{"id":6355,"date":"2024-08-09T10:08:25","date_gmt":"2024-08-09T14:08:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/?p=6355"},"modified":"2024-10-25T04:11:27","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T08:11:27","slug":"how-to-write-christmas-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/how-to-write-christmas-card","title":{"rendered":"50 Christmas card message ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s nearly that time of year again\u2026 we\u2019ll soon be decking the halls, wrapping presents and celebrating with loved ones. So, it\u2019s time to start thinking about holiday cards.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/holiday\/christmas-cards\">Christmas cards<\/a>&nbsp;are all about spreading warm wishes and cheer during the festive season, so whether you\u2019re sending them out to family or friends, we\u2019ve gathered some ideas for what to write when you\u2019ve already got your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/unique-christmas-card-designs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gorgeous design<\/a>&nbsp;and you\u2019re staring at that blank page. And if you want to go the extra mile, use a&nbsp; special holiday font.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we\u2019ll cover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Holiday card messages for family &amp; friends<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Funny Christmas card messages<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holiday card messages for pet parents<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New Years-inspired messages<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tips for signing your holiday card<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holiday card messages for family<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When sending cards to family members, making it personal is what\u2019s important. The holiday season can be an emotional one, so it\u2019s a good time of year to come together and spread messages of love and cheer. This means it\u2019s also okay to be a little cheesy \u2013 because when else can you get away with it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern life means that families may be spread further apart, so sending a holiday card is an opportunity to catch up, reconnect and let people know you\u2019re thinking of them. Here are some Christmas card messages your family members are sure to love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thinking of you this Christmas. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s time for mulled wine, candles, cakes, songs, reindeer, carols, laughter \u2013 and most importantly, LOVE.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sending love and wishes, even from far away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family like you is the greatest Christmas gift of all.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Together is our favorite place to be. We can&#8217;t wait to see you soon!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vistaprint-creative-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto\/content-marketing\/article-images\/CMT-1549-HolidayCards-Tile001_en-us.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holiday card messages for friends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cards sent out to friends can be the most fun to write. If you\u2019re wondering how to write a Christmas card to a close friend, include a fun message or something that\u2019s tailored specifically to them. If you\u2019re sending cards to colleagues or acquaintances, you can keep your message more generic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>May your holiday be joyful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joy and peace to you and yours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peace in your world. Love in your home. Joy in your heart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wishing you a happy &amp; healthy holiday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wishing you a holiday that&#8217;s merry and bright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May the season bring you the music of laughter &amp; the warmth of friendship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joy to you and yours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img width=\"603\" height=\"604\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_603,h_604,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046579\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"Peace on Earth Christmas Card\" class=\"wp-post-6355 wp-image-16328\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:415px;height:auto\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1698046579\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_603,h_604,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046579\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079.png?_i=AA 603w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_448,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046579\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079.png?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_248,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046579\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.44.38_4380dd079.png?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 603px) 100vw, 603px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Source: Family Christmas Card design by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/99designs.com\/profiles\/3505079\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sam2021<\/a>&nbsp;via 99designs by Vista<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img width=\"526\" height=\"525\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_526,h_525,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1697786747\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-post-6355 wp-image-16330\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1697786747\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_526,h_525,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1697786747\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31.png?_i=AA 526w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_447,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1697786747\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31.png?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_247,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1697786747\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-02-at-14.55.31.png?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 526px) 100vw, 526px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Source: Happy Holiday card by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/99designs.com\/profiles\/nidyasitumorang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sonagi<\/a>&nbsp;via 99designs by Vista<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Funny Christmas card messages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make someone smile the moment they open your holiday card? Include a funny Christmas message that\u2019s lighthearted, personal and sure to elicit a chuckle. Here are some ideas to inspire your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/holiday\/christmas-cards\/templates\/fun-whimsical-style\">funny holiday card<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Merry Christmas! I hope Santa left you some wine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merry Christmas! I hope Santa brings you a new puppy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat, drink and be merry!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The holidays are a time to cherish what&#8217;s important &#8211; friends, family and Christmas cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Christmas is the season when you buy this year&#8217;s gifts with next year&#8217;s money.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We tried our best.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting this picture was a Christmas miracle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dear Santa: We can explain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sorry we dropped the ball this Christmas. Happy New Year!