Custom Christmas Cards

myarn — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:06:14 +0000

Custom Christmas Cards That Are Sure To Be A Hit
Itâ€™s A Wrap

This is a very simple custom Christmas card idea because all it will cost you is making prints of your photo or if you have a good quality color printer, you can even do that step at home.
A few days before you plan on taking the photo, get cardboard boxes of various sizes, some big enough to fit your child or pet. Get some inexpensive but shiny gift-wrap and get the kids busy in wrapping the box. Add a bow and gift tag if you like. Instruct the young ones to sit inside the boxes so that their heads are only visible. This will appear like a cluster of Christmas gifts are awaiting to be opened. This can be such a simple way to get a custom Christmas card without having to pay extra for the

Surprise Them By Sending Custom Christmas Cards

Instead of the typical Christmas tree, Santa and candy cane card, surprise your loved ones by sending a picture from your summer vacation at the beach. It will be a custom Christmas card that will outshine the rest on the mantle because it will exude warmth that will be sorely missed during a white Christmas. No one will expect to see the sun, sand and bathing suits amidst red velvet dresses and mistletoe.

Start A New Tradition With Custom Christmas Cards

Start a new family tradition with custom Christmas cards such as a cookie recipe exchange. Insert your favorite cookie recipe on a festive note card with your holiday wish and ask the recipients to send their favorite recipes to you. The following year, do a dessert recipe exchange and so on until you have several years of Christmas memories in a family recipe book thanks to your custom Christmas cards. You could even do an exchange for Christmas decoration ideas and tips.

Many people do think of resorting to funny e-cards and mass emails because of a time crunch. While it may be better than sending nothing at all, try to avoid it as much as possible. A handwritten, mailed card is far better as it can be opened read pass around between many people. You need not wait to make your custom Christmas cards until December rolls around. Depending on the length of your holiday card list, you can start as early as you like enjoying the process, getting the family involved and making it a tradition you all cherish.