{"id":5800,"date":"2026-06-18T13:30:21","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T20:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/?p=5800"},"modified":"2026-06-18T15:29:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T22:29:59","slug":"when-to-send-out-christmas-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/when-to-send-out-christmas-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Send Christmas Cards & Etiquette 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"Christmas cards<\/a> are one of the most meaningful holiday traditions, helping friends and family stay connected no matter the distance. While sending holiday cards is meant to be fun and personal, it’s natural to have questions about timing, wording, who to send them to, and what’s considered proper etiquette. Whether you’re mailing Christmas cards for the first time or updating your annual tradition, here’s what to know for the 2026 holiday season.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n