🎄 Holiday Emojis to Add to Your Phone

Happy December!

Here are some holiday emojis to add to your phone!

Here’s how to add them to an iPhone:

1. Take a screenshot of the emoji you’d like to use

2. Crop the screenshot to include only the emoji

3. Open the cropped image and hold down until it gets highlighted. From there click “Add Sticker”

4. When typing and using keyboard, click the emoji icon, switch to sticker, find the emoji you just saved, and click it!

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2025/12/2 Edited to

... Read moreHey everyone! I'm so excited to share some more tips about jazzing up your holiday messages with awesome emojis. I know we all love those festive touches, and while the iPhone's built-in emojis are great, sometimes you just want something a little extra special, right? Beyond just screenshotting, I've found a few amazing ways to get those unique holiday stickers that truly make your texts pop. First off, if you're like me and love browsing for inspiration, Pinterest is a goldmine for custom holiday emojis! You can find so many artists sharing beautiful designs, from cozy gingerbread houses and cheerful nutcrackers to elegant gold ornaments and charming red trucks with Christmas trees. Just search for 'free holiday stickers for iPhone' or 'Christmas emojis PNG' and you'll be flooded with options. I usually save them directly to my camera roll, which makes the iPhone's "Add Sticker" feature super easy to use, just like in the main article. Another fantastic resource for free holiday emojis is exploring sticker packs within messaging apps like iMessage itself, or even third-party keyboard apps. Sometimes, they release seasonal packs that are absolutely adorable, featuring everything from festive plaid bows to sparkling snow globes and cute little deer heads. Keep an eye out for updates around November and December! Giphy is also a great place for animated holiday stickers if you want to add some movement to your messages. These free options really help personalize your festive greetings without spending a dime. The method of adding them as stickers to your iPhone is super handy because once they're saved, they're always there in your keyboard for quick access. I've been using this for everything from wishing friends a 'Happy Holidays' to adding a personal touch to my family group chats. Imagine sending a message with a cute mug with a gingerbread man or a sweet candy cane heart! It just adds so much joy and a personalized touch that standard emojis can't always convey. It truly makes your conversations feel more special and unique. One little tip I learned: organize your saved stickers! It can get a bit cluttered if you just keep adding them. I sometimes create a separate album for 'Holiday Stickers' in my Photos app so I can easily find the ones I want to add as new stickers. This makes finding that perfect pink stocking or a stack of cookies emoji a breeze when you're in a hurry. You can even find specific items like a gold ornament, a red candle, or a green candle to match your holiday theme. Using custom emojis isn't just about aesthetics; it's about enhancing communication. A single image, like a holiday wreath or a teddy bear wrapped in a bow, can convey so much warmth and festive spirit. It's a fun way to express your holiday excitement without being limited to the standard emoji set. Plus, it’s a brilliant way to surprise friends and family with unique messages. Give it a try, it's really transformed my holiday texting game and made every message feel a little more magical!

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Amber S

That is so cool! Thanks for sharing how to make stickers. I just did it. And my “ live” photos move in the sticker.

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kelleigh

I don’t see an option that says add sticker.

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