last year; it was so convenient, and I’ll do it again this year. Here, I’m sharing my favorite holiday cards for this upcoming season!
22 of Our Favorite Holiday Cards
Minted
1. Winter Cabin
This winter cabin holiday card includes trees and animals. I especially love the blue colorway, and the design makes some of the objects almost look 3D! The messaging is winter-neutral, so you could send this all season long.
2. Corner Scripted
This simple design packs a punch with real foil lettering! Choose from eight foil colors and six background colors for a more customized look. This would be such a stunning Christmas card personalized with your family photo.
3. Chic Plaid
Here’s another card that includes gorgeous foil, except this time, it is included in a plaid design. Plaid is always such a classic holiday option. Choose from different color themes, foil colors, and greetings to make it your own.
4. Big Energy
This is a fun option with the message: “big holiday energy!” You can also choose for it to say “nice list energy” or “new year energy” if you prefer. A precious pajama shot of your kids or family would fit perfectly. Choose from six color schemes for this card.
5. Many Merry Moments
If you’re like me and can’t choose one favorite photo because you have too many, this might be the card for you! It allows you to include lots of photos, which I love. I also like the simplistic white design, but you can choose from several holiday colors.
Zazzle
1. Watercolor Blue Bow Wreath Photo Card
This card is stunning! The light blue watercolor and gorgeous wreath with your family’s last initial would make a beautiful holiday card. You can also customize the text to whatever fits best for you.
2. Pastel Color Gradient Joy Card
How fun is this eye-catching card full of color?! The background has gradient pastel colors for a merry look. It also has actual foil letters spelling out “joy.” It would be the perfect place to show off your favorite family photo!
3. Peace, Love and Joy Holiday Card
Beautiful, real foil letters are the focal point of this holiday card. Choose from gold, silver, and rose gold foil. I love the message “peace, love, & joy.” You can include your favorite horizontal family photo for the perfect card.
4. Botanical Greenery Christmas Card
This is an elegant option for a holiday card. The greenery wreath design is gorgeous, and you can choose from a light or dark background, depending on your preferred look. Customize the text inside the wreath and select a family photo for the center.
Shutterfly
1. Elegant Oval Frame Holiday Card
Here’s a simple, neutral option for those who prefer a minimalist look. This gorgeous rustic design is perfect for winter. You can choose a design or photo with extra messaging for the back of the card.
2. Wintermint Sparkle Holiday Card
I love the iridescent foil on this card, but you can also choose stunning gold or rose gold foil. Add your favorite vertical family photo for a dazzling holiday card. There’s room on the back as well for additional pictures or messages.
3. Plaid Pairing Holiday Card
This is a great card to wish friends and family a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, or Happy New Year! The plaid design in the background is so fun. I love the combination of blue, red, yellow, and white, and there’s a green and black option.
4. Joyously Jolly Christmas Card
This is such a fun and whimsical holiday card option. These bright colors look great together. And if you have more than one image you would like to share, you can choose five photos to include on this card!
5. Simply Stripes Holiday Card
Red and green plus stripes are always a winning holiday combination. This Christmas card is perfect for featuring your favorite family photo. I think it would look so cute with a matching holiday pajama shot.
Paper Culture
1. Glimpse of Joy Card
I love this uniquely designed holiday card! Your photo becomes part of the primary messaging for the card, spelling out “Joy!” You can also include two more pictures and an extended message on the back of the card.
2. Hanging Wreath Card
This is a stunning way to announce a recent move this holiday season! This hanging wreath card is perfect for delivering the news to all your family and friends. The back of the card allows you to add extra photos and has a spot for your new address.
Artifact Uprising
1. Multi-Image Vertical Holiday Card
This is a more generic holiday card — but not in a bad way! It means you could send it anytime in the season and through January. I love the simple “Cheers!” messaging. You can include nine photos on the front, and there’s the option for more on the back.
2. Cursive Colorblock Holiday Card
Sometimes, the holiday card doesn’t happen until close to the New Year. This is the perfect card for that occasion! You can include multiple extra photos and messaging on the back if desired.
3. Joy Multi-Image Holiday Card
I love the clean background and scattered lettering! It also has room for text and multiple pictures. Choose between the standard and foil printing styles and multiple envelope color options.
4. Joyful Deluxe Holiday Card
Here’s a great option if you want to showcase one main photo. This card is available in portrait and landscape orientations and can be further customized with a unique design on the back.
5. Tell On Multi-Photo Holiday Card
Choose from a “Happy Holidays,” “Merry & Bright,” “Peace & Love,” and “Warmest Wishes” greeting for this festive card. It will be perfect if you have multiple photos to showcase! You can also add a coordinating envelope.
6. Bold Foil-Stamped Holiday Card
The foil color options for this card are gorgeous. Choose from gold, silver, frost, copper, and burgundy heat-pressed foil. You can also select the greeting “Merry!” “Cheers!” or “Joy!” for this holiday card.
Don’t forget that when choosing your holiday card, many companies will do the hard work for you. They will address, stamp, and even mail your cards without you ever lifting a finger. I chose to do this last year, which was worth the extra cost. It was so easy that I don’t think I’ll ever return to sending them on my own! I hope you have fun finding and choosing a card that fits your family. Happy holidays!
