The holiday season is upon us, but for those of us who love Halloween, there are often few outlets among the joy and cheerfulness to express our macabre flair. This year, create spooky Christmas cards to send to your family & friends (who likely already know your passion for horror).
Buying pre-made specialty cards can often be pricey – last year I spent over $80 for amazingly funny sci-fi Christmas cards from Alternate Histories. This year, however, I needed to cut back on spending. Therefore, instead of buying cards, I asked my grandma for some of the free cards she receives from the organizations she sends donations to. You can also re-use cards you received from more “normal” individuals in previous years.
Gather craft supplies – like stickers, washi tape, and colorful scrapbooking paper – and get to work on spook-ing up those cards:
Use scrapbook paper to cover up the inside message and a little washi tape to keep the edges from peeling up. Then, print out your own macabre holiday wishes. Phrase ideas include:
“Celebrate the Spirit(s) of the Season” (For Pictures with Ghosts)
“May Your Demons Slumber and Your Wine Glass Be Full. Season’s Greetings”
“Have a Frightfully Fun Holiday Season”
“Sending a Little Holiday Magic Your Way” (For Witch-Related Images)
“‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, all the witches were stirring, potions with eye of newt and tail of mouse…”
“As Bats from the Belfry Take Flight, May Your Christmas Be Merry and Bright” (Bat-Related Cards, Of Course)
I hope my family & friends enjoy the time & effort I put into their cards this year. Have you tried making your own spooky Christmas cards? Share your ideas and photos with me on Instagram and Twitter @EmilyIsHorror
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