Christmas Cards
Find the best Christmas cards ideas and inspiration with Shutterfly. We’ve rounded up our all-time favorite funny Christmas card ideas and Christmas card photo ideas, plus easy-to-follow instructions and tutorials for each. These DIY Christmas cards are so simple to make, loads of fun to share with friends and family along with DIY Christmas gifts, and take very little time to throw together.
Whether you’re looking for Christmas cards where you can add your family photos or Christmas cards with text only, Shutterfly has you covered. Design classic Christmas cards or options that are more modern, include elegant foiled lettering and stylish designs. If you want to take your cards up a notch, opt for corresponding, Christmas address labels that will look great on your envelopes. This year when you send your season’s greetings you can make your loved ones smile with beautiful Christmas cards! For the best promo codes on Christmas cards, check out our Special Offers page.
Shutterfly has everything you need to turn your favorite memories into stunning Christmas cards. To get started, choose your Christmas card design and upload your photos to send a festive greeting to friends and family members. From religious Christmas cards to one-of-a-kind watercolor holiday cards, Shutterfly has a vast collection of styles. Whether you want to make a festive card decorated with snowflakes or mistletoe, or you choose to create a greeting that’s modern and sleek, you can make Christmas cards that are perfect for you and your family. For a high-quality look and feel, choose from our luxe cardstock options so your Merry Christmas greeting can live on as a special keepsake. You can even create foil-stamped, personalized foil, or glitter Christmas cards to make them pop. Browse our Christmas card ideas below to starting creating yours today.

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Discover the top Christmas card trends for 2026, from bold colors and minimalist designs to premium finishes and multi-photo layouts. 5 min read

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Learn why people still send holiday and Christmas cards. Discover 10 meaningful reasons to share photos, celebrate milestones, and stay connected. 5 min read

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Avoid common Christmas card mistakes before you order. Learn how to choose photos, proofread, personalize, and mail your holiday cards on time. 5 min read

Shutterfly Christmas Card FAQs: Everything You Need to Know
Find answers to common questions about Shutterfly Christmas cards, from designing and customizing your cards to paper types, foil, envelopes, pricing, shipping, and more. 4 min read

