What to Write in a Christmas Card

Overview: You can write a Christmas card by starting with a warm greeting like "Merry Christmas" or "Season's Greetings," then add something personal - a thank you, a shared memory, or genuine appreciation. Close with a heartfelt sign - off like "With love" or "Warmest wishes." For a fuller message, include specific well wishes for the holidays and year ahead, such as "Wishing you joy and laughter this festive season" or "May the New Year bring you peace and happiness." Keep it authentic and brief - 2-3 sentences is perfect.

What to write in a Christmas card?

Start with something personal and kind - a short message that reflects your relationship and the season’s warmth. You don’t need to be poetic or formal. Just a few genuine lines can turn a simple card into a keepsake.

At Bloomex NZ, every Christmas bouquet and Christmas hamper can include a personalised card at checkout. Whether you’re thanking a friend, sending love to family, or adding a note to your office Secret Santa gift, here’s how to find the right words this festive season.

Classic Merry Christmas Wishes for Family & Friends

Classic merry Christmas wishes focus on joy, gratitude, and connection. They work beautifully for anyone - from your parents to a neighbour or colleague. Here are a few timeless examples:

Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with sunshine, laughter, and great company.
Warmest Christmas greetings from our whānau to yours.
Hope your holidays sparkle brighter than the pohutukawa in bloom.
Thinking of you this Christmas and sending love across the miles.
May your New Year begin with peace, happiness, and good coffee.

These short, heartfelt notes are perfect to include with flowers or a gift basket. Keep it authentic - that’s what Kiwis value most.

Heartfelt Christmas Card Messages to Inspire You

Heartfelt messages express care and appreciation. They’re ideal when writing to family, close friends, or anyone you’ve shared a meaningful year with.

Try writing one to three sentences that show gratitude or reflection:

Thank you for making this year brighter - wishing you all the love and calm of a New Zealand summer Christmas.
May the season bring you rest, laughter, and memories worth keeping.
Feeling grateful for the people who make life special - like you. Merry Christmas!
Here’s to more shared moments, barbecues, and beach sunsets in the year ahead.

If you’re sending a bouquet, add your note directly when ordering from the Christmas flowers collection, we’ll handwrite it and deliver nationwide.

Funny or Cute Merry Christmas Messages

If your recipient loves a laugh, a light-hearted message is often the most memorable.

These work well for mates, siblings, or office exchanges:

Merry Christmas - may your pavlova survive the humidity!
Wishing you a Christmas as chill as an afternoon at Piha.
You’ve made my “nice list” again… just.
Hope Santa knows you prefer Pinot to presents.
Eat, nap, repeat - that’s the Kiwi Christmas spirit.

Or go for a sweet tone with cute, merry Christmas wishes:

Sending you hugs, sunshine, and all the love this season can hold.
You’re the best gift I could ever ask for.

Fun or sentimental, the goal is the same - make someone smile when they open that envelope.

How to Personalise Your Christmas Cards NZ

To make your message meaningful, tailor it to the person - mention a shared moment, a local reference, or something you appreciate about them. For example:

“Thanks for always bringing the snacks to the beach - you make summer better every year. Merry Christmas!”

Other tips:

Keep it short: 2–3 sentences are plenty.
Be local: Mention summer, BBQs, beaches, or pohutukawa.
Add your name clearly: handwritten looks most sincere.

For extra impact, attach your card to a Christmas hamper or bouquet for same-day flower delivery (order before 1 p.m.) or next-day nationwide.

Christmas Card Ideas You Can Use Right Now

Here’s a mix of short, inspiring, and ready-to-write options you can copy straight into your card:

For Family:

Love you lots - thank you for every call, every cuppa, and every Sunday roast.
So grateful to celebrate another Christmas together.

For Friends:

Merry Christmas to my favourite troublemaker. Here’s to more adventures next year!
Your friendship is the best gift under the tree.

For Colleagues:

Thanks for making workdays lighter. Enjoy the summer break!
Wishing you a well-earned rest and a strong coffee comeback in January.

For Clients or Business Partners:

Season’s greetings and sincere thanks for your support this year.
Wishing you success and sunshine in 2026.

You can include any of these directly when sending your Christmas flower arrangements from Bloomex.

Can I send a card with my Christmas gift?

Absolutely. At Bloomex, every order lets you add a free personalised message, and you can upgrade to a printed or handwritten card for a more personal touch.

Pair your message with:

A festive Christmas bouquet (red and white lilies, roses, gerberas).
A gourmet gift basket or hamper with chocolates, wine, or snacks.
A luxury Christmas Hamper full of Kiwi favourites for sharing.

All can be delivered same-day (order by 1 p.m.) or next-day nationwide - from Auckland to Invercargill.

TL;DR:

Your Christmas card doesn't need to be perfect - just authentic and heartfelt. The message matters more than the words, especially when paired with a thoughtful gift.

What to Write in a Christmas Card