Holiday cards are a must-have part of the season, so here are some clever ways to put them on display!
I adore sending and receiving holiday photo cards every year. My favorite part is mailing ours the day before Thanksgiving so the season kicks off early! That's why I love finding a standout spot to show them off at home.
How I Show Off My Christmas Cards at Home
Right now we use the big mirror in the hallway just off the kitchen. Everyone walks past it several times a day, and it's visible from the kitchen. I keep cards from past years so it's already full when it goes up.
For the setup, I zigzagged red velvet ribbon across the mirror and pressed decorative thumbtacks into the edges of the frame to hold it in place. When I take it down, the tack holes aren't noticeable. A smoother mirror might call for a different approach, though.
Then I clip the cards to the ribbon with pretty gold clothespins. It's a simple setup that works in plenty of other spots around the house.
In our old house, I built a frame with chicken wire stretched across the back and displayed cards on it every season. I left it behind when we moved, but it earned its keep for many years!
The first year in our current house, I simply taped the cards along the doorway between the kitchen and living room. My mom does the same at her place, and it looks so charming!
As you can see, it doesn't need to be fancy or elaborate, but I strongly suggest finding some way to show off your holiday mail! It's fun, and my kids love checking which new cards arrived that day!
For years now I've been framing our own Christmas cards and lining them up on the buffet in our dining room. It doubles as holiday decor, and it takes me down memory lane every time I walk by. I really love it!
I enjoy sharing ways to decorate for Christmas. Two of my favorites are dressing the mantel with garland and adding free Christmas printables around the house. I've also shared tips on picking the right holiday photo cards! I hope these posts help you create a home you love!
The Best Christmas Card Holders
If you didn't have time to make your own card holder, there are plenty of ready-made options. You can buy one, or pick up simple ideas on how holders are put together.
You can take the DIY route the way I have in the past, or buy a dedicated holder to display yours and everyone else's cards. Here are some ideas.
1. Curtain String Lights Christmas Card Holder
If you have the wall space, this charming pre-lit card holder will make your Christmas cards glow!
2. Rustic Wood Church Tabletop Card Holder
If you're short on wall space but have room on a table, this little church is adorable! It may not show every card at once, but you can rotate them throughout the season!
3. Christmas Card Box Display
A card caddy is cute and simple to make or buy! For a DIY version like this, follow my wooden box centerpiece tutorial.
4. Christmas Wreath Card Holder
Give a bare wall a merry, bright look with a pretty greenery garland and ribbon holder!
5. Christmas Tree Lattice Card Display
This cute Christmas tree cutout makes hanging cards quick and fun!
6. Christmas Tree Card Holder
This lovely tree is a perfect holiday card holder! It has a classic shape and will last for years!
7. Deer Greeting Card Holder
Pick up this gorgeous deer tabletop card holder for a beautiful, nostalgic display!
8. Over-the-Door Holiday Card Display
This holder shows off cards from friends and family across French doors. It's a lovely way to display your festive cards without using any wall space!
9. Personalized "Merry Mail" Wall Display
You can order this sign with your own name on it, or make one yourself with my large DIY sign tutorial for the lettering. It would be a very easy DIY Christmas card display project.
10. Scallop Edge Card Display
Display Christmas cards from your loved ones in this scalloped holder. The scalloped edges give it an elegant look.
Final Thoughts
I hope some of these ideas have helped you find a festive, fun way to showcase Christmas cards in your home! It's such an easy way to add extra holiday cheer this year!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to display Christmas cards?
Any method that gets them up and on display is the best one! Buy a special holder, or string up some ribbon and clip them on. Whichever way you go, just get them out there for an inexpensive, festive touch!
How can I make a Christmas card holder?
It can be as simple as stringing a ribbon across a mirror, doorway or piece of art. Or make a wooden sign, then hang ribbon from it to clip your cards to. It's really that easy to make a Christmas card holder!
Where do you keep Christmas card addresses?
Keep them in an Excel spreadsheet and update it each year as cards arrive. I always tuck away the envelopes, then after the season I go through them and make sure my list is current.
How do you display Christmas cards on a door?
Use scotch tape or another tape that won't damage paint to attach them to the door frame. Or run ribbon across the doorway and clip the cards on with clothespins!
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