This morning I had so much fun on The Better Show talking
about the Rabido's and Rabidon'ts for sending out Christmas and Holiday cards
this season. You can see a clip from the show by clicking on this link: Shawn on Better TV
So many people love to send out photo cards. There are plenty of great sites like
FineStationery.com or Celebrations.com that you can use to produce your cards, but there are a few do's and don'ts
when sending your photo cards.
Rabido - When making a photo card, be sure all the
subjects in the picture are on different levels. This will create depth and the varying height
will make the photo more exciting!
Rabidon't - Don't force anyone into strange poses or
positions! You want everyone to look
natural. When they do, everyone in the
photos will look fabulous!
Rabido - While you don't want everyone in the same
sweater (no ugly sweaters here), you do want everyone to coordinate. So make sure you choose a base color that
coordinates. And have fun! Use ski hats or scarves as accents.
Rabidon't - While it's okay to dress up your pets (come
on, it makes them look that much cuter) it's not okay for people to play dress up for your
holiday card. Save that for Halloween!
Rabido - Use props!
Have fun! Spell out your family
name with giant letters, or spell out words like "JOY",
"NOEL".
Rabidon't - We all have them, but don't use your phone to
take your holiday photo! Use a good camera or
get a friend to take the picture for. No
selfies here!
Rabido - Do make sure you have good natural light! Using natural light will literally make your
photos shine!
Rabidon't - Don't stress if you don't have time to mail
your cards! There are plenty of sites
where you can upload your image, create your greeting and email it to your
friends. And some are even free like
Celebrations.com. Although I would use
this method as a last resort, it's not necessarily a Rabidon't because no one
should stress over sending holiday cards. The holidays can be stressful enough!
Rabido - Get the kids involved! If photo cards aren't your thing, get the
kids to create cards. There are plenty
of DIY kits you can purchase. Have your
kids put the cards together with stickers, strings, ribbons and decals and then
have the family sign and send. It's a
great way to personalize your cards.
Rabidon't - Don't stress this holiday season! If you don't have time to send your cards
wishing your family and friends a Joyous Holiday Season, then send them a card
in January wishing them a Healthy and Prosperous 2014! I'll bet you might even get a few good after
Christmas sales too!
Rabido - Do look for the Shawn Rabideau Stationery line
Christmas cards and all on sale now at www.FineStationery.com. Simply type Shawn Rabideau Christmas in the
search field on the site and you'll find all my current designs.
Until next time!
Cheers!
