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Our Christmas Cards with Kristal of Kands.Co

December 14, 2017 By Ruthie Ridley 31 Comments

Coronado Beach San Diego: Family photos on the most gorgeous beach with the most magical sunset!

 

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Our time at Coronado Beach this summer was so magical! Right after the shoot I told Ben, we are using one of these photos for our Christmas card this year! The day we took these photos it was our 9 year anniversary.  Our very first anniversary spent with the kids actually! It was so so special!

This year I have been making a huge effort to shop small and support local businesses.  I too, plan on being a business owner someday and really recognize the importance of supporting one another.  This is the first year in a while that we are sending out Christmas cards! I have wanted to year after year, but as always, the season snuck up on me and I could never get them out in time, or felt that it was way too expensive!

Coronado Beach San Diego: Family photos on the most gorgeous beach with the most magical sunset!

Coronado Beach San Diego: Family photos on the most gorgeous beach with the most magical sunset!

This year our Christmas cards are by Kristal of Kands.Co! I recently discovered her fun and creative Instagram and fell in love! Her design and artwork scream “happy!” This is one of those cards you can have on your fridge all year long and it will always appear relevant and timeless! Krystal was really easy to work with! I decided which design I wanted and then was able to customize my wording.  I chose “All Because Of Him!” She was super flexible and before I knew it, I had these beautiful cards in my hand! Shipping is free and the cost is super affordable!! Check out her shop and more of her designs here. Also, be sure to check back on my Instagram next week! We are going to be hosting a giveaway together! Stay tuned!!

 

 

Photos of Cards By: Nicole Quiroz

Photos On Beach By: Jane Byrd Photography


Filed Under: Life Tagged With: card design, Christmas cards, collaboration

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  1. Amy M Loochtan says

    December 15, 2017 at 5:16 am

    these turned out so beautifully!

  2. Nancy says

    December 15, 2017 at 5:22 am

    I love this! Such a beautiful way to capture the family and to keep friends up to Date

  3. Danielle says

    December 15, 2017 at 5:23 am

    These cards are bEautiful! Your family ks so adorable. I will have to try this company!!

    Keep Sparkling✨
    Danielle
    Sparkling Southerner
    Find me at : Instagram

  4. Courtney Buechle says

    December 15, 2017 at 5:27 am

    Ok! These pictures are way to cute! It look like you all had so much fun!

  5. kage2015 says

    December 15, 2017 at 5:28 am

    Love how easy it is to personalize Christmas cards now with the computer and so many great apps and sites to choose from.

  6. Anna english says

    December 15, 2017 at 5:48 am

    Your cards turned out perfectly! Happy holidays ruthie!

  7. Annette Dattilo says

    December 15, 2017 at 6:29 am

    Love that you used a non Christmas theme for your card so that it can be displayed year round. Great idea.

  8. kelly reci says

    December 15, 2017 at 7:22 am

    Your christmas card is such a beautiful creation. you are so talentd and creative. this is something that i really want to do.

  9. Kate says

    December 15, 2017 at 7:54 am

    Your cards turned out beauitfully! Love that you went with a small Shop to print them!

  10. LuxMommy says

    December 15, 2017 at 8:35 am

    Wow, those turned out amazing. Love all your pics, so fun!

  11. Andy Atsugah says

    December 15, 2017 at 10:49 am

    These cards are looking very beautiful. I do need some for sending to some close friends. so I will look for Kristal of Kands.Co to see if they have some unique designs and similar stuff. thanks for sharing the post.

  12. Gladys parker says

    December 15, 2017 at 11:37 am

    I have not heard of Krystal of Kands.co before now. Your cards are truly beautiful and are a display of her work. When my children were small I wanted, although could not afford custom cards. Now there is no one here to put in the cards with me. There is my children’s families though, quaint idea.

  13. DAWN says

    December 15, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    These cards are perfect and so special!

  14. Kim says

    December 15, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    Oh my gosh your cards turned out so cute! I love the picture!

    xoxo,
    Kim

  15. Rosey says

    December 16, 2017 at 4:27 am

    This is the 1st YEAR in awhile that I haven’t SEnt cards. I love your pictures here.

  16. sarah lindner says

    December 16, 2017 at 5:32 am

    These are such sweet photos, I love them
    Xoxo
    Sarah Lindner
    http://www.TheHouseOfSequins.com

  17. Lisa Rios says

    December 16, 2017 at 5:13 pm

    Those christmas cards are adorable! I love them and you look precious.

  18. Coralie says

    December 16, 2017 at 8:04 pm

    These are really beautiful. I love the pictures that you used. Beaches are the best.

  19. Ada says

    December 16, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    They turned out so cute! Love love love.

  20. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says

    December 17, 2017 at 6:36 am

    Those have to be the prettiest cards I’ve seen for the Holidays! I really like the simplicity and how it captures the love and family! It’s really nice!

  21. Laura Leigh says

    December 17, 2017 at 7:09 am

    These photos are so beautiful and your cards look amazing!!!

    xo Laura Leigh
    http://www.louellareese.com

  22. Melissa says

    December 17, 2017 at 7:32 am

    Awww! How gorgeous are these cards!

  23. Dogvills says

    December 17, 2017 at 10:47 am

    I love the photo you used for your Christmas card. