The Magic of Custom Christmas Cards: Turn Your Family Into Festive Art
Every December, your letterbox turns into Santa’s inbox. Cards pour in — glittery robins, snowy cottages, cartoon reindeer with suspiciously human smiles. They’re sweet, sure, but after the tenth card with a robin wearing a scarf, they all blur together into one festive wallpaper pattern.
Now, picture this: instead of another cookie-cutter card from the supermarket, your friends and family open an envelope to find themselves — illustrated, festive, and starring in their own comic-book style Christmas scene. No one’s tossing that into the recycling pile.
That’s the power of custom Christmas cards. They’re not just greetings; they’re keepsakes, conversation starters, and little pieces of art. And at Make Me A Comic, we’ve turned them into something truly special.
Why Bother With Custom Christmas Cards?
Let’s be honest: Christmas cards are one of those traditions that can feel like a chore. You buy a box of 20 for $5, scribble “Merry Xmas!” in 18 of them, and by the time you’re signing the last two you’re so bored you start abbreviating your own name.
But when you send a custom card, the experience flips. Suddenly, people want to open your envelope. They hold it up, show their friends, maybe even post it on social media. (Because who doesn’t want likes for their dog wearing a Santa hat, drawn in comic style?)
Think of it this way: regular cards are filler. Custom cards are the main event.
The Family Christmas Card: Everyone Together at Last
We all know the struggle of getting the whole family in one place for the holidays. Someone’s always working late, someone else is still stuck on the motorway, and the cousin from Brighton “might come up if the trains behave.”
That’s why our custom family Christmas card is pure genius. It puts everyone together, smiling, festive, and looking like the perfect holiday squad — even if Uncle Dave refuses to wear the Christmas jumper in real life.
And the best part? You don’t need to herd everyone onto one sofa for a group photo. Just send us your photos, and boom: we’ll assemble the dream team in a single illustration. It’s like Photoshop, but with more personality and zero awkward double chins.
We can draw families of any size, whether 2 people or 20. You can find many examples in our Etsy store.
Pets Deserve Their Time in the Spotlight
If you’ve ever owned a dog, you know they think Christmas is their holiday. All those humans sitting around at home? Obviously here to give belly rubs. Wrapping paper? Clearly invented for shredding.
Our pet and owner Christmas cards make your furry sidekick the star. Picture your cat posing in a Santa hat (without clawing your face off), or your dog proudly holding a candy cane in his mouth. On a card, it’s adorable. In real life… well, let’s just say not every animal is cut out for festive cosplay.
And trust me — people love receiving cards with pets on them. Your friends might not remember how old your children are, but they’ll definitely remember your beagle dressed as Rudolph.
We also have other pet Christmas card designs, we can draw just your pets with perhaps santa hats on and a festive message, see our pet Christmas cards. Or we can draw the whole family with your pets on the couch. And its your couch, we even ask you how you usually sit on the couch. See our family and pet Christmas cards.
The Epic Large Family Portrait
Now for the heavy-hitters: the large family portrait Christmas card. This is the kind of card that could stop a grandparent in their tracks.
We’re talking everybody — kids, cousins, in-laws, even that one family member who insists on bringing their guitar to every gathering. A whole generation gathered into one joyful, hand-drawn scene.
The thing about this card is that it doubles as a gift. You’re not just sending Christmas wishes — you’re giving Nan a portrait she’ll hang on the wall. And when the decorations come down in January, she won’t tuck it into a drawer. She’ll frame it. Because it’s not just a card. It’s family, captured forever.
Superhero Christmas Cards: Because Santa Needs Backup
Christmas is already full of characters — Santa, elves, reindeer, snowmen. But let’s be real: sometimes you need a few extra heroes to keep the holiday running smoothly. That’s where our superhero Christmas cards come in.
Imagine your little one soaring across a snowy skyline in full costume, saving Christmas Eve from the clutches of the Grinch. Or picture you and your partner striking superhero poses in festive colours, like a Christmas-themed comic cover.
If you’re after something a bit more personal (and epic), there’s also our custom superhero Christmas card. This is where you don’t just buy a card — you become the hero. Think of it as a festive origin story where the villains are long queues at the shops, tangled fairy lights, and overcooked turkeys. And of course, you win every time.
Why Custom Beats Shop-Bought (Every Single Time)
So, why should you go custom instead of grabbing a cheap pack from the supermarket? Here’s the truth:
- Shop-bought cards are easy, but they’re forgettable. They’ll sit on a mantelpiece for two weeks before hitting the recycling bin.
- Custom cards are personal, unique, and memorable. They get pinned to fridges, framed on walls, and shown off to neighbours.
Plus, they spark joy. When people open a custom Christmas card, they don’t just smile politely — they laugh, they gasp, and they show everyone else in the room. You can’t buy that kind of reaction in a 20-pack of reindeer cards.
The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Here’s the secret: custom Christmas cards aren’t just cards. They’re gifts in disguise.
- For parents: A family portrait card they’ll treasure.
- For grandparents: A whole-family scene that doubles as a framed picture.
- For pet owners: A card starring their furry family member (which will definitely go on Instagram).
- For couples: A superhero card that makes them feel like they’re starring in their own festive comic.
It’s not just about sending Christmas wishes — it’s about creating a keepsake that lasts long after the tree comes down.
Start a New Holiday Tradition
Think about it: every year you could create a new custom Christmas card. One year the whole family as superheroes. The next year a snowy portrait with matching jumpers. Maybe even a custom comic strip telling the story of your family’s Christmas morning chaos.
Over time, you build a collection — a gallery of Christmases past. Forget recycling. These are cards you’ll want to keep.
