Are you planning to send Christmas cards this year rather than gifts? You can add a personal touch to each card or make them more memorable by tucking in small surprises. Lightweight presents will save you postage bills and show your loved ones how much you care. For most Christmas card ideas that will be listed on this post, you only need to create one and make copies for all recipients. Keep reading.
Family Photos
Find professional photographs or create wallet prints with several pictures. Then choose which recipient gets which picture. Consider photos you’ve been taking with your family since January, and tuck the best into the Christmas cards. The recipient will enjoy seeing how your family has evolved through the months. You might also want to print family photos on the card to evoke a holiday mode. A photo of the recipient will also be a nice surprise if they have moved away. Help them bring back memories of places they used to frequent.
Event Ticket
Anyone would appreciate a ticket to an occasion they love. Let a friend know that you understand their interest by surprising them with a ticket tucked into a Christmas card. It can be a night out to a concert, movie, escape room, sporting event, live music, or play.
Recipes
People love cooking during Christmas as it is a great way to come together. If you know a friend’s favorite cuisine or drink, tuck a corresponding recipe that they’ll love to explore. Tell them why you picked that special recipe and add photos of the meals if you have some. Don’t hesitate to add any special memory that could go with the recipe. Maybe your favorite family recipe was handwritten by your grandma. You can copy it instead of typing.
Drawings
Let your children help you with drawings and duplicate them with a copier at home or office. Alternatively, draw directly on the Christmas cards for a unique touch.
Pressed Flowers
Flower art slipped into a card is another way to send positive energy during Christmas. The recipient will be happier if they get a favorite flower that has been dried and pressed into a form of art. Whether it’s a state flower or birth flower, let them understand why you chose it so it can constantly remind them about your relationship.
Christmas card giving is a wonderful tradition. When including small surprises, make sure they do not carry much weight that could cost you extra money for postage. You can even mix and match the above ideas or create unique ones.