{"id":76640,"date":"2026-06-19T23:55:54","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T06:55:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/?p=76640"},"modified":"2026-06-19T23:55:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T06:55:54","slug":"christmas-card-mailing-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/christmas-card-mailing-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Card Mailing Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sending <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/christmas-cards\/\">Christmas cards<\/a> is one of the most meaningful holiday traditions, but it can also feel overwhelming when you&#8217;re juggling photos, addresses, holiday shopping, and a busy schedule. Use this Christmas card mailing checklist to stay organized and make sure your cards are ready to send before the holiday season is in full swing.<\/p>\n<h2>Create Your Christmas Card List<\/h2>\n<p>Start by making a list of everyone you&#8217;d like to send a holiday card to this year. Begin with close family and friends, then add neighbors, coworkers, teachers, coaches, and anyone else you&#8217;d like to remember during the holidays.<\/p>\n<p>If you sent cards last year, use that list as a starting point and make updates as needed. Not sure where to start? Check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/who-to-send-christmas-cards-to\/\">who to send Christmas cards to<\/a> for ideas on building your recipient list and making sure no one gets overlooked.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Add family and relatives<\/li>\n<li>Add friends and neighbors<\/li>\n<li>Add coworkers or professional contacts<\/li>\n<li>Add any new recipients from the past year<\/li>\n<li>Remove outdated addresses or duplicate contacts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/christmas-cards\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76641\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03.jpg\" alt=\"christmas card envelope\" width=\"1887\" height=\"1434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03.jpg 1887w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03-1024x778.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03-768x584.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03-1536x1167.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S03_03-85x65.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1887px) 100vw, 1887px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Update Mailing Addresses<\/h2>\n<p>Before ordering your Christmas cards, take a few minutes to verify addresses. A current mailing list helps avoid returned mail and ensures your cards arrive where they&#8217;re supposed to.<\/p>\n<p>Shutterfly&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/addressing\/\">free online address book<\/a> makes it easy to store, update, and organize addresses all in one place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Confirm mailing addresses<\/li>\n<li>Update recent moves or address changes<\/li>\n<li>Add missing zip codes or apartment numbers<\/li>\n<li>Organize contacts in your address book<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"kjxazb\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"312\"><strong>Organize Your Address Labels<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"565\">If you use address labels, now is a great time to review your information and order any updates before the holiday rush. Custom <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/address-labels\/?design-occasion=holidays\">holiday address labels<\/a> can help streamline the mailing process while adding a personalized finishing touch to your Christmas cards.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"581\"><strong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"581\">Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"750\">\n<li data-section-id=\"qoqvop\" data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"619\">Review your current address labels<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"snlor8\" data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"657\">Update names or addresses if needed<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"3bftqs\" data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"702\">Order new labels before the holiday season<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bkfie2\" data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"750\">Keep extra labels on hand for future mailings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/christmas-cards\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76642\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1.jpg\" alt=\"christmas card envelopes and address labels\" width=\"2329\" height=\"2215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1.jpg 2329w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1-300x285.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1-1024x974.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1-768x730.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1-1536x1461.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1-2048x1948.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_v01-1-85x81.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2329px) 100vw, 2329px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Choose Your Christmas Card Design<\/h2>\n<p>Once your list is ready, it&#8217;s time to select a card design. Think about the style, photos, and message you&#8217;d like to share this year.<\/p>\n<p>Some families prefer traditional Christmas cards, while others choose holiday cards, year-in-review designs, photo collages, or New Year&#8217;s cards.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose your card style<\/li>\n<li>Select a card size and format<\/li>\n<li>Decide between a single photo or multiple photos<\/li>\n<li>Review colors, layouts, and design details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Select Your Photos<\/h2>\n<p>The right photos help tell your family&#8217;s story from the past year. Professional family portraits are always a great option, but candid moments, vacations, milestone celebrations, and everyday memories can be just as meaningful.