Homemade Holiday Cards (Using Baker’s Twine)

If you love sending out personalized Christmas cards, why not try making your own? With this tutorial for homemade holiday cards, I will share with you two easy, professional-looking versions that you can make quickly and easily! Sending holiday cheer has never been easier!

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How To Make Homemade Holiday Cards

There are many holiday traditions that I still do, but that aren't quite as popular nowadays. Even so, one of my favorites that falls into this category is sending out handmade Christmas cards!

I love catching up on the year's news through reading the updates and seeing the pictures of the kids! And, I also love sending out holiday cards of my own. But, rather than sending out a typical photo card, I like to take it a step further.

Instead of buying my cards, I prefer to make them!

Now, before you start saying how big a project like that is, I don't make ALL of my cards. I do actually send out photo cards to certain people. I just make the ones where I want to write nice notes and more personalized messages.

Yes, it's more time-consuming than simply buying a huge stack of identical cards. BUT, it also adds a personal touch that money can't buy – and it doesn't take nearly as long as you may think!

Today, I am going to walk you through the process of making my version of DIY Christmas cards using baker's twine. I have two different card designs you can choose from, and both only take minutes to make.

You CAN whip up a few handmade holiday cards for your family and friends this year – I promise!

NOTE: If you love Christmas crafting, keep the Christmas crafting fun going with our DIY Christmas Pot Holders, Vinyl Christmas Ornaments, and DIY Nativity Scene Made With Christmas Jars!

Supplies Needed To Make Homemade Holiday Cards

Remember how I mentioned I have 2 different designs? I will show you how to make both card designs below. Here are the supplies you'll need for both Christmas card designs.

• Blank cards (I used glitter cards and some silver ones I had on hand, but you can use glitter cardstock instead.)
• Christmas colored baker’s twine
• White glue or Tacky glue
• Flat back miniature lights
• Letter stickers

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How To Make Christmas Light Homemade Holiday Card

I am starting with the version that has the miniature lights on the front. I love this design!

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Step 1: Add Holiday Sentiment To The Inside Of The Card

I started by adding a holiday sentiment to the inside of the card with the alphabet stickers. You can choose to add any words you would like – I simply chose “Happy Holidays”.

I recommend making the letters crooked on purpose so you don't have to get fussy about how you place them to make sure they look great.

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Step 2: Glue Baker's Twine To The Front Of The Card

Then, add a couple of beads of glue to the front where you would like your strings of lights to be. Place baker's twine onto those glue beads and press lightly into place. Trim off any excess twine.

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Step 3: Glue Lights To The Front Of The Card

Use tacky glue and start adding the lights to the front of the card. Allow the entire thing to dry flat before moving.

That's it! Super simple, right?

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This fun card can be made in only minutes, and your recipient will love getting a thoughtful, handmade card this holiday season.

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How To Make Baker's Twine Homemade Holiday Cards

I couldn't just stop there! These cards were just too easy to make. I decided to do one more version of these baker's twine Christmas cards.

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This time, you really just need twine, glue, and a blank card. You might even already have everything you need on hand.

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Step 1: Write Out Word With Glue

Write out your word in tacky glue onto the front of the card. Just use the glue tip like a pen and write the word in cursive as shown below.

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Step 2: Add Baker's Twine On Top Of The Glue

Then, just lay the baker's twine into the glue, going slowly and pressing into the glue as you go along.

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Step 3: Trim Baker's Twine

Trim the twine when complete and allow it to dry completely. I did a few words in my examples below, but you can use any word that means Christmas to you!

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I love the simplicity of these fun cards! The kids might even enjoy joining in and making some baker's twine DIY Christmas cards of their very own!

Just go ahead and order your supplies so you can give handmade holiday cards a try this year.

FAQs About Homemade Holiday Cards

Here are a couple of common questions I get from readers about making these homemade holiday cards. If you have a question but don’t see it down below, please leave it in the comments so I can answer it for you.

Can I Use Jute Twine For A Farmhouse-Style Card?

Jute twine is a little thicker than baker's twine. While I imagine it would look beautiful, I don't think the glue would hold it on securely enough. I recommend going a little heavier with the glue if you decide to try it.

Can I Use Hot Glue For This Project?

No. I do not recommend using hot glue for this project because you will have to work quickly to write out your word, then add the twine. To me, this is more stressful compared to using regular tacky glue.

What Other Words Could I Use For The Twine Card?

You can use any word that you like for your twine cards! However, I do recommend going with a short word, so the card is easier to make. If you need more word ideas, below are a few more options!

• Merry
• Jolly
• Holly
• Xmas
• Jingle
• Noel
• Faith

Can I Use Cardstock Paper To Make Cards?

I love using pre-cut cards because they're already cut and shaped. That way, all you have to do is decorate. It's faster and about the same cost.

However, if you want to do these entirely from scratch, then yes, I recommend using cardstock paper because it's thicker and sturdier!

12 More Christmas Crafts

Do you love these homemade holiday cards and are looking for more Christmas crafts? Then check out the projects below!

• Free Christmas Countdown Calendar Printable
• DIY Wood Slice Snowman from DIY Inspired
• Mason Jar Christmas Craft Snow Globe Toppers
• Fun Paper Ornament from 100 Directions
• Pallet Christmas Tree: Farmhouse Style Christmas Decor
• Fringed Juice Lid Ornament from My Very Educated Mother
• Christmas Gnome: Make Your Own Scandinavian Gnome
• Filled With Christmas Joy Frame from Frog Prince Paperie
• Christmas DIY Candy Garland
• Cinnamon Stick Ornament Car Air Freshener from Stuff ‘n Such
• Embroidery Hoop Christmas Wreath
• Simple Holiday Gift Box from 30 Minute Crafts

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