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img width=\"808\" height=\"520\" data-public-id=\"ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0.png\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_808,h_520,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046532\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"Business holiday card message\" class=\"wp-post-6355 wp-image-16324\" style=\"width:606px;height:390px\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1698046532\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_808,h_520,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046532\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0.png?_i=AA 808w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_648,h_417,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046532\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0.png?_i=AA 648w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_448,h_288,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046532\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0.png?_i=AA 448w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_248,h_159,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1698046532\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0\/Screen-Shot-2021-12-19-at-4.10.11-PM-e1639948304475_44226f0c0.png?_i=AA 248w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 808px) 100vw, 808px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source: Business Christmas card by&nbsp;Brierly<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holiday card messages for pet parents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If someone on your holiday card mailing list is a proud parent to a cat or dog (or any other animal!), add a note that nods to their furry friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Santa Claws is coming to town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Happy Pawlidays!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meowy Christmas!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merry Woofmas!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May your days be furry &amp; bright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Happy Mew Year!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bark Humbug!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cold noses, warm wishes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peace, love &amp; belly rubs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unleash the joy of the season!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May your days be meowy and bright<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We \u201cWoof\u201d You a Merry Christmas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barkin&#8217; around the Christmas tree<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vistaprint-creative-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto\/content-marketing\/article-images\/CMT-1549-HolidayCards-Tile002_en-us.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holiday card wishes for the New Year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you were a little late sending out holiday cards this year\u2026but not to worry! Include a message about the New Year and no one will be the wiser. Here are some to give you some inspiration for your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/holiday\/christmas-cards\/templates\/new-year-greeting\">New Year cards<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Love, cheer and happy New Year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wishing you a New Year filled with peace and love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May your New Year be filled with cheer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cheers to the New Year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Milestone holiday card messages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot can happen in a year. And if you celebrated a major milestone this year, share it with your loved ones with a holiday card message. Whether you welcomed a new addition to your family or moved to a new city, here are some sample messages to inspire you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Married Christmas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merry &amp; Married<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Married &amp; Bright<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warm holiday wishes from the future Mr. &amp; Mrs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merry, bright &amp; engaged!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Even more to be grateful for this year! Warmest wishes from our growing family to yours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Santa came early! Happy holidays from our newest addition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The more the merrier! Baby&#8217;s first Christmas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s a new name on the nice list!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A new home for the holidays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s &#8216;snow&#8217; place like (our new) home!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oh, what a year!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vistaprint-creative-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto\/content-marketing\/article-images\/CMT-1549-HolidayCards-Tile003_en-us.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need more ideas?&nbsp;<\/strong>Check out these&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistaprint.com\/hub\/merry-christmas-wishes-and-greetings\">Christmas wishes and greetings for every situation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to sign Christmas cards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve made sure your message is free of&nbsp;spelling and grammar errors, sign off with an appropriate closing. Here are a few sign-off phrases you can use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wishing you joy,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Love always,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warmest wishes,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All our love,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With love,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thinking of you,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peace and joy,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Love always,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay cozy,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<section style=\"background-color: #FFFFFF\" class=\"section section-vp-custom-design-cta-block\">\n    <div class=\"vp-custom-design-cta-block swan swan-custom-cta-block px-6 swan-py-4 section__container\" role=\"alert\">\n        <div class=\"swan-px-8 swan-py-3 swan-display-flex span-justify-center\">\n            <div class=\"swan-mr-4\">\n                <div class=\"swan-text-x3large swan-text-black swan-font-secondary swan-mb-5\">\n                    Looking for custom card designs?                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"swan-text-black swan-text-xm1 text-description\">\n                    Get a professional designer who can create a card designs to match your holiday message                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"vp-custom-design-cta-block-button\">\n                    \n<a href=\"https:\/\/vistaprint.com\/design\"\n   title=\"Tell me more\"\n   target=\"\"\n   class=\"swan-button swan-button-skin-primary\"\n    data-tracking-event=\"Navigation Clicked\" data-tracking-event-detail=\"\/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6355;https:\/\/vistaprint.com\/design;Content:Text Link;Tell me more\" data-tracking-navigation-detail=\"Tell me more\">\n    Tell me more<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s nearly that time of year again\u2026 we\u2019ll soon be decking the halls, wrapping presents and celebrating with loved ones. 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