I’m so excited that several Christmas cards I developed for Petite Lemon Prints went live on Shutterfly today! Working on a designer’s schedule means that you do Christmas designs in a very very non-Christmasy season. I worked on these designs in April, and you’d better believe that I was listening to Christmas music the whole time. How else can you get into the Christmas mood? (I laid off the hot chocolate and candy canes, though.)

Petite Lemon was a DELIGHT to work with. I’m not too proud to admit that if I printed out every email with listed revisions from them, I would probably end up with a stack of at least 25 pages, but as a designer, I have come to REALLY appreciate very specific feedback when it comes to revisions. It actually saves a ton of time. And I really can’t argue with Petite Lemon’s style and taste. Their feedback had an amazing way of taking my design to the next level. They know what they’re doing. (I love you, Paula.)

Without further ado, here are the designs that you can order from Shutterfly!! And I’m serving notice right now that I will take it personally if you (all of you reading this) send me a Christmas card that ISN’T one of these this year.

(And for Mike’s sake, I will clarify here that I am absolutely joking about that last line. But you know that nothing will warm my heart more than seeing my own designs come back to me with your photos this holiday season.)

Okay, so you might see a lot of “The Loveland Family” or similar text on most of these. I promise it’s not narcissistic (but it is fun to see all the photos of these “Lovelands” online and pretend they’re us). What it really is is a lack of imagination. As I designed these with Petite Lemon, I sent in over 30 (maybe even over 40?) different designs, and when you’re powering through design ideas, the last thing you want to do is also try to make up new names every time. So that’s why you’re going to see a lot of Lovelands.

Also, I really enjoyed reading Shutterfly’s product descriptions of my cards, so I’ll also share those here so that I am preserving them for my future posterity.

All Is Bright: Wish loved ones warmth and joy this season in this stylishly elegant Christmas card. The words “All is Bright” sparkle in script lettering next to the northern star on a cheery red background. A favorite photo shines brightly.

Starlight Sky: Illuminate a mantle with this star-filled Christmas card. Four favorite photos shine brightly against a midnight sky with the words “All is Bright.” There’s room for everyone’s names on this starry night.

Modern Joy Bliss: Ring in joy with a modern, playful wreath on a favorite photo. There’s room inside this beautiful Christmas card for personalized greetings and everyone’s names.

Shimmering Stars: Add wintry sparkle with shimmering stars in this shining Christmas card. A favorite photo is complemented by a bright red ribbon of warm wishes with room for everyone’s names.

Shimmering Snowflake Tree: Make the holidays really shine this year with a shimmering snowflake Christmas tree. A favorite photo brightens up this whimsical and fun Christmas card. There’s room for everyone’s names below the Christmas wishes.

Pictures in Red: Sometimes one picture is just not enough. This Christmas card lets you show off six favorite photos and everyone’s names on a cranberry-red background. (ed note: This is also available in other colors like blue and brown, but I’m not linking to them all. Also, my name for this one was the “Super Brag” for obvious reasons.)

Oh Ho Ho: Oh, ho, ho, ho says Santa. Show off two favorite photos next to the jolly man in the red suit. There’s room for your own greetings and everyone’s names in this adorable Christmas card.

Classic Modern Wreath: Hang a modern monogrammed wreath on a favorite photo in this stylish Christmas card. Wish family and friends well with a flourishing “Merry Christmas” and everyone’s names. (ed note: Is it classic or is it modern? Both!)

Candy Cane Frames: Eye candy dandy. Wish everyone a Merry Christmas with a Christmas card that’s oh-so-sweet. Candy-cane frames around three photos are a treat for the eyes. There’s room for everyone’s names on a snowy background.

Modern Chocolate Wreath: A modern classic. A sweet yet modern wreath holds an initial on a rich cocoa background in this Christmas card. Add two favorite photos and the names of everyone in your family.

Hip Holly Berry: Hip hip hooray for holly. Whimsical branches add a festive touch to a favorite photo. Add your family name below a message of peace to this modern Christmas card.

So there you go! Merry Christmas a little early! My Christmas gift to you this year was making your Christmas card shopping that much easier.

(Stay tuned for more posts over the next few days that showcase other exciting stuff I’ve worked on this year. Apparently September is a big month for the release of about half of everything I’ve worked on this year! So I’ll have more suggestions on how you can spend your money over the next week!)