… that was Burger’s inspiration for his latest holiday greeting-card photoshoot, which produced this playful mistletoe-themed card we sent to family and friends:
While this year’s “Merry Kissmas” design was a cheerful way to share smooches with our circle, we still have a soft spot for last year’s Rudolph-themed card — a collaboration between a well-behaved posing pup and some playful Photoshop editing:
For both cards we kept the process simple and budget-friendly. We saved the final images as high-quality JPEGs, burned them to a CD, and took the files to a local CVS photo counter. They fit our images into preformatted Kodak holiday card templates, which meant we could print a large batch for only a few cents apiece — an economical way to share a personal, printed greeting.
There’s something special about a physical card: the texture, the handwritten note, and the surprise of opening an envelope. We’ve found that custom photo cards let us showcase family moments and a bit of humor, and the affordable printing options make it easy to reach everyone on our list without breaking the bank.
How do you send holiday cheer to friends and family? Do you mail handmade cards, ship cookies, send digital e-cards, or use another creative tradition? Share your favorite seasonal-sending ideas and tips for making greetings feel personal and memorable.