Archive for the 'Christmas Cards' Category

Vintage greetings cards

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

Christmas cards were established in the 1800s and ever since the tradition has become ever more ingrained into the Western celebration of Christmas.   Given that so many people send and receive cards, it does not come as too much of a surprise that there is a craze in collecting vintage samples.  These not only represent [...]

Shooting the Perfect Holiday Photo

Friday, September 24th, 2010

This year you have decided to send out a holiday photo card.  Not only will it keep the aunties and uncles happy but it will sit well on the mantle in the houses of your friends and family.  These are particularly popular if you are sending them to those you have not caught up with [...]

Hilarious Holidays

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010

Since the early 1800s holiday cards have come in all shapes, sizes and themes.  One genre of holiday card that is guaranteed to widen the smile on the recipients face is a humorous one. The holiday season is a time of offering loved ones and friends’ happiness and good will.  Why not add to this [...]

To whom do we send holiday cards?

Saturday, September 18th, 2010

People send cards at Christmastime for all sorts of reasons.  Some send them out of good practice because their mother taught them too, while others send them to friends and family who have supported them as a little thank-you.  Whatever your reason, sending a holiday card is bound to get appreciation. Think about taking time [...]

Recycling your Christmas cards

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

If you think I am about to give you a lecture in saving trees, I’m not.  Christmas cards are a solid tradition which will keep the printers alive even when computers have improved beyond imagination.  They offer a great deal of happiness to those people whom you care about.  However, it is sad that they [...]

Photo cards

Friday, September 10th, 2010

Christmas cards tend to look the same and other than the first few minutes of their life and a further minute when they are taken out of their envelope and read, they find themselves on the mantle or string with fifty other robin red breasts.  How about something a bit different this year? Adoring aunties, [...]

How to create your very own photo card

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

A photo card is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family however far away they may be!  With digital technology at your fingertips you can create a homemade Christmas card that radiates professionalism and personalisation in no time at all. Forget sticky tape and glitter; turn on your camera and start [...]

Christmas Card Quotes

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

Knowing what to write in a Christmas card can be difficult, particularly if you have made your own.  Some quotes are funny while others sentimental, loving, cheesy and then just plain generic. If you have gone to the trouble of having your cards printed or have made them yourself, you do not want the inside [...]

Tips on sending your Christmas wishes

Sunday, August 29th, 2010

Christmas is a time for spreading joy and happiness.  However, as tuneful and sentimental as this sentence sounds, the reality of getting Christmas cards arriving on time can be a little more stressful. Post offices are more than busy at Christmas time with it being the busiest time of year for businesses and families alike.  [...]

What to do with your Christmas cards when you are so popular?

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

Do you struggle to open your front door after the postman has been in the run up to Christmas?  Maybe it’s not quite that bad but still do you find that they are difficult to display in an attractive manner? String could be your answer.  How about hanging some string or yarn along one of [...]