Ahh, the annual writing of the family Christmas cards- an age-old tradition, and after writing the same boring message year after year, you want to write something different this year. Don't worry, we've got you!
We've created a list of messages to write in Christmas cards to your family, with everything from thoughtful and heartfelt to funny and cheeky. If you want to write something more interesting than the classic "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year", then you need to read on, my friend.
Christmas Messages for Parents
- Mum and dad, thanks for making every Christmas magical. We love you so much!
- Merry Christmas to my amazing parents, wishing you joy and happiness all year round.
- Dear mum and dad, you have made every Christmas so fun and special. May this Christmas be just as memorable.
- Merry Christmas, Mum and Dad! Your love and support mean the world. Here's to a Christmas as wonderful as you both
- Merry Christmas to the most wonderful mum and dad I could ever ask for.
- This year, we asked Santa for a babysitter. Fingers crossed!
- May our/your Christmas be filled with less family drama than a Netflix series
- Merry Christmas! Thank you for everything you do for me/us. You are loved and appreciated.
Christmas Messages for Siblings
- Christmas wouldn't be the same without arguing over Monopoly. Here's to me winning again!
- Merry Christmas! Even though we are no longer children, I couldn’t imagine celebrating the holidays without you
- What more could you want this Christmas then having me as your brother/sister?!
- Merry everything and a happy always, from your favourite sibling.
- Merry Christmas to my amazing brother/sister. Christmas is always more fun when you’re there.
Christmas Messages for Grandparents
- This Christmas, I'm grateful for the gift of family. Merry Christmas Granny and Grandad!
- Merry Christmas. We’re so lucky to have you in our lives.
- Let’s make some wonderful Christmas memories together.
- Merry Christmas grandma and grandpa! We can’t wait to see you soon.
- Thank you for all the love and laughs. Wishing you a Christmas that's as amazing as you are.
- This holiday and always, we wish you much love, health, and joy!
Quotes About Christmas
- “More than Santa Claus, your sister knows when you've been bad and good.” — Linda Sunshine
- ”A Christmas miracle is when your family doesn’t get into a single argument all day.” — Melanie White
- “No matter what, I always make it home for Christmas.” —Dolly Parton
- "My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others." —Bob Hope
- "´Christmas is a togethery sort of holiday. ´said Pooh. ´That´s my favourite kind.´ said Piglet." —A. A. Milne
- "The smells of Christmas are the smells of childhood" —Richard Paul Evans
- "Some Christmas tree ornaments do more than glitter and glow, they represent a gift of love given a long time ago." —Tom Baker
- "May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve." —Anonymous
Messages to Families at Christmas
- May the Christmas Season bring only happiness and joy to you and your family.
- May your family have a festive season full of wonderful surprises, treats and non-stop laughter.
- Eat, drink, be merry!
- It’s that time of year again – may your Christmas be filled with food, family, friends and fun!
- I hope you and your family have a Christmas filled with magical memories.
- Season’s greetings, from our family to yours!
- Wishing you a festive season wrapped in love and topped with joy!
- Wishing you and your family a merry and bright Christmas
- Merry Christmas! Surround yourself with what is truly important this Christmas season.
- Have a Holly Jolly Christmas!
Christmas Messages for When You're Apart
- Sending love and best wishes for the best Christmas ever. We'll miss you!
- This holiday and always, we wish you much love, health, and joy!
- Thinking of you this Christmas season, and wishing you were here!
Be sure to take a look at our Christmas decorations, cards and gift guides for more inspiration. And if you're looking for funny Christmas messages, take a look at our list of 31 funny Christmas messages to write in a card.