40 DIY Christmas Cards That Are So Much Better Than Store-Bought Cards
These cute and unique homemade ideas will wow everyone when they open the envelope.
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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... which means it's time to start thinking about how you want to send out holiday greetings this year. If the idea of getting your family into matching sweaters and getting everyone to smile at the same time sounds like a nightmare, then maybe you want to skip the family Christmas card photo this year. However, that doesn't mean your cards have to be totally impersonal, especially if you have the time to make them yourself. In fact, these DIY Christmas card ideas may just inspire you to skip store-bought cards all together this Christmas.
With DIY Christmas cards, you can make them totally your own (and add in whatever heartfelt holiday messages you please). They also make for fun Christmas crafts to do with your kids if they want to make handmade holiday greetings for their teachers or classmates. And best of all, homemade Christmas cards save you money that you can spend on more Christmas decorations or holiday presents. Whether you're a crafting expert or the least artistic person you know, here are some homemade Christmas cards for kids and adults that everyone will proudly display in their Christmas card holders.
Stitched Christmas Card
Embroidery floss gives these easy cards a hand-stitched look that will leave your recipients so impressed.
Fingerprint Lights Christmas Card
Use your fingerprints (or your kid's fingerprints!) and some paint to create this fun card, which you can totally make your own.
Get the tutorial at The Joy Sharing.
Artistic Ornaments Christmas Card
All you need to put together this unique card are some blank watercolor cards, watercolor paints, art masking fluid, and a gel pen.
Get the tutorial at The Postman's Knock.
Paper Strips Christmas Tree Card
Have extra scrap paper and not sure what to do with it? Use it to make these clever Christmas tree cards.
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
Paper Cut Wreath Christmas Card
You can either use a cutting machine or an X-Acto blade to make these gorgeous cut-out cards, which can read "Happy Holidays" or "Peace," depending on the template you choose.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Pop-Up Snowman and Snowflakes Christmas Card
Your recipient will get a sweet treat when they open up this card to reveal a cute snowman and snowflakes.
Get the tutorial at Sweet Teal.
Triangle Christmas Tree Card
This triangle Christmas tree card is easy enough for your kid to make but still looks oh-so-professional.
Get the tutorial at Non-Toy Gifts.
Pop-Up Rudolph Christmas Card
Little ones will have a blast putting together this 3D reindeer card (especially if you provide them with buttons for decorating his antlers).
Get the tutorial at Red Ted Art.
String Art Christmas Tree Card
Yarn, beads, a large needle, and a piece of cardstock can help you make a gorgeous woven Christmas tree.
Get the tutorial at Hello, Wonderful.
Baker's Twine Christmas Card
With the help of some glue and baker's twine, you can send a message of "Joy" or "Peace" to your loved ones.
Get the tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage.
3D Paper Christmas Tree Card
While this 3D tree pops off the page, it still folds down completely flat so you can stick it in an envelope and send it to someone special.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Christmas Village Card
These Christmas village cards look so sophisticated (and they're so much easier to make than you'd think).
Get the tutorial at White House Crafts.
Paper Quilling Christmas Tree Card
This quilled Christmas card craft is fun for both kids and adults, and the end result is something your recipient will want to keep forever.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Craftsy Mom.
Tasteful Twist-Out Christmas Tree Card
If you like a card with contrast, calligraphy flourishes, and plenty of sparkle, then this is the craft for you.
Get the tutorial at The Postman's Knock.
Pom Pom Christmas Card
You can use pom poms to make a reindeer, a Christmas tree, or a wreath on the front of your Christmas card.
Get the tutorial at The Joy Sharing.
Pop-Up Merry Christmas Card
What could be more fun and festive than a Christmas tree pop up card?
Get the tutorial at Sweet Teal.
Paper Cut Christmas Card
You'll need a cutting machine to replicate this cool paper cut design, but the end result is worth the investment (especially if you're someone who likes to craft all year round!).
Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.
Elegant Paper Cut Christmas Card
Again, you'll need a cutting machine for this one (or an X-Acto blade and a steady hand), but just look how pretty!
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Gift Box Christmas Card
Cut out the square shapes from old papers to make gift boxes, and then decorate them with gems, buttons, and washi tape.
Get the tutorial at The Joy Sharing.
Pop-Up Gingerbread Man Christmas Card
This pop-up chain of gingerbread men is sure to make anyone smile when they open up their card.
Get the tutorial at Red Ted Art.
Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé.
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