Tips and Tricks for Making Your Holiday Greetings Stand Out

Do you want to make your holiday greetings stand out? Are you running out of ideas for unique holiday cards?

If you’re looking for more tips on how to add a personal touch to your handmade cards, then you’re in the right place! Here are some tips and tricks for creating custom Christmas cards with unique greetings that will leave a lasting impression.

How to Make Personalized Christmas Card Greetings

1. Craft the Perfect Holiday Card Message

The message you include in your holiday cards can make all the difference. Instead of sticking to generic phrases, take a moment to think about what you want to convey.

Consider using heartfelt and personalized messages that reflect your relationship with the recipient. Whether it's a funny anecdote, a cherished memory, or a heartfelt wish, make it meaningful and special.

Halftone Holidays Stamp and Die Set

If you want a unique greeting other than “Season’s Greetings” or “Merry Christmas” here are a few suggestions:

• Happy holiday wishes to you and yours!
• Believe in the magic of the season!
• Warmest wishes!
• May the season bring you joy!
• Wishing you joy this holiday season!
• Wishing you peace
• Celebrate the season
• Merry & Bright
• Have a holly jolly Christmas!
• Sending warm blessings
• Have a cozy winter!

2. Mix and Match Holiday Sentiment Stamps

When it comes to adding the perfect sentiment to your cards, our holiday sentiment stamps are a game-changer.

These stamps offer a wide range of beautifully designed sentiments that cater to various occasions, including holidays. From traditional greetings like “Merry Christmas" and "Happy Holidays," to modern and unique phrases, you'll find the perfect sentiment to express your holiday wishes. You can also use stamps to add decorative elements to your cards, such as snowflakes or holly leaves.

Here are a few of our fan-favorite holiday greeting stamps, dies, and more!

• Happy Holidays Stamp Set
• Christmas Season & Halftone Holidays Die Bundle
• Festive Tree Bundle
• Joyful Greetings Bundle
• Festive & Joyful Ensemble
• Dry Brush Poinsettia
• Warm Blessings Stamp Set
• Hello Winter Bundle
• Blessings Stamp Set

Tip! Combine small and big sentiments or block and cursive sentiments. This is a simple trick that will give you a fantastic result!

3. Alphabet Stamps for Personalized Touches

Want to add a personalized touch to your holiday cards? Alphabet stamps are your secret weapon. With these versatile stamps, you can spell out names, initials, or even create custom messages. Use them to monogram your cards or add a personal touch to the envelopes. 

Here’s a fun personalized Christmas card idea from Jaycee featuring one of our bestselling alphabet stamps. Unfortunately, this stamp set has been discontinued, but here are some of Jaycee’s favorites:

• Fine Alphabet Die Set
• Classic Alphabet Die Set
• Caps Bold Alphabet Die Set
• Inline Alpha Die Set

Alphabet stamps give you the freedom to get creative and make your holiday greetings truly one-of-a-kind. We have a variety of alphabet stamps to choose from, including block letters and script fonts. You can also mix and match different fonts to create a fun and playful look!

Check out Lydia’s unique card featuring fun holiday greetings made with alphabet stamps and dies and enamel dots! Watch the video tutorial below.

4. Embrace Unique Holiday Card Ideas

Don't be afraid to think outside the box when it comes to designing your personalized Christmas cards.

Get inspired by unique card ideas that will make your greetings stand out. Consider incorporating elements like handmade ornaments, interactive pop-ups, or even mini photo albums. 

Try Aga’s non-traditional holiday color palette to create a neutral holiday card.

Jenny’s festive cards with non-traditional holiday colors are so fun to look at!

Jaycee’s bold DIY Christmas cards utilized various elements and techniques that you won’t see in any regular card! Watch the video tutorial below.

5. Personalize Your Holiday Greeting Cards

One surefire way to make your custom Christmas cards memorable is to add a personal card message inside.

Are you stumped on what to write inside a Christmas card? Lucky for you, we’ve got a range of ready-to-use holiday card messages! Personalizing your Christmas cards adds an extra layer of warmth and connection, making your greetings feel truly special.

It goes without saying that the most important part of any holiday card is the message inside. Take some time to think about what you want to say to your loved ones this holiday season. Whether it's a heartfelt message of gratitude or a funny anecdote, make sure your message reflects your personality and the relationship you have with the recipient.

Find the Best Christmas Card Messages!

6. Choose a Theme

Start by choosing a theme for your holiday cards. Whether it's a winter wonderland, a cozy cabin, or a festive feast, having a theme will help you stay focused and create a cohesive look. You can also choose a color scheme to match your theme, which will make your cards even more visually appealing.

This DIY Christmas card by Emily creates a stunning scene with some winter ice skates! 

Here are some of the best Altenew stamps, dies, and stencils to help you create holiday-themed cards!

• Mid-Century Festivities
• Winter Wishes
• Wanderlust
• Birds of the Season
• Mini Delight: Creative Cookies
• Lovely Ornaments
• Dynamic Duo: Snowy Delight
• Cozy Winter Vibes

7. Add Shine and Texture

Adding shine and texture to your holiday cards is a great way to make them stand out.

You can use embossing powder to create raised designs, add glitter or sequins for some extra sparkle, or use hot foil plates for that gorgeous shine. Add some visual interest to your cards with patterned paper, glitter cardstock, or washi tapes!

We’ve handpicked a few products to help you add shine and texture to your custom Christmas cards!

• Holiday Greetings Bundle
• Versatile Greetings 2
• Jolly Ornaments
• Sweet Sentiments

Make Your Holiday Greetings Stand Out with These 7 Tips & Tricks!

Creating unique holiday cards is all about infusing them with your personal touch and creativity.

Craft heartfelt messages, explore sentiment stamps for the perfect greetings, utilize alphabet stamps for personalized touches, embrace unique DIY Christmas card ideas, and don't forget to add a personal touch. With these tips and tricks, your custom holiday cards will undoubtedly stand out and bring joy to those who receive them.

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