Christmas and Holiday Cards

It might SEEM early to start thinking about Christmas cards - but wouldn't it be great if THIS year was the year YOU were the one dropping them in the mailbox on December 1?

I will not be designing or offering card printing this year - there are just too many amazing companies that offer too many fabulous cards!

Here are some of my favorites right now:

Two favorites from Snapfish :

A couple from Paper Source :

And three of the options I'm swooning over at Minted :

I also highly recommend the cards at Tiny Prints and if you are comfortable designing your cards and know exactly what you want you can't beat the prices at Vista Print (just leave plenty of time for shipping!). 

My Christmas / Holiday card rules:

1. Commit to a card or commit to a picture. Last year the card I had my heart set on wasn't working with the picture that was the best of my family. The card went. The picture stayed. It was a tough battle. I really loved the card. The flattering picture won out in the end.

2. Generally speaking, one picture is better than 5. Highlight just one picture on the front of the card! If you must include others, do so on the inside or back. 

3. Keep your message short and sweet! Enough said. :)

Know of any other hidden gems for fabulous Christmas cards? Please share!