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gather favorite photos from the year<\/li>\n<li>Choose high-quality images<\/li>\n<li>Select a cover photo<\/li>\n<li>Decide if you want a photo collage or multiple images<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/christmas-cards\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-74953\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"two christmas cards displayed on a mantle\" width=\"1708\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-scaled.jpg 1708w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/24_08_SFLY_Q4TVStills_S13-2-57x85.jpg 57w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1708px) 100vw, 1708px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Write Your Christmas Card Message<\/h2>\n<p>A personalized message helps make your Christmas card feel special. Some families keep it short with a simple holiday greeting, while others include a family update or year-in-review recap.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Add your holiday greeting<\/li>\n<li>Include family names<\/li>\n<li>Write a personal message or update<\/li>\n<li>Proofread names, dates, and spelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Choose Your Envelope Addressing Option<\/h2>\n<p>When ordering your Christmas cards, decide how you&#8217;d like your envelopes addressed. You can leave envelopes blank, add a return address, print recipient addresses, or choose Mail For Me if you&#8217;d like Shutterfly to address, stamp, and mail your cards for you. Recipient address printing is free on custom envelopes, making it easy to save time when sending cards to family and friends.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Select your addressing option<\/li>\n<li>Add a return address if desired<\/li>\n<li>Upload or review recipient addresses<\/li>\n<li>Consider Mail For Me for added convenience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/address-labels\/?design-occasion=holidays\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-76643 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"christmas card envelopes and address labels\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-1024x544.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-768x408.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-1536x815.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-2048x1087.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/25_07_SFLY_CS_FlatLay_S08_02_v01-1-85x45.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Review Your Order<\/h2>\n<p>Before checking out, take one final look at your card design, photos, message, and recipient information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Review photos for quality and placement<\/li>\n<li>Double-check spelling and punctuation<\/li>\n<li>Confirm names and dates<\/li>\n<li>Verify envelope addressing details<\/li>\n<li>Review your order quantity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Mail Your Christmas Cards<\/h2>\n<p>Once your cards arrive, all that&#8217;s left is getting them into the mail. If you&#8217;re hoping for delivery before Christmas, mailing your cards in early December is usually a good rule of thumb.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stuff and seal envelopes<\/li>\n<li>Add postage if needed<\/li>\n<li>Double-check recipient addresses<\/li>\n<li>Drop cards in the mail<\/li>\n<li>Cross &#8220;send Christmas cards&#8221; off your holiday to-do list<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Make Christmas Card Season Easier<\/h2>\n<p>A little planning goes a long way when it comes to holiday cards. By organizing your recipient list, choosing photos early, and checking off each step along the way, you can spend less time stressing and more time enjoying the season. With your cards sent and your holiday greetings on their way, you&#8217;ll be ready to focus on everything else that makes this time of year special.<\/p>\n<p>Additional Resources:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/when-to-send-out-christmas-cards\/\">When to Send Christmas Cards<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/who-to-send-christmas-cards-to\/\">Who to Send Christmas Cards To<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/christmas-card-sayings\/\">Christmas Card Wishes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/how-to-make-christmas-cards-fast\/\">How to Make Christmas Cards<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/how-to-customize-the-back-of-a-christmas-card\/\">How to Customize the Back of Christmas Cards<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/when-is-it-too-late-to-send-christmas-cards\/\">When is it Too Late to Send Christmas Cards?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/holiday-cards-vs-christmas-cards-whats-the-difference\/\">Holiday Cards vs Christmas Cards<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Use this Christmas card mailing checklist to organize your recipient list, update addresses, choose envelope options, and send your cards on time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":75239,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[96,440,59,3715],"tags":[3212,3711],"class_list":["post-76640","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-christmas","category-holiday","category-cards-and-stationery","category-seasonal","tag-christmas-cards","tag-guides","entry"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/shutterfly-vs-snapfish-christmas-cards-featured.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Shutterfly Community","author_link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/author\/shutterfly\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v28.3 (Yoast SEO v28.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Christmas Card Mailing Checklist | Shutterfly<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Use this Christmas card mailing checklist to organize your recipient list, update addresses, choose envelope options, and send your cards on time.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/christmas-card-mailing-checklist\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Christmas Card Mailing Checklist\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Use this Christmas card mailing checklist to organize your recipient list, update addresses, choose envelope options, and send your cards on time.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/christmas-card-mailing-checklist\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Ideas &amp; 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