28+ Free Printable Christmas Cards (+ Exactly What to Write in Them)
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Sending holiday cards to friends and family is often forgotten about but they’re so much fun! These printable Christmas cards are a fun and festive way to show you care and wish everyone a happy holiday. Plus, guess what? They’re free and so many to choose from. Happy Holidays!
I first discovered the magic of printable Christmas cards when my daughter was born. She was born Christmas week, and although we delayed all Christmas plans, we still wanted to celebrate! I had smartly done all my Christmas shopping beforehand, but totally forgot about the Christmas cards to go with it! Oops.
In reality, no one would have cared if I had a card—a newborn is a pretty solid excuse! But, I had a few people I wanted to give one to along with a gift, so off to google I went!
I was so shocked at how many amazing free printable Christmas cards were available out there. From a traditional Merry Christmas to Winter Wonderland and everything in between, you can choose from a variety of cards.
This was a lifesaver and I was able to get all of my holiday cards out on time. You guys can too!
I’ve got tons of printable cards in this post below, and I even included what to write in a Christmas card too! Feel free to grab a card, print, and then steal one of my phrases from below.
Use the table of contents below to jump to the section that suits you best.
Free Printable Christmas Cards For This Holiday Season
My search on the internet was filled with all sorts of Free Printable Christmas Cards! You just need to look in the right spot to find the best ones. I’ve saved you the trouble of searching, by adding all the best right here.
Think of it as my little Christmas gift to you all 😊
These printable cards are all lovely, and I’m confident you’ll find the perfect fit for the people you are sending cards to!
Winter Wonderland Design
This adorable Christmas card can easily be printed out and dropped in the mail.
Cozy Cabin Card
This gorgeous rustic cabin is the epitome of holiday coziness. This is a good option for pretty much anyone on your list!
Merry Christmas Wreath Card
I love the classic style and look of this free printable Christmas card.
Cute Bunny Christmas Card
These playful bunnies are in a snow globe on this lovely card. Easily print it out and send it to your favorite people.
Free Colorful Christmas Card Set
If you are a fan of color (and don’t mind using the printer ink) these cards are sure to stand out!
Harry Potter-Inspired Printables
Any other Potterheads out there? If so, you’ll totally make their day by using these cards—just don’t waste one on muggles. 😉
Vintage Tree Card
This card is cute enough to print out and hang on your wall! I love the color and style, and so will whoever you send it too.
Making Spirits Bright Printable
I LOVE this cheeky card and definitely have a few friends in mind that it’s perfect for!
Watercolor Printable Card
Here you’ll find a lovely variety of three different printable holiday cards to choose from. They are so cute!
Chalkboard Black and White Design
This farmhouse-style Christmas card is classy and stylish. Perfect for celebrating the holidays and the people you care about.
Sweet Christmas Sweater Card
This beautiful Christmas card is elegant and stylish. Gift it to your friends for a sure hit.
Free Printable Funny Christmas Cards
As much as I love a cute Christmas card, the funny ones are always the ones who stick out and I tend to remember the most. Want some cards that will make everyone laugh? Take a look – You’ll definitely get a good chuckle out of these!
Meowy Christmas
If you have some cat lovers in your life, this free printable Christmas card is just what you’ve been looking for.
Christmas Joke Cards
I think these speak for themselves! These hilarious jokes are the perfect addition to any of the printable Christmas cards you are sending. Happy Home Fairy did a lovely job creating them!
Silly Dachshund Christmas Card
What could be more playful and fun than these hilarious dachshund Christmas cards? Print your own for all your friends, and they will get a kick out of them.
Funny Elf Shoes Card
What’s funnier than a couple of elf feet in some hilarious elf shoes? This card is sure to make everyone laugh when they open it!
Fa La La Llama Holiday Card
This little lama made me chuckle. This card is perfect for tweens and teens!
Personalized Christmas Cards
This is my favorite kind of holiday card! One of the best ways to spread Christmas cheer is by handing out cards that are personalized and special for each person.
I know it’s a lot of work and it’s time consuming, but trust me. It’s totally worth it! It will definitely stick out in a sea of holiday cards.
Rustic Holiday Card
You can add your own letter to friends and family, along with a photo, with this simple rustic printable Christmas card idea!
Custom Family Greeting
You can add your own last name to these stylish greeting cads. Plus, they can be easily printed off in time for the holidays.
Christmas Coloring Cards
I am obsessed with coloring pages, and I bet the people who receive this will be too. Let them enjoy coloring it on their own for some much-needed art therapy.
Family Photo Card
Personalize a card to your friends and family members. They will love how pretty it is and that you took the time to customize it.
Monogram Santa Claus Card
These Santa Claus printable cards are perfect for the holidays. They can be personalized with a monogram and look fabulous.
Christmas Family Photo Cards
Add a family photo or something else that’s meaningful to these gorgeous cards. They are lovely for Christmas.
