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Handmade Christmas cards are fun to make and receive. Stephen Pingry/Tulsa World

by Kim Brown

"It happens every year: I receive a beautiful, handmade Christmas card and I promise myself that I'll make my own next year.I can do it. I'm relatively crafty, after all. 

Then next year rolls around, and inevitably I'll see a box of cards on sale, and that's all she wrote. 

But, rather than scolding myself, this year I noticed that pre-made holiday cards are so intricate, hip and well-crafted that I feel guilty no more. 

Many even have a photo insert, so you or your kids can pick out photos to send to each friend or relative — the pressure of taking one perfect holiday photo is off. 

If you do want to go the handmade route, there are plenty of easy ways to make it fun rather than stressful....."

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