Christmas cards for your friend
Not every friend is a best friend, and that is a good thing. Some are the ones you see every few months, the ones from an old job, the ones who live interstate. They still deserve to hear from you at Christmas, and a card is an easy way to say so.
Keep it light and honest. Say you were thinking of them, mention something you shared, and promise a catch-up you might actually keep. A line about the year helps. Pick a card, write your own words, and send it as a link by email or text. Schedule it for Christmas morning, or send it a few days early, so it lands while they are still checking their phone.
One More Song
After the Party
Neon Noel
The City Glows
The Quiet Cab Ride
Possibly Near the Printer
Never in My Cupboard
In a Professional Capacity
Small Budget, Large Deadline
Drew Myself
Last Minute Panic
Regifted With Love
Wrong Person
December Rooftops
Snow at Midnight
Secret Santa
Golden Hour
The Dishes
Secret Santa Damage
Customer Feedback
Batteries Not Included
Blame the Algorithm
Car Park Purchase
Damp Towel Energy
It’s the Thought
Late Vegetarian
Oven Tetris
Returns Desk
Smoke Alarm Carols
Sorry, In Advance
The Dry Turkey
The Receipt Is Gone
Twelve for Lunch
Two Weeks Ago
Wrong Size, Wrong Colour
Blame the Post
Boxing Day Boomerang
Dessert Photos
Eleven Fifty-Eight
Fashionably Late
Formal Apology
Good Intentions
Last Year’s Card
Left the Group
Muted
Planned Ahead
Renamed Group
Second Attempt
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10 things to write inside
Swap in their name. Change anything that doesn’t sound like you.
- sweet Thank you for being such a good friend this year, [first name]. I always feel better after I see you. Merry Christmas.
- funny [first name], we keep saying we will catch up. Consider this the official promise, sealed with a card. Merry Christmas.
- quiet Thinking of you at Christmas, [first name]. I hope it is a good one.
- sweet I am so glad our paths crossed, [first name]. You make things lighter. Happy Christmas, and here is to a coffee soon.
- funny Dear [first name], I have not forgotten you. I have just been busy, tired and rubbish at replying. Merry Christmas, I love you.
- quiet Merry Christmas, [first name]. Glad to know you.
- sweet Whenever we talk, [first name], it feels like no time has passed. That is rare. Thank you. Happy Christmas.
- rude [first name], you are a good egg and a terrible texter. Merry bloody Christmas, ring me.
- funny [first name], I am fairly sure I owe you a drink and a reply. This card covers one of them. Merry Christmas.
- sweet I hope the year ahead is kind to you, [first name]. You deserve good things. Merry Christmas.
Questions people ask
What do you write in a Christmas card for a friend?
Keep it light and personal. Mention something you shared, say you were thinking of them, and suggest a catch-up if you mean it. A friend does not need a long message. One real line about them is better than three polite ones.
Should I send a Christmas card to a friend I rarely see?
Yes, it is a gentle way to keep in touch. Say you were thinking of them, mention something from the year, and wish them well. There is no pressure for a reply, and many people are touched to be remembered.
How do I write a card to a friend who is going through a hard time?
Keep it simple and kind. Say you are thinking of them, skip advice and silver linings, and offer something small, like a walk or a text. If you are unsure, a quiet, steady card is better than a clever one.