Christmas cards have an expected mailing timeline, despite when you want to send them.
There is something magical about Christmas cards.
Here are the best etiquette rules to follow to ensure your Christmas cards arrive right on time.
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When Should You Start Mailing Christmas Cards?
“Ideally, holiday cards would bemailed outthe first week of December,” said Hunt.
“But receiving cards all the way up to Christmas Eve is still acceptable and fun!”
Hunt recommends starting the process earlyas in October- to avoid the holiday chaos.
Then you have November to prep your cards for sending at the beginning of December."
you’re able to also plan your attire that way too."
Wait until at least after Thanksgiving to send your Christmas cards.
The ideal time to receive a Christmas card is mid to late December.
How Early Should You Purchase Christmas Cards?
Do it’s crucial that you Address Cards by Hand?
It’s also good to consider whether or not you’ll be addressing them yourself.
Dogwood Hill Collective offers address printing on the envelopes, but you might also opt to address them yourself.
How Many Cards Should You Buy?
When you start theChristmas cardordering process, order more than you think you’ll need.
Then, take that number and add a few more to it just to be safe.
