"It’s early November, and you know what that means—it’s time to order your holiday cards (or at least start the process!). But where are the best places to order your holiday cards, you ask? We did all the leg work for you. Whether you’re looking for photo greeting cards, custom holiday cards, or just an easy-to-use pack of ready-made cards, it’s very easy to order holiday cards online. Plus, so many online shops are offering early November deals. If you miss a sale, don’t worry. Most of these sites will be posting new sales all throughout the rest of the year.
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From funny to whimsical, modern to classic, premium paper to eco-friendly e-greetings, plus, something for every holiday, below we’ve listed the best places to buy holiday cards this season.
1. Minted
Minted is our go-to for fresh and fun cards for every occasion. They support artists around the world by working as a “marketplace for independent artists.” So when you shop Minted, you’re actually supporting small businesses throughout the globe. Not to mention their designs are some of the most modern and chic out there, with quality paper stocks, creative details like foil-pressed cards or die-cut elements. Plus, they offer free address printing, saving you that step! Minted is also known for its holiday sales, so shop early.
Be sure to send your holiday message in style with a chic and modern card this season.
several color combinations available
Take a more vintage route this year with a beautiful postcard-style option like this.
6 colors available
2. Shutterfly
Shutterfly is a stand-by when it comes to photo holiday cards. They make it quite easy to create custom cards that showcase your family’s personality and they tend to bring back some of the most popular styles year after year. We love that many of the cards can be personalized to say “Christmas,” “Holidays,” or “New Years.” Plus, pre-printed addressing is available on most envelopes to save you time this season. Look out for sales and you can score this year’s cards for up to 50% off if you time it right.
We love the retro look and color scheme (which are also customizable) of this card and know a photo of your family on it would make it look that much better.
Share your Hanukkah wishes with this beautiful watercolor card featuring festive blue hues.
This card is fun, festive, and bright. Perfect for spreading holiday cheer.
custom colors available!
Keep things beautifully classic with a touch of personality with this 'handwritten' card in a timeless design that looks like a framed photo.
3. Etsy
Our favorite marketplace to support small business owners, Etsy, not only has photo card options, but tons of bulk card options for those who just are not in the mood to sit for one more photo session this year. We’ve found everything from classic pop culture cards to nostalgic items (like quotes from your favorite holiday movies) and tons of non-denominational cards celebrating the end of the year. Of course, there are also tons of personalized options to choose from with both photo cards and custom family illustrations. We love to shop Etsy, but it’s another one to shop early as items can go pretty fast.
We love the next-level personalization of a custom family illustration! Be sure to get your orders in early before commissions close.
Everything doesn't have to be so serious—show everyone you're in your holiday era with this Taylor Swift Christmas card.
The queen of Christmas, Mariah Carey, has come out of hibernation once again. Celebrate the reason for the season with this very special card.
No better feeling that cuddling up by the fire and watching your favorite Christmas movies.
4. Artifact Uprising
We love Artifact Uprising for its minimal, sleek designs that don’t skimp on emotion. As a company focused on capturing meaningful memories in the form of printed gifts, their cards help spotlight the beautiful photo you plan to share with family and friends.
The more the merrier with this card as you can share all the joy and beautiful memories from the past year.
We love the unique design of this geometric holiday card.
Be sure to send your well wishes to all your loved ones this year with some classic holiday cheer.
customizable greeting
5. Paper Source
Paper Source is a company known for their invitations and creative gifts, so of course they have plenty of options for photo cards, holiday cards, Happy New Year cards, and more. Choose from traditional photo cards or holiday card sets. Plus, Paper Source can also be a go-to for holiday or New Year’s Eve party invites.
We can't get enough of the simple details on this card that leave your family the center of attention—exactly what you deserve!
An absolute perfect description of what we will all be doing this holiday season.
Make front page headlines with this adorably festive addition of the North Pole News starring your family of elves! Completely customizable with news from your year-in-review.
6. Paper Culture
Paper Culture allows you to gift back to the world with your holiday card order. How? All their cards are made with recycled paper and they plant a tree for every order! Paper Culture was even named a Top 10 Climate Leader by the EPA and is certified as a Green Business. But their benefits don’t stop there—they also offer free address printing and can mail your cards for you (at an additional cost, but could be worth the time you save!).
Nothing screams the holidays more than snow dusted pine trees!
Spread the Christmas cheer with sharing all your favorite family photos in this classic design.
This card just gets it! And so will all of the people in your life who will get a good laugh from this totally relatable card.
It doesn't get much cuter than a postcard-style holiday card like this one.
7. Green Envelope
Want to be even more eco-friendly? Consider sending high-quality holiday e-greetings from Green Envelope. From the classic and chic to the cheeky and fun, Green Envelope has plenty of photo cards or unique designs to choose from.
We can't get over how adorable this holiday card is. If something minimal with hints of nature is your style, consider this option from Green Envelope.
Show off your fun, colorful, and merry spirit this holiday season with the perfect card.
Brett Nicole Hayden, Assistant Editor
As the Assistant Editor, Brett works with the editors of The Everymom on the content creation process by updating stories, sourcing images and graphics, and pitching and contributing her own articles. Her favorite topics to write about are culture, relationships, and living. She’s also The Everymom’s resident baby names and family movies expert!