Favorite Holiday Tradition: Sending Holiday Cards

Where are my snail mail lovers at? 💌🐌

Every year, we send out holidays cards to friends, and family, as a way of welcoming in the new seasons festivities. This year, given our engagement, we doubled them as an engagement announcement for our loved ones , who do not have social media. This is a very sweet and cheap way of wishing people in your circle a very happy holiday season. I designed these in Canva using a template, and printed at Walgreens (who usually have 40-60% off cards this time of year). Each year our mailing list gets bigger as our friend group expands, we also send to online pen pals we’ve gained, and we even send internationally to our family overseas! I love sending and receiving mail so this is the perfect tradition for me (4 years strong!) is there anyone on here whose sending out cards? #christmastradition #holidaycards #snailmail #penpal #writing

2024/12/8 Edited to

... Read moreHoliday cards have become a beloved tradition for many, offering a personal touch that digital greetings can't replicate. This tradition not only strengthens connections with friends and family but also serves as a beautiful way to announce major life events, like engagements, during the festive season. In recent years, utilizing online design tools like Canva has made it easy to customize cards with personal messages and photos, making each card truly special. Many people take advantage of seasonal promotions from local print shops, resulting in affordable and stunning cards. Additionally, sending cards internationally is a thoughtful way to keep long-distance relationships alive, especially in the spirit of the holidays. Whether you're a longtime snail mail lover or new to this tradition, sending out holiday greetings can spark joy and strengthen bonds. As 2024 approaches, consider adding a personal touch to your holiday greetings, focusing on love, peace, and joy to spread festive cheer to your loved ones. Sharing this tradition can inspire others to revive the art of letter writing and deepen connections through meaningful gestures.

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