It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are a time for sharing - whether that’s sharing joy, gifts, or a mug of mulled wine (or two!). Of course, we believe there are few better ways to share a little love than by the age-old tradition of sending a gorgeous and heartfelt greeting card. Our beautiful new 2024 collection of Christmas cards has just launched, giving you lots of magical and unique designs to choose from - but we know many of you still wonder what to write in a Christmas card.
Our Christmas cards are blank inside, giving you lots of space and opportunity to handwrite your personal season’s greetings. But if writer’s block hits, don’t panic – we are here to help with this holiday card writing guide.
The first thing to do is to match your message to the relationship you have with the recipient. What works for your partner will probably not go over quite as well with your second cousin! Let your words help show how important the person is to you, and remember, the act of sending a card is itself a sign of love and affection, so you are already gifting something wonderful this holiday season, no matter what you end up writing in your Christmas card.
Before you start writing, take a moment to consider the recipient of your Christmas card. Are they a close friend, a family member, a colleague, or a neighbour? Tailoring your message to the relationship you share with the recipient can make your words more meaningful.
You can also match your message to the vibe of your chosen holiday card illustration. If the card features a more traditional festive image - think Christmas trees, fireplaces and snowy scenes - then it’s a lovely thought to match that with sincere, classic and traditional season’s greetings. Christmas cards with traditional festive imagery are perfect for colleagues and neighbours.
- Wishing you and all your loved ones a very Merry Christmas!
- Sending joy and festive wishes from our family to yours this Christmas
- Wishing you all the best this holiday season
- May your Christmas be full of cheer and may your year ahead bring even more joy
- Have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year
- Happy Holidays from all of us
- Seasons greetings & happy holidays
- Eat. Drink. Be Merry. Have a very happy Christmas
If you find yourself travelling home for the holidays, choose the Driving Home Christmas Card, and your message could reveal your excitement at the prospect of seeing your family or friends.
- I've been looking forward to our festive catch up all year!
- Can't wait to spend Christmas with you all, we'll be on our way soon. Can't wait to give you a big festive hug!
- Excited to see you and hear all about your year, merry Christmas!
- So happy to be spending Christmas with you, I've missed you all year!
- We'll soon be on our way, looking forward to spending Christmas with you.
- We're ready for an amazing Christmas together again, be there soon!
Sending a card to someone in another country? All our holiday cards are blank inside giving you plenty of space to share all the joyful news from your year. Send your love speeding across the miles - if you're sending a card across the world don't forget to leave plenty of time for your card to arrive. Last post dates for delivery before Christmas start early December.
- Sending festive wishes across the miles! Merry Christmas!
- Even though you're far away you're always in our hearts at Christmas time, missing you always.
- Even though we can't hug in person, there's a festive hug inside this card for you.
- Missing you this Christmas!
- Happy Holiday! Give each other an extra squeeze for me!
If you have opted for a more playful design, like our Cowboy Boots Christmas Card, then you might not want to stick to a traditional greeting. Instead, why not stay on theme and write a funny and silly message in your Christmas greeting card.
- Have a rootin’ tootin’ Christmas, partner!
- Yee-Haw get your dancing boots on we're going out for Christmas drinks!
- Get ready for a hoedown, these boots are made for dancing!
- Turn off the carols and pump up the jams, this Christmas we're going to party!
- No more workin' 9 to 5, it's time for bootscootin!
When you're writing a Christmas card message for a friend you can make your Christmas card message more personal by including specific details or memories that are meaningful to you and them. Whether it's a shared joke, a special moment, or a fond memory, adding a personal touch can make your message more heartfelt. Maybe you could write about your favourite memory you've made together this year or let your friend know how much their friendship means to you.
We all know at least one fan of rude Christmas greeting cards, and we have you covered for that brother or uncle with our Fuck Yeah it's Christmas card. Here, an inside joke can work wonders - as does a movie reference, or encouraging naughty behaviour. Choose a sweary card for your uncle, cheeky cousin or a mate that loves to curse.
- Have yourself a sweary little Christmas
- Merry Christmas ya filthy animal
- Happy Fucking Holidays
- Crack open a cold one with the boys, it's Christmas!
- Wishing you lots of gravy, potatoes, and crisps on this special day
For that absolute diva in your life, the life of the party, celebrate their vibrant energy by sending our Tinsel Tits Christmas Card with a message that lets them know that they sparkle just as brightly as the 1,000 multi-setting, flashing LEDs that you somehow managed to cram onto your Christmas tree this year. You could even consider writing your message in a metallic gel pen!
- Keep sleigh-ing!
- Merry Christmas to the most fabulous, outlandish woman I know. Never change!
- Lucky for you Santa is my BFF, hope you love your gift!
- Girl you're definitely on Santa's naughty list!
- Hoe, Hoe, Hoe!
- Let's have a kiki and let the girls out for Christmas
Sometimes though, we just want to send a little bit of comfort. The festive period can be when we miss our loved ones most. Whether you or they are facing illness, a loss of someone special, or simply feeling lonely at this time of year, you can pass on a great deal of support with a heartfelt message. If you make it personal, we are sure that you can bring a smile to any friend or family member’s face! We suggest something traditional like our Reindeer Christmas Card for these kinds of softer messages.
- I'm here for you this Christmas.
- Our hearts are with you this Christmas and all through the year.
- I know this year has been hard, but you are so tough and I admire your strength. May next year bring hope and joy for you.
- Sending you lots of love and support this holiday season
- May the love shared in the holidays bring you joy in these tough times
Take the time to show your gratitude for your friends and family this Christmas. When you're writing your Christmas card messages it's the perfect opportunity to thank someone for their support, kindness and friendship. To really celebrate someone you could choose one of our luxury Christmas cards with their sparkling gold details and unique wavy edges.
- I'm so grateful to have a friend like you
- Thank you for everything you've done for me this year, love you lots!
- Just wanted to say I appreciate everything you do. Merry Christmas.
- I hope you get absolutely spoiled this Christmas, you deserve it!
- You've done so much this year, take the time to really enjoy your break.
When considering what to write in a Christmas card for partner, you can rely on your close personal relationship with them to be as cheeky, flirty, or romantic as you want - or keep things simple and let the card do the talking!
- Merry Christmas. I am your gift!
- Happy Christmas. Hope you love the present you picked and asked me to buy for you!
- All I want for Christmas is you!
- Thanks for making the roast again this year, love you!
- I know you've made the naughty list this year...
End your Christmas card message with a warm and genuine sign-off. Whether you choose to sign with "Warmest wishes," "With love," or "Merry Christmas," your closing words will leave a lasting impression on the recipient.
If you’re still wondering what to write in a Christmas card, don’t overthink it! The thing about sending a Christmas greeting card is that the act itself is a sign of love, so, you really can’t go wrong, even if you simply write “Merry Christmas!”. All of our cards have been thoughtfully designed to make all recipients feel valued and appreciated. And remember: Christmas isn’t just a season, it’s a feeling - so spread it around and enjoy writing your Christmas wishes. Happy writing!