Free Printable Cards for Gift Cards
Shopping Gift Card Holders
These card holders are super cute and add a little something extra to an otherwise basic gift card.
Free Printable Gift Card Sleeves
This adorable printable sleeve is trendy enough to make anyone happy. There are different options for the type of gift you chose to make it feel a bit more personal, too.
Coffee Cup Gift Card Printable
If you’re giving a gift card to Starbucks, this would be the perfect custom card to go with it. It’s thoughtful and shows how much you appreciate the person.
Free Animated Christmas Cards
So, I know I said I was sharing a bunch of cards that were printable but we live in a time where a lot of things get sent via email! So, these next cards are not printable and you have to email them. But, I do have to say they are so fun because they dance and sing right on your friends’ s computer screens!
Carollers Card
This classic Christmas card is a delightful animated e-card to send to everyone when you are tight on time. You can easily send it out in an email at the last minute, and no one will be offended.
Playful Animated Santa Card
Santa’s Spot The Difference is an adorable animated card that is a blast! You can add a personalized message and then play a game afterward. Great for kids and adults.
Singing Pets Card
Singing Pets Card is perfect if you have a pet lover in your midst. It’s an adorable and playful alternative to a printed Christmas card – and totally free to send!
What To Write In A Christmas Card
Writing a special message in your Christmas card is almost as important as sending out the card itself. It’s a time for you to let the person know how special they are to and you’ve been thinking of them. It always feels good to open the mailbox and have something sweet instead of more bills around this time of year!
If you are facing some major writer’s block, don’t worry, I’m here to help! Here are a few things to think about when you are thinking of what to write:
- What are the reasons why you are sending this person a card? Is it personal, professional, or some other reason?
- Has the individual been dealing with difficult times, and you want to lift them up?
- Is this person a long-time friend or family member you want to make smile?
- Has it been a while since you’ve seen each other?
- How much do you miss this person?
I would usually think about these and just write down what I was feeling. Even if you’re miles away, people can feel what you are feeling through your writing.
Easy Christmas Card Formula
When all else fails, write this:
Dear (recipient), merry Christmas! I’m thankful for you and our relationship—I hope you enjoy this gift! Love/From (you!).
Easy peasy. 😉
Christmas Card Sayings
Are you looking for a little more than a “Merry Christmas”?
You can easily put a few sayings on the cards and pick the best ones for the people you are sending the cards to. This way, you don’t have to put as much thought into it, and you can easily repeat the same message on several cards.
Take a look at these Christmas sayings and save yourself a headache!
- Merry Christmas From Our Family To Yours.
- To each of you, we wish you nothing but happiness and blessings for this holiday season.
- Sending you lots of Christmas cheer this year.
- May your Christmas be filled with love, cherished memories, happy thoughts, and warm blessings.
- We are wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
- Wishing you the gift of love, peace, and happiness this Christmas.
- There is no greater gift than the love of family and friends. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
- Thinking of you and sending you lots of Christmas love and cheer.
- We are so grateful you are in our lives! We hope you have a wonderfully Merry Christmas.
Last-Minute Gifts To Give With A Christmas Card
If you are like me, sometimes you need it all at the last minute—card, and gift too! Don’t worry, I’ve got a ton of options you can whip up in this post with 77+ DIY Christmas gift ideas!
For a truly quick and easy gift that pretty much anyone will love, I have two ideas that will take you less than 5 minutes to put together! Highly recommend this bath salt recipe or this sugar scrub.
If you don’t have time to DIY something, take a look at these ideas to add to your printable Christmas cards:
- Gift Cards to their favorite store.
- Gift Services such as family photos, massage, house cleaning, or anything else they may like.
- Movie theater tickets.
- Voucher for free babysitting (always a win!) or dog walking.
If you are looking for something a little more personalized, check out this ultimate guide I put together for buying last-minute Christmas gifts!
Where to Print Free Christmas Cards
When you find the cards you want to send, download them to your computer and print them at home for free on your printer!
If you don’t have one, or you want to save on ink, you can use a service like Office Max or Staples. Always try to support local print shops if you can!
These free printable Christmas cards are so unique that they will surely stand out. I hope this list gave you some ideas and inspiration for your holiday card this season!
More Holiday Ideas
As you prepare for the upcoming holiday season, here are some more few more fun ideas to explore:
- 3 Easy Christmas Treats for Kids
- Kids’ Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Ornament
- The Best Christmas Gifts for Neighbors
Tania Griffis is an accomplished writer, blogger, and interior designer with a Journalism degree from the University of Oklahoma. She started her popular blog, Run to Radiance, in 2011, demonstrating her design expertise through the personal remodeling of six houses to millions of readers across the globe.
Tania also owns The Creative Wheelhouse, a respected ghostwriting agency for bloggers, further showcasing her talent for creating engaging and informative content.
