You are likely to commit a mistake without knowing when sending out Christmas cards. This might affect your relationship with the person you are sending to. It would help if you understood the etiquette associated with Christmas cards to avoid making a mistake you will regret later. For instance, you cannot send a Christmas card to a person who doesn’t celebrate Christmas at all.
On top of that, you should avoid sending Christmas cards via email instead of a hard copy to someone unless you always communicate with that person digitally.
Below are some of the things you should avoid when sending Christmas cards:
Sending the Cards Too Late
Many people do not see this as an issue, but actually, it is a mistake you should avoid. You should have the cards ready early and post them at the post office when it is not yet busy. It is crucial to avoid the last-minute rush so that the cards can reach the intended persons on time. Otherwise, the cards may arrive way past Christmas when they are no longer useful.
The recommended time for sending out your Christmas cards is around the thanksgiving period. This means the cards will arrive just in time for Christmas allowing your friends and loved ones to enjoy the elegance of the personalized cards.
Forgetting to Include a Personal Message
Although the Christmas cards may have their custom messages wishing people happy festivities, it is always good to include a personal message. Set some time aside so that you can add your message to the cards. A small handwritten message can do the trick or just signing off the card with the family name.
When choosing a Christmas card, ensure it has a small additional space where you can add a personal message. It might seem a trivial thing, but actually, it is an indicator that you gave each card your attention before sending them.
Forgetting to Send to Some of Your Friends or Family
It is possible to forget sending a Christmas card to someone, especially considering the number of people we have to send them. It is advisable to send Christmas cards to everyone dear to you or your family. This can include friends, co-workers, close family, and even neighbors.
If sending personalized cards to everyone dear to you seems costly, you can come up with two lists and send cheaper cards to those you who are not closely related to you, but you like keeping in touch with them.