{"id":2831,"date":"2016-12-02T10:06:16","date_gmt":"2016-12-02T10:06:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepencompany.live\/blog\/?p=2831"},"modified":"2023-12-21T11:38:59","modified_gmt":"2023-12-21T11:38:59","slug":"card-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepencompany.live\/blog\/seasonal\/christmas\/card-etiquette\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas card writing & etiquette tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

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We may live in a digital age, but Christmas cards are still very much alive and kicking, and what better way is there to share your festive well wishes with loved ones than in a beautiful handwritten card? Printed and personalised cards from the likes of Moonpig and similar are lovely, however nothing is as welcome as a card containing a well thought-out personal message to the recipient, written in the sender\u2019s own handwriting; it shows that time and thought has been put in, which reflects how much you value that person. Also, it is nice to see a loved one’s handwriting in an age where we don’t get that pleasure very often.<\/p>\n

Now is the perfect time to write and post your Christmas cards, so read through our tips below and get writing! If you have many cards to write, it is best to work through them with no distractions, so grab yourself a cup of tea, your favourite pens, and a book of stamps, and shut yourself away from the world for an hour or so. Christmas music in the background can be an inspirational touch, and help to\u00a0set the mood.<\/p>\n

Send a real card<\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t be tempted by an e-card, or even a printed \u2018personalised\u2019 card unless you have it sent to yourself first so you can then write inside it. You can\u2019t display an e-card on the mantelpiece, and handwriting makes all the difference to how a card is received.<\/p>\n

What to write in a\u00a0Christmas card<\/h2>\n

Christmas cards can feel as daunting as a blank canvas, but that needn\u2019t be the case; with some simple ideas, you will be sorted. What you write in each card will depend on your relationship with the person\/people. Wish them a happy Christmas, and personalise your message as much as possible. For example, if the recipient has a hobby they are keen on, mention that. If you know they\u2019re a \u2018crazy cat lady\u2019, and are proud of it, make sure you refer to that. These special little mentions make the reader feel loved. An example could be:<\/p>\n

\u201cMerry Christmas, Anna! Wishing you a magical time. May your new year involve the petting of hundreds of cats! Love from, Lucy xxx\u201d<\/p>\n

Another example could be:<\/p>\n

\u201cWishing you all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Let\u2019s meet up for a meal at that Chinese restaurant you love in January \u2013 it would be lovely to catch up. From Lucy and Stuart x\u201d<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t feel you have to write a lot \u2013 less can be more. Don\u2019t be tempted to write a round robin: keep it concise! Sign your cards off in whichever way you feel comfortable, depending on your relationship with the recipient. \u201cBest wishes\u201d is a good option for more distant friends or acquaintances.<\/p>\n

How to address a Christmas card envelope<\/h2>\n
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The etiquette of how to address a Christmas card envelope can become confusing when friends and loved ones get married, have kids, get divorced, co-habit, become widowed, and so on. Follow the tips below to get through the etiquette minefield unscathed!<\/p>\n