Moonpig Issues Christmas card etiquette tips ahead of National Christmas Card Day

Long Christmas card list and not sure where to start? Well fear not because ahead of National Christmas Card Day on Friday 9th December, the card giving experts at Moonpig have collated a list of Christmas Card etiquette tips.

Whether you don’t quite know what to say in your card, or what type to select, Moonpig’s top tips will help ensure the nation sends the merriest of wishes to friends and family this holiday season – putting you firmly on the nice list this Christmas!

Reflect: Take time to write something your recipient will know is personal to them, perhaps you shared a special moment this past year and want to remind them of it. Doing so will help add that extra sparkle to their day when reading your card. For those looking to go the extra mile, you can even add a personalised picture to a selection of Moonpig Christmas cards to give it that extra sentimental touch.

The right amount of merry: Knowing how “into” the christmas spirit your recipient gets is key when selecting the style of your christmas card as you don’t want a brash bright red card being shoved to the back of their mantlepiece. To help you select the right card Moonpig has an array of filters from funny designs, to traditional & trending cards.

Send sustainably: While Christmas is THE time of year many welcome sparkly objects into their home, selecting cards with glitter and plastics usually means your card can’t be recycled. So choosing plain cards with an equally festive design can have the same festive effect and won’t be harmful for the planet either!

Timing is key: Getting ahead of the masses will ensure your recipient will feel truly special this Christmas, so aim to send a minimum of two weeks before the big day so that friends and family can get the most out of your festive greetings. And if you know you’re going to be busy during December – why not schedule to send your cards to land on their doorstep on exactly the day you want when sending via the Moonpig app.

Top Tip: Send your card earlier than normal this year to avoid the Royal Mail strikes taking place throughout December, to make sure your cards arrive on time!

Set the tone; The festive season can be a difficult time for many, so think about what message you want to send particularly when choosing cards with a pre-written message, as sometimes these one-size fits all generic messages can appear insensitive & impersonal. For instance, including a ‘thinking of you at this time of year’ message gently acknowledges you’re aware of the recipients feelings towards the festive season and that you’re there for them.

Personal touch: We know that writing Christmas cards can be a tiring affair, so why not use Moonpig’s hand-writing feature on the app which allows you to upload your hand-written note to the design without having to re-write it for every recipient! And for those not sure what to say, we’ve got a range of punny, funny and touching thought starters which you can check out

To celebrate National Christmas card day on Friday 9th December, Moonpig is giving shoppers the chance to enjoy 40% off all cards for twenty-four hours when shopping via the Moonpig app.

For more information on Moonpig’s Christmas card offering please visit : www.moonpig.com/uk/personalised-cards/christmas/ or you can check out our roundup of the newest designs for 2022!