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Discussing How Christmas Cards Have Changed Throughout time

The average person that sends Christmas cards will send approximately 50, which equates to billions being sent worldwide each year. The tradition is more popular than ever and the few weeks before Christmas help to sustain card makers throughout the rest of the year. Here we look at the tradition of giving Christmas cards, from its inception to modern day options.

Origins

1843 saw the sending of the first commercial card; although some handmade cards may have been sent previously. The card was made for Sir Henry Cole by his printer friend John Calcott Horsley. Cole sent the design to personal and business acquaintances to bid them a Merry Christmas. One area of the family scene depicted showed a young child drinking from a glass of wine; an inclusion that caused some controversy. Cole had helped to introduce the Penny Post three years previously and the invention of Christmas cards proved a shrewd move.

A change in designs

It is a common misconception today that early Christmas cards focussed on religious themes. However, they frequently entailed more fanciful designs such as flowers and animals to represent the fact that spring was just around the corner. The introduction of religious themes and winter scenery soon followed as the idea of Christmas cards spread into America thanks to printer Louis Prang.

Modern day options

The options to those looking to send christmas cards in the modern day have greatly increased and funny cards are especially popular. Personalised Christmas cards are also enjoying a real upturn in sales. This approach allows the sender to create their own card design through online tools, before ordering. You can have some real fun personalising your cards and the outcome is one that can be kept by your loved ones for years to come.

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