Holiday Cards

Holiday Photo Cards for Every Style

Celebrate the season by sharing your favorite memories with personalized holiday cards. Shutterfly offers more than 1,000 holiday card templates, making it easy to find a style that fits your family, your holiday traditions, and your favorite photos. From classic designs to modern favorites, our customizable holiday photo cards help you send meaningful greetings to everyone on your list.

Easily Customize Your Holiday Cards

Shutterfly makes it easy to create holiday cards that feel personal from start to finish. Begin by choosing a holiday card design, then select from the available paper types 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 holiday cards with another photo, holiday message, or coordinating design.

Holiday Cards for Every Occasion

No matter how you celebrate, Shutterfly has holiday card designs for every tradition and milestone. Browse Christmas cards, Hanukkah cards, New Year's cards, and religious Christmas cards, or explore collections for business holiday cards, baby's first Christmas cards, pet holiday cards, and newlywed holiday cards. With hundreds of customizable designs, it's easy to find holiday cards that fit your celebration.

Premium Holiday Card Finishes

Create high-quality holiday cards with finishing touches that make every greeting feel extra special. Choose from five premium paper types to find the look and feel that's right for your holiday greetings. Select foil holiday card templates feature real foil, while others feature Shutterfly's signature no-mess glitter, giving your cards elegant shine and sparkle without leaving glitter behind.

Simplify Holiday Card Mailing

Complete your order with custom envelope options, personalized return address labels, and FREE recipient address printing on custom envelopes to save time during the busy holiday season. If you'd rather skip addressing and mailing altogether, Mail For Me lets Shutterfly address, stamp, and mail your holiday cards directly to your recipients, making it even easier to send personalized greetings to everyone on your list.

Holiday Card FAQs

What should I write in a holiday card?
The best holiday card messages can be warm, heartfelt, funny, or festive depending on who you're writing to. Thank loved ones for being part of your year, share your holiday wishes, or include a short family update before signing your name. If you need inspiration, explore our holiday card messages and wording ideas for every relationship and occasion.

When should I send holiday cards?
Most people mail holiday cards in late November or early December so they arrive before the holidays. 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 the best time to send holiday cards with our holiday card etiquette guide.

What paper types are available for holiday cards?
Shutterfly holiday cards are available in five premium paper types, including Standard Smooth, Signature Smooth, Pearl Shimmer, Luxe Double-Thick, and 100% Recycled cardstock. Holiday card paper options vary by template, making it easy to choose the finish that best matches your style and occasion.

What holiday card styles are available?
Shutterfly offers more than 1,000 holiday card templates, including traditional, festive, modern, minimalist, elegant, religious, colorful, and cozy plaid designs. Browse styles that complement everything from family portraits to pet photos and holiday snapshots.

Can I add recipient addresses to my holiday 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 holiday cards addressed, stamped, and mailed directly to your recipients.

What shipping options are available for holiday 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 cards arrive on time.

Celebrate the Season Beyond Custom Holiday Cards

Holiday cards are just the beginning of your holiday traditions. Turn your favorite memories into photo Christmas ornaments, preserve the year's biggest moments in photo books, or decorate your home with canvas prints. You can also create thoughtful personalized gifts, including photo mugs, photo blankets, and photo puzzles, to make the holidays even more memorable for family and friends.