I feel about Christmas cards the way Buddy The Elf feels about candy. I love to recieve them and read every letter, and I love to keep ours and look back at them over the years. On Pinterest I saw a family make their Christmas card into a newsletter that looked like an old fashioned newspaper and instantly set out to make my own. What I love about this idea is that over the years it will make such a fun scrapbook of memories that can all fit together nicely, and (let's be real) the fact that I don't have to go pick out a new Christmas card every year. I created a customizable Christmas newsletter card template that’s super easy to personalize and the perfect way to capture the year’s most memorable moments- and i'm sharing it with you!
Why I Love This Idea (and Why You Will Too)
Like I mentioned: with this template, you’re not just sending a one-off card. You’re creating a holiday tradition that you can keep going year after year. Think about it—imagine having a collection of Christmas cards that you’ve personalized each year, showing your family’s growth, adventures, and milestones. You can keep them in a cute binder or album, and before you know it, you’ll have a beautiful record of your family’s journey through the years. 📚🎅
Every year, you can update it with new memories—vacations, birthdays, funny stories, and all the little things that make your family unique. It’s something to look forward to, and it’ll be so much fun to go back and reminisce about the memories you’ve created.
A Simple Way to Save Time and Money, While Creating Meaningful Traditions
The best part? Lessening your mental load (you know this is a huge priority for me). No need to stress about finding the perfect card each year—just personalize your template and you’re done!
Plus, by using the same template every year, you’ll create a simple, meaningful holiday tradition that’s easy to maintain.
It’s the perfect way to keep the focus on what really matters: making memories and sharing them with the people who mean the most.
How to Get Started:
Click here to grab your template [here] and head over to Canva. It’s super easy to use and you can make all the edits you need, from changing the text to adding your own photos.
Personalize Your NewsletterJust replace the placeholder text with your family’s highlights and stories from the year. Add in photos that capture your favorite memories, and feel free to adjust the colors or fonts to make it your own.
Save and DownloadOnce you’re happy with how it looks, download your custom newsletter in your preferred format (PDF for printing is best!).
Print and SharePrint your newsletter at home or at a local print shop, or share it digitally with family and friends.
Creating your own Christmas newsletter has never been easier, and with this template, you can make it a tradition that you’ll look forward to every year. I can’t wait for you to get started and see how it turns out! Happy holidays, friends! 🎅✨