Funny Christmas cards for your mother-in-law
Funny works with a mother-in-law when the joke is on you. Trying too hard, bringing the wrong dessert, being very good at the dishes for the one day. Gentle self-teasing tells her you care what she thinks, and she will probably read it out loud at lunch.
3 things to write inside
Swap in their name. Change anything that doesn’t sound like you.
- funny [first name], I have been practising being the good one all year. I have already ironed something. Please tell me it is showing.
- funny Dear [first name], I will bring a dish and offer to wash up. I will not offer opinions on the gravy. Growth, I think you will agree.
- funny [first name], I am sending this early so it counts as organised. Also so you can see the effort before the pavlova arrives.
Questions people ask
What do you write in a Christmas card for a mother-in-law?
Keep it short, warm and specific. Thank her for something real, a meal, her help with the kids, how she welcomed you. Add one line about looking forward to seeing her. If you are still finding your footing with her, a little self-aware humour about trying hard usually lands well.
Should I sign a mother-in-law's card from both of us or just me?
If your partner is happy to be named, sign from both. A card with your own words inside, though, is a nice thing to send from you alone, because it shows you made the effort yourself. Many people send one together and a second from themselves.
Is it okay to send an e-card to my mother-in-law?
Yes, if she is comfortable with email or texts. A link she opens like an envelope feels more like a card than a plain message does. If she prefers paper, send the e-card as well. It can arrive on Christmas morning while the posted one is still on its way.