Christmas Cards

Photo Christmas Cards Are the Best Way to Celebrate the Season

From annual family photos to snapshots from everyday moments, Christmas cards are a special way to share a little piece of your year with the people you care about most. With more than 1,000 personalized Christmas card templates, Shutterfly makes it easy to find a design that reflects your family, your favorite photos, and your Christmas style. Premium printing, quality cardstock options, and thoughtful finishing touches help turn your favorite memories into holiday greetings you'll be proud to send.

Create Custom Christmas Cards in Minutes

Creating personalized Christmas cards is simple with Shutterfly's easy-to-use design tools. Begin by choosing a Christmas card template or uploading your own design, then select from the available paper types, card formats, and trim options before adding your favorite photos, names, custom text, fonts, and colors. Every card also includes FREE back-of-card customization, making it easy to create double-sided Christmas cards with another photo, a family update, a holiday letter, or a coordinating design. Plus, every order is backed by Shutterfly's 100% Happiness Guarantee, so you can order with confidence.

Custom Christmas Card Designs for Every Style

Shutterfly offers Christmas card templates for every style, from simple and modern to bright, festive, and fun. Browse designs with classic Christmas artwork, traditional holiday colors, elegant typography, seasonal illustrations, rustic details, and timeless motifs like wreaths, ornaments, holly, and snowflakes.

Your cards can also reflect what makes your family unique. Browse templates perfect for every family like religious Christmas cards, funny Christmas cards, baby’s first Christmas cards, pet Christmas cards, and more to celebrate the people, milestones, and memories that made your year special.

Christmas Card Paper Types, Finishes, and Printing Options

A favorite photo is only part of what makes a Christmas card feel special. Paper type, texture, and finishing details all help bring your design together. Choose from five paper types, including Standard Smooth, Signature Smooth, Pearl Shimmer, Luxe Double-Thick, and 100% Recycled cardstock. For an added festive touch, many designs are available with real foil or no-mess glitter, bringing a little extra shine to your holiday greetings.

How to Order, Address, and Mail Christmas Cards Online

From addressing envelopes to managing your mailing list, Shutterfly makes it easier to check Christmas cards off your holiday to-do list. Shutterfly offers coordinating envelopes, personalized return address labels, FREE recipient address printing on custom envelopes, and flexible shipping options to fit your schedule. Our free online address book makes it simple to collect and organize mailing addresses, and Mail for Me® can address, stamp, and mail your Christmas cards directly to your recipients, saving you valuable time during the busy holiday season.

Discover More Ways to Share Christmas Joy

Once your Christmas cards are on their way, carry your favorite holiday photos into personalized keepsakes you'll enjoy throughout the season and beyond. Create photo ornaments for the tree, preserve special memories in a photo book, or explore holiday cards and New Year's cards for other seasonal celebrations.

Christmas Card FAQs, Tips and Ordering Advice

What should I write in a Christmas card?
Start with a warm holiday greeting, then add a personal message, a favorite memory from the year, words of gratitude, or well wishes for the season and the year ahead. You can tailor your message for family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, or clients depending on your relationship. If you need inspiration, explore our collection of Christmas card wishes, greetings, and message ideas.

When should I send Christmas cards?
Most people mail Christmas cards in late November or early December so they arrive before the holiday. If you're sending cards internationally or ordering during the busiest time of the season, it's a good idea to order early. Learn more about when to send Christmas cards with our Christmas card etiquette and mailing guide.

What Christmas card paper options are available?
Shutterfly offers five Christmas card paper options: Standard Smooth, Signature Smooth, Pearl Shimmer, Luxe Double-Thick, and 100% Recycled cardstock. Available paper types vary by template, making it easy to choose the finish that best complements your design.

Can I add recipient addresses to my Christmas cards?
Yes. Shutterfly offers FREE recipient address printing on custom envelopes to help you save time while creating a polished, coordinated look. You can also use Mail for Me® to have your Christmas cards addressed, stamped, and mailed directly to your recipients.

Can I personalize the back of my Christmas cards?
Yes. Every Christmas card includes FREE back-of-card customization, giving you additional space for another photo, a family year in review update, a holiday message, or a coordinating design at no extra cost.

Can I add multiple photos to my Christmas cards?
Yes. Shutterfly offers Christmas card templates designed for everything from a single family portrait to multi-photo collages that showcase favorite moments from throughout the year. Popular Christmas card photos include family portraits, candid moments, children, pets, and milestone celebrations.

What Christmas card formats are available?
Shutterfly offers Christmas cards in flat, folded, gate fold, and tri-fold formats. Available formats vary by template, making it easy to choose the option that best fits your photos, message, and design.

What shipping options are available for Christmas cards?
Shutterfly offers multiple shipping options so you can choose the delivery speed that works best for your schedule. Estimated delivery dates are provided during checkout, and ordering early is recommended during the busy holiday season to help ensure your Christmas cards arrive on time.