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The Best Custom Christmas Cards I Tested in 2024

There’s a seasonal magic that happens when Christmas cards start arriving in the mail. A feeling of anticipation bubbles up as you open the mailbox to see if any bright red or crisp white envelopes await.

Experts Say

“Even in today’s modern world, with instant communication at the touch of a button, there is still something so special about receiving a holiday card in the mail”, says etiquette expert Jodi Smith. “Knowing that someone took the time to think about you and send greetings from afar…it’s like a little hug in an envelope.”

Whether you prefer classic cards, photo cards, or even funny cards, we found the best options from top brands like Shutterfly, Minted, Zazzle, Papier, Artifact Uprising, and Rifle Paper Co.

We checked our list twice, and everything is postmarked and ready to deliver — ahead, the best custom Christmas cards of 2024.

Ordering cards from Artifact Uprising proved to be a seamless process from start to finish. Perusing the various categories of cards, I was dazzled with choice but settled on a minimalist, handwritten-style graphic with a single bold photo on the front and two smaller images on the back.                                                                                                    It was so simple to upload my selected photos to the card template, and there were options to choose the card orientation, printing style (with or without foil accents), paper type, and envelope color. I bought my batch of cards with expedited shipping, and it arrived three business days after I hit “place order.”                                                                         The quality was immaculate: The cardstock is thick and durable with a gorgeous pearlescent finish. Every card was flawless, and the beige envelopes add such a nice touch of sophistication. Though a little pricey, these cards are well worth the cost.               Paper Type: Thick cardstock with a pearlized sheen | Finish: Matte | # of Cards Ordered: 40 | Shipping: Standard (5–8 business days), Economy (4–6 business days), Expedited (2 business days), and Rush (1 business day); no expedited international shipping                                                                                                          Camera Ready!                                                                                        For my Christmas card photoshoot, I used small business SHOOTT, which has locations in more than 60 cities across the U.S. The best part? The shoot is completely free — you only pay for the photos you end up choosing once the gallery posts. It was so easy to set up my appointment, my photographer, Ramuel, was a delight (and so patient with my stubborn pup), and the photos were exactly what I’d hoped for. Two of our other editors have also used Shoott (in Hawai’i and Atlanta) and equally enjoyed their experiences and the resulting photos.                                                                                                          Known for its chic paper goods — I rely on their yearly planners — Papier delivers the same high quality in its Christmas cards. With options for both photo cards and artistic cards, there’s something for everyone. I opted for the creative card template that’s laid out like a “Year in Review” snapshot. This fun template let me put so much information in one card in a truly unique way.                                                                                                    You can choose flat or folded cards, with package bundles ranging from 10 to 1,000 cards. The personalization process was user-friendly (even tech-challenged folks can figure it out). I ordered these cards with standard shipping, and they arrived just six days later. The card quality was stellar: thick cardstock, a sleek matte finish, and crisp, clear picture. And the value is unmatched — I was able to order 30 cards for just $50 compared to other brands that offered fewer cards at higher prices.                                                                 Paper Type: Thick cardstock | Finish: Matte | # of Cards Ordered: 30 | Shipping: Economy shipping (7 business days after dispatch), Standard (3 business days after dispatch), Priority (2 business days after dispatch), Overnight (1 business day after dispatch)                                                                                                                 Experts Say                                                                                         “Some best practices with selecting the type of card is to allow the card to reflect your personality or your family’s personality. If you look at it from that perspective, you can have a lot of fun picking out different types of cards, and sharing the same holiday cheer.”Elaine Swann, etiquette expert       Source link
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