50 Merry Christmas Card Messages for Friends & Family
I love the Christmas season, with the candles, the music, the lights, the decorations filling my heart with warmth.
It's a time when I feel it's important to let people know we are thinking of them, whether it be through simple, special cards or grand presents.
Now, I've just started designing my own cards, and I realise how difficult it can be to find the right words to tell someone you're thinking of them. Yes, my personalised cards say a lot with its custom illustration, but with the right message inside, it becomes even more meaningful!
By the way, you can design your own card online right here (opens in a new window): Personalised Christmas Greeting Card
Enough faffing about, here are some ideas to inspire you in writing your next Christmas cards!
Short & Sweet Messages
Merry Christmas wishes to you and your loved ones!
Wishing you a season full of joy and laughter.
Warmest Christmas greetings from our home to yours.
May your days be merry, bright, and filled with love.
A simple Christmas card message to say: you’re in my heart.
Wishing you peace, joy, and endless cheer this Christmas.
Merry Christmas wishes and a Happy New Year ahead.
May your Christmas sparkle with love and happiness.
Sending warm Christmas greetings across the miles.
Hope your holidays are wrapped in joy.
A very merry Christmas to you and yours.
May the spirit of Christmas bring light and warmth.
Messages for Friends (more heartfelt and playful)
Merry Christmas to my dearest friend — may your holiday be magical.
Wishing you cosy nights, hot cocoa, and endless laughter this season.
Friends like you make Christmas brighter.
Christmas greetings to my partner-in-crime — let’s make more memories!
May your holidays be as fun and fabulous as you are.
Cheers to mulled wine, silly jumpers, and good company.
To my best friend: wishing you love, joy, and everything wonderful.
The best Christmas card message for friends? You’re the gift that keeps giving.
Wishing you a Christmas full of love, laughter, and late-night chats.
Thank you for making every year brighter — Merry Christmas!
May Santa bring you everything you wished for (and more snacks).
Let’s raise a glass to friendship and festive cheer!
Merry Christmas wishes to a true friend who feels like family.
Messages for Family (Parents, siblings, kids)
Merry Christmas to the best parents — thank you for everything.
Wishing my family a Christmas full of love and laughter.
To Mum and Dad: you are the heart of every Christmas.
Merry Christmas wishes to my wonderful sister/brother.
Christmas isn’t complete without family — grateful for you all.
Sending warm Christmas greetings to my grandparents with love.
To my daughter: may your Christmas be filled with magic.
To my son: wishing you joy, wonder, and holiday excitement.
Family is the best gift of all — Merry Christmas to mine.
Wishing my siblings fun, laughter, and too many Christmas cookies.
To my family far away: sending hugs and festive cheer.
Merry Christmas to my children — you make every day brighter.
Thank you for filling my Christmas with love, year after year.
May this Christmas be full of shared stories and happy moments.
Wishing my family peace, health, and joy this holiday season.
Meaningful & Unique Messages
May the quiet magic of Christmas fill your heart with peace.
Wishing you a holiday that’s as unique and beautiful as you are.
Christmas reminds us of what matters most: love, kindness, and connection.
May your Christmas be painted with moments of joy and togetherness.
Wishing you stillness, gratitude, and wonder this festive season.
The best Christmas card message is one written with love.
May this Christmas bring clarity, light, and new beginnings.
Wishing you meaningful moments that last far beyond December.
Merry Christmas wishes with love, from my art to your heart.
May your holiday be a canvas of warmth, colour, and joy.
I personally like to write a little section on what the recipient achieved that year. Each year marks a little milestone or some significant change (even if it doesn't feel like it), and it's nice to acknowledge that in a yearly card.
Coupling a very personal message – even one that says, "your new hairstyle is smashing!" – with a personalised portrait on the card, truly says that you see this person and you are happy to be part of their lives.
Now you've got your messages, go ahead and design your own personalised Christmas card with portrait here – takes just two minutes!
And it's free worldwide delivery.