Make Homemade Christmas Cards the New Old-Fashioned Way

Christmas is coming! The eggnog is back on the shelves, Jack Frost is back to his nipping, and Christmas music is back on the radio. And, for better or for worse, there's something else that's back: The Christmas card question. Americans everywhere are faced with the big decision of "to send or not to send," and there are a lot of strong opinions out there. Related: How to make free party invitations I grew up with homemade Christmas cards streaming in around the holidays, and my mom would hang them up or put them on the refrigerator to enjoy until the end of the season. And honestly, I liked them. It was fun to see the family pictures and read everyone's stories. Christmas cards became a part of my holiday experience. Uncle Owen lives for the yearly Christmas card, but it usually doesn't get to him until March. But with all the warm fuzzies that come from opening a festive Christmas card, there are some drawbacks: cost, clutter, and the time it takes to create traditional cards. My suggestion for this dilemma? Tap into the power of digital and print. This post will show you how to make free homemade Christmas cards for print and digital viewing. 1. Start with a Christmas card template Lucidpress has a collection of beautiful Christmas card templates made by professional designers, so you don't have to wonder how to make cards that look lovely. And you won't lose the personal touch either—all our templates are customizable. Here's a sneak peek: Try our snazzy Christmas party invitation templates when you've finished designing your cards. And don't forget the New Year card templates to send the old year out in style. 2. Go digital and homemade—at the same time As promised in the title, my proposalfor the ideal situation is the perfect blend between homemade Christmas cards and sleek digital documents. And with Lucidpress, you've got 3 ways to take advantage of this balance: GOOD After starting with a template in Lucidpress, you can make a beautiful Christmas card (complete with adorable family photo). When it's finished, click "Share" and send the link to family and friends. There's no cost to distribute digitally, and no trees will be harmed in the process. But wait, isn't that impersonal? Wouldn't I be pushing our society toward a cold, dark, dystopian future by just sending a digital card and calling it good? Should I watch Blade Runner this year instead of It's a Wonderful Life? Slow down there. The only thing that should be cold at Christmas is the snow, and part two of my strategy ensures that the warmth of Christmas cards isn't lost by going digital. The great thing about using Lucidpress is that you can distribute your homemade designs through both digital and traditional methods. BETTER Remember the file you just shared? Download it as a PDF and take it to the printer of your choice. Pick the paper style and voila! You have a good old-fashioned Christmas card. Digital publishing ensures that no one gets left off your list and frees you up to focus on the spirit of the holidays. But with this method, you can still add thoughtful touches to your printed cards before you send them off, like a handwritten note or a decorative bow. BEST Let us do all the work for you. Order prints and we'll ship them to your door. With our new Print & Ship service, it's easier than ever to bring your unique creations to life. Our high-quality prints make photos look vibrant and gorgeous, and it's far more personal than any store-bought card. Lucidpress lets you go digital and stay personal, with the best options of both worlds. And you'll save a bundle, because you can sign up for Lucidpress for free. Ready to solve your Christmas card woes? These free templates will help you get started.