The best Christmas cards of 2020, from charity multipacks to personalised designs
When the Christmas card was invented in 1843 by Sir Henry Cole, a civil servant who helped set up the Post Office, his intention was to get regular people using postal services. It's hard to tell if he knew at the time that he would be creating a new tradition that would carry weight worldwide almost two centuries later.
That said, sending Christmas cards seems to be slowly going out of vogue as technology and social media take over, but we're here to bring it back. There's nothing better than a beautifully designed hand-written card being sent to you by someone you care about.
Read on to take a look at our pick of the best Christmas cards of 2020, including charity, romantic, luxury, funny and multi-packs. Whether you'll be sending one or dozens, we've got options for you.
The best charity Christmas cards
1. Poinsettia charity Christmas cards, pack of 10
This pack of ten Christmas cards by Shelter, a charity that campaigns to end homelessness and bad housing in England, features an illustration of mistletoe, holly berries and poinsettias.
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2. Museums & Galleries Christmas Bleatings Pack of 8 Charity Christmas Cards
This charming festive sheep design is created by artist Jo Cave and reads Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year inside. Ten per cent of this one also goes to NSPCC, British Heart Foundation, Mind, Marie Curie, Shelter.
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The best luxury Christmas cards
3. Smythson Townhouses Christmas Cards, box of ten
This set of ten blue cards each have a Christmas townhouse motif engraved in gold and silver. Their gatefold design means they'll double as a decorative item for lucky recipients.
4. Eleanor Bowmer Classic Christmas Cards, Pack of 8
This lovely cards by Eleanor Bowmer have vibrantly coloured illustrations that perfectly balance classic Christmas scenes with contemporary fun.
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The best Christmas cards for loved ones
5. Have A Good Christmas But Don't Card
At this point everyone gets the joke. Sometimes a few laughs is what we need to get us through a difficult time.
6. Christmas card: To me, you are perfect
A little cheesy in a good way. This Christmas card will show your loved ones you care, especially if Covid rules mean you won't be sharing the festive period together.
The best personalised Christmas cards
7. Personalised Christmas Stockings Card
If you're in a rush to get a Christmas card to someone, try this personalised option which can be sent directly to your recipient of choice. It features a set of between two and five stockings hanging from the firpelace, each of which can have a name out on. You can also choose which colour pearlescent paper you'd like inside.
8. Christmas snaps Set of 10 cards including white envelopes
A modern take on the classic family portrait. Bonus Print allows you to personalise the front and back of this card to truly make it one of a kind.
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The best multi-pack Christmas cards
9. Museums & Galleries V&A Museum Voysey Birds Note Cards, Pack of 8
This set features two bird designs, including the charming Owl, by the Arts & Crafts era architect and designer CFA Voysey. The perfect option for any arty group of friends.
10. Christmas Cards - Bumper Box 40 Assorted Xmas Cards
You’ll be all set for Christmas with this bargain box of 40 cards for just over a fiver. The cards come in an assortment of designs and are small enough to send with standard first or second class post.
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11. Anatomy of a Robin Card
If you’ve ever wondered what the little round part of a robin is (that bulge one may confuse with a stomach), it’s actually called a “pudding container”. This cute set of cards can be personalised on the inside and 5p from the sale of every Christmas card sold goes to Women for Women International.
