Christmas cards are the perfect way to let loved ones know that you're thinking of them, even when we can't be with them. However, when you have a long list of people you want to send special Christmas wishes to, it can be hard to avoid sending everyone the same message.

We've put together a list of some of our favourite Christmas wishes that are certain to make them smile when they open up their Christmas post.

Simple Christmas Wishes

• Our family wishes you love, joy, and peace … today, tomorrow, and always.
• Wishing you a Christmas that's merry and bright!
• Wishing you peace, love and laughter this holiday season
• Here’s hoping you have a wonderful Christmas filled with special moments you’ll always remember
• May the spirit of Christmas be with you all year round
• Have a holly, jolly Christmas!

Greetings for Friends

• Feeling so grateful this Christmas for having such an amazing friend like you
• I’m wishing you joy and blessings this Christmas. I am so proud to call you my friend and I cherish the time I spend with you.
• The true meaning of Christmas is remembering special people like you
• Your friendship and your love is the best Christmas gift that I could wish for
• I don’t need anything from Santa because I was blessed with such a wonderful friend. Merry Christmas!

Romantic Wishes

• Being with you is the best gift I could ever receive. Merry Christmas my love
• You're the most wonderful part of the most wonderful time of the year
• All I want for Christmas is you
• Christmas is magical because we're together
• You light up my life more than the brightest Christmas lights
• May your Christmas be filled with as much love and joy as you’ve given me

Funny Christmas Greetings

• Have a very merry Christmas and remember calories don't count at Christmas!
• Congratulations! You stayed on my Christmas card list for another year...
• I don’t usually write Christmas cards, but when I do, you bet they all have the same thing written in them!
• I hope you love the present you told me to buy for you
• Three phrases that sum up Christmas are: Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men and Batteries Not Included
• I would say all I want for Christmas is you, but about that handbag…

Christmas Quotes

• "Merry Christmas, you filthy animal!" - Home Alone
• "Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings." – It’s A Wonderful Life
• "To me, you are perfect." – Love Actually
• "God bless us, everyone!" – A Christmas Carol
• "You have such a pretty face, you should be on a Christmas card" - Elf
• "Christmas isn't just a day... it's a frame of mind." - Miracle on 34th Street