What to Write in Your Christmas Card?

Writer’s block doesn’t just hit people wearing Aran jumpers, sipping tea and staring at the rain through the window while trying to pen their first novel. So, you’ve spent ages finding the perfect Christmas card. Maybe one with a cosy Irish cottage on the front? Now you’re staring at the empty space inside wondering what on earth to write. Don’t worry, we’re here to help.

Here’s a list of festive message ideas for everyone in your life. Whether it’s a heartfelt note for your mam, a romantic line for your other half or a joke for the cousin who still argues over Tayto vs King crisps. There’s something here to make them smile.

Romantic Things to Write in Your Christmas Card

If you’re trying to pour your heart out to your other half, fiancé or even the family dog, here’s how to add a touch of romance that’ll melt their heart. Even in this chilly weather.

• Merry Christmas. I love you more and more every year!

• Forget the mistletoe, just kiss me already!

• You’re the butter to my Kerrygold and I love you. Merry Christmas!

• Waking up next to you is better than any present under the tree.

• All I want for Christmas is you!

Heartfelt Things to Write in Your Christmas Card

Christmas is the perfect time to let your family or friends know how much they mean to you. Whether it’s a message to someone abroad or a cute line for someone close, these ideas will help you say it all.

• You can’t choose your family, but even if I could, I’d still pick you!

• Merry Christmas Mam. Thanks for everything you’ve done for me this year, and every year.

• Whether we’re together or apart this year, you’re always in my thoughts. Love you loads.

• Christmas isn’t just a day, it’s a feeling. And you, Dad, make it feel extra special.

• Like every snowflake is unique you’re one of a kind. Merry Christmas!

Funny Things to Write in Your Christmas Card

For the ones who love a laugh, whether it’s your best mate, your joker of a sibling or that one uncle who practically lives on WhatsApp memes, these are guaranteed to raise a grin.

• What’s an Irish elf’s favourite thing to do? Jig around the Christmas tree!

• Christmas is cancelled. Apparently, you told Santa you were good this year and he laughed so hard he fell off his sleigh.

• I thought so hard about your present I ran out of time to get it. Oops! Merry Christmas anyway.

• Why didn’t the turkey cross the road? He knew what day it was.

• Christmas: the one time a year when eating a full box of Butlers counts as festive spirit.

Punny Things to Write in Your Christmas Card

If you can’t resist a good pun (or a bad one) these ideas will make your card stand out. Fair warning, you might hear a groan before they laugh!

• Sorry for the cheesy message, but I hope you have a gouda Christmas and an even feta new year!

• There’s snowbody else for me baby, I only have ice for you! I ho-ho-hope you have an amazing Christmas this year!

• Wishing you fifty shades of sleigh!

• You’re a rebel without a Claus!

Classic Things to Write in Your Christmas Card

Sometimes, the simplest words are the best. These classic greetings work for anyone and will never go out of style.

• Wishing you a season full of warmth, comfort and good cheer.

• Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family, with love from Ireland!

• Happy Christmas to you and yours from me and mine.

• ‘Tis the season to be jolly

• Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.