Christmas is coming! Can you believe it? Before you know it, we’ll be eating turkey, the stores will be playing carols and featuring this year’s hottest toys, and we’ll be heading full spead into the holidays. A few years ago, I decided I wanted to make December as stress-free as possible, so that I can enjoy the season with my family and focus on its real meaning. Which means that I try to have all my shopping finished by Black Friday, and I have my cards ready to go {but not mailed yet} before December hits.
This year, we’re ordering our photo Christmas Cards from Shutterfly, and I’m all set to press the button, except that I’m torn. I can’t decide which design I want to order. So, I’m hoping you can help me! I’m going to show you my choices and then make you vote at the bottom. Seriously. If you’ve met me, you know I’m uber-indecisive, so you’ll believe that I really haven’t made up my mind yet and am waiting for you all to do it for me…haha. AND I’ve got a great giveaway to offer you too, so read on!
I’ve actually made them all up with our photos and info, because hey, it gives me {and you} a much better idea of how they’ll look than using those gorgeous stock-photo people, right? We’re keepin’ it real…these are the cards.
OPTION 1: WE BELIEVE
This is the first card design that caught my eye when I looked at the {many} choices. I love the bright, fun colors, as well as the bold “We Believe!” I also like that you can get so many pictures on there. I left them in color because it seemed like some color in each photo tied in with the colors in the letters and complimented it…
OPTION 2: BLESSED
It’s funny, this is pretty much the opposite of Option 1; elegant and sophisticated instead of fun, and black and white instead of color, but something about it really appeals to me. I like the wording as well as the photo layout. It’s also available with black instead of the red, but I preferred having some color to it.
OPTION 3: ALWAYS MERRY
The big draw for me with this card {and the next one} is that you can put a little summary of your year right there on the front. The other designs allow you to put a little photo and some text on the back, but this one has it right there for everyone to see. It saves me the trouble of writing a Christmas letter…
OPTION 4: FAITH AND FAMILY
I like this one for the same reason, the little ‘blurb’ on the front where you can summarize the highlights of the year for your family and friends. And I like the “Family and Faith” part. I may like the colors of this one a little better than Option 3, especially with our beach photos, but I’m still torn. Aaaahhhh!
*edited to add: Many of you suggested making the top image of Option 4 a colored one rather than the black and white, so here’s how that would look:*
There, do you see why I’m so undecided? They’re all too stinkin’ cute! Hellllllllp! I’d be so grateful if you’d take a minute to vote and give me your opinion. I’ll be sure to let you know the outcome! And, while you’re at it, you can enter the giveaway below for $50 credit on a Shutterfly order!
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Shutterfly is letting me offer one reader $50 off an order.
{doesn’t include shipping and cannot be combined with any other offer}
Rafflecopter will walk you through the entry process; good luck!
Oh, and be sure to check out Shutterfly’s special offers too!
*Disclosure: I am being compensated by Shutterfly with free product for writing this review. However, all opinions are entirely my own, and one of these designs will in fact be our family’s holiday card.*
Allie says
I love the second one! It’s elegant and simple. It just stands out to me.
Erin says
I love that there’s room for pictures as well as some “newsy items” now!
Dianna says
I love a pretty design with a little bit of sparkle! And the greeting has to be just right! I can’t explain – I just know it when I see it!
Meredith @ Wait Til Your Father Gets Home says
I like the first one! And I like my Christmas cards to be bright and cheerful :o)
Kadie says
I like the first one too! Ha,ha,ha I can’t decide on my cards either!
Veronica and Daniel says
I love a Christmas card that provides a snapshot of your year – short and sweet with a photo and some room to write a personal note.
Hi, Im Kelly! says
The main thing I look for is the words “Merry Christmas” so mnay now try putting rules and regulations on those simple words. If it doesnt say that, then I wont buy it 😉
Just Jenn says
Love option 3 so you can give some words on your year…… Love them all! Understand why you are having trouble lol. i love Shutterfly, am creating photo books with them.
Jodi S says
they are all so pretty but definitely love the first 🙂
ramsaygrace says
I’m always drawn to the elegant looking cards…such as option 2. To me, the black and white against red, with the simple message of Blessed is just beautiful….simple yet very elegant. That being said, I LOVE the personal touch of your card #4, and that you included a little note. I see why you’re frustrated. 🙂
Beth @ Through the Eyes of the Mrs. says
Thanks for the opportunity! This is an awesome giveaway right before the Christmas season.
Melissa says
I look for a card where the picture is the main focus and the colors and design go well with the picture.
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Julie says
I vote for 1
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Tiffany says
Our card must actually say “Christmas” in it. I don’t go for “happy holiday” or santa cards…
Ashley says
I voted for number 3
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Ashley says
I always look for a religious card, Jesus is the reason for the season 🙂
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Grandma says
I voted for 4 but I also like the blessed one…they are all very nice…
Kimberly T. says
I like my cards to be handmade or have a few great pictures.
pinkoddy says
My children design their own and have them sent off and printed up :O)
Mama Pea Pod says
I love family-friendly designs that aren’t too Christmas-specific since many of our friends don’t celebrate Christmas but still appreciate a family photo card.
keshakeke says
I love a card that shares the true meaning of CHRISTmas!
andrea says
Since I am a photographer, I always look at the photos!
Jaime says
I love the colors on option 1!
Brown Thumb Mama says
Beautiful cards and family. Glad to see that Papa isn’t the only LEGO daddy in this world! ;o)
colleen says
Option 1 has great pops of color!
Fukujis says
I love the colors, text and number of photos.
Donna George says
I want clean but pretty.
Ms. Kristen-Crayon says
We used Shutterfly for our Christmas cards this year, too! All options are great, but I voted for #2 🙂
Laurie says
I look for multiple picture options.
Tara says
I look for bright colors!
Jennifer Young says
I really like to be able to put on a collage of pictures!