Easy Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer with Christmas Cards

I love to spread holiday cheer. For me, it’s all about that Christmas spirit.

And there’s no easier way to do so than with Christmas cards.

But I can almost hear you moaning from the other side of the screen.

The thought of writing and sending Christmas cards might make you want to squirm in your seat.

I don’t want to add another thing to my holiday to-do list either, but trust me when I tell you, it’s not as hard as you think.

In fact, I’m going to share with you a few ways to make your Christmas card experience faster, easier and fun.

While this post has been sponsored by Basic Invite, the views and opinions are all my own. Please know that I only share products and resources that I love and trust, and which I believe will benefit you. See my full disclosure policy here. 

 

But before I jump in, let’s look at why Christmas cards.

The reason for the season

To begin with, sending Christmas cards is a great way to share the love of Christ.

For many, Christmas is just another holiday, but we as Christians get a chance to point others to Christ during this special time. Through a kind word of encouragement or show of appreciation we can remind our friends, neighbors and family members of the true reason for the season.

This very day in David’s town your Savior was born—Christ the Lord!” – Luke 2:11 GNT

 

Bringing friends together 

Sending Christmas cards is also a great way to nurture your friendships. 

If you’re thinking that no one sends Christmas cards any more, then you just found a good reason to do it. Imagine the delight when your friend receives a hand-written Christmas card from you. Finally, something in the mail that’s not a bill or an ad. You just made her trip to the mailbox worth every freezing minute.

 

Christmas Cards Made Simple

I reached out to the folks at Basic Invite because I recall how easy it was to get my personalized Christmas cards done with them. They’ve kindly sponsored this post so that you can experience their amazing customer service for yourself too.

As an island girl, I’m a bit partial to their tropical Christmas cards. Remember that family photo from your summer vacation when you finally got everyone looking at the camera? It will fit perfectly with this theme. Your friends will no doubt thank you for sending some sunshine and holiday cheer their way.

But if you haven’t heard about Basic Invite yet, here are a couple of things that make them stand out.

1) Find your favorite color

Basic Invite is one of the few websites that allows customers almost unlimited color options with instant previews online. Once you select a design you can change the color of each element on the card to over 180 different color options so you can make sure the card is exactly how you want it down to the littlest detail.

2) Try before you buy

This is my favorite feature! Not many websites allow customers the ability to order a printed sample of their actual invitation before purchasing but Basic Invite does. You can see exactly how your card will print as well as feel the paper quality before placing your final order.

3) Make an impressive first impression

Basic Invite is just as colorful with their envelopes as they are with their invitations and cards. Choose from over 40 different colors to make your card stand out even before it is opened. And I love that all their envelopes are peel and seal — no licking required.

4) It’s all about the bling

Okay, maybe not bling but definitely shine. Foil cards give that extra flair and here you can get your holiday cards in either gold, silver, or rose gold. Customers can choose flat or raised foil on all of Basic Invite’s foil designs.

So, how about those tips?

Fun and Simple Ways to Spread Some Holiday Cheer

Below are a few fun ways to get your Christmas cards out before Christmas this year. These tips will help you avoid the overwhelm, so that you too can enjoy some holiday cheer.

♥ Get a head-start

Start early and avoid the overwhelm. The longer you wait the more stressed you’ll feel and nobody wants that. Simply head over to Basic Invite to pick your favorite design while it’s on your mind.

Do you want a photo card this year? Or do you prefer a done-for-you design?

With a 5-day turn-around you’ll have your cards in no time. For once, you’ll be well ahead of the game to get them mailed before Christmas.

 

♥ Make your list

Take advantage of Basic Invite’s Address Capturing Service -which allows you to simply share a link on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or any other form of social media to request your friends and family’s addresses. The information will be stored in your account and can then be selected during the design process. Basic Invite offers recipient address printing at no cost on all Christmas card orders. How easy is that?

♥ Make it fun

Once you have your pre-addressed cards in hand, you’re pretty much done. It’s time for a celebration, of course! Get the kids excited and involved in mailing the cards. Make a big deal of taking a trip to the post office to send off your cards filled with holiday cheer. Then get a treat together to celebrate. You just sent your Christmas cards on time this year!

Save big with Basic Invite

Basic Invite offers a wide range of personalized cards. From baby shower, baptisms and birthdays to weddings, anniversaries and holidays.

Right now, Basic Invite is offering 15% site-wide when you use the code: 15FF51

And Christmas cards are 30% off with coupon code: HOLI30

This makes it a great time to also get your staff holiday party invitations and invitations for your Christmas party— other fun ways to spread the holiday cheer.

To grab the deals just be sure to follow the links and copy and paste the coupon codes above so there’s no error.

Psst…here’s an insider tip: While you’re there check out the cutest gift tag printables they offer on their site. They’re free!

How about you?

Have you made your Christmas card list and checked it twice? If not, take advantage of these tips and Basic Invite’s special offer to make your sharing of holiday cheer even easier.

If you enjoyed this post, would you be so kind and share it with a friend? I love to spread the holiday cheer and hope you do too!

Wishing you blessings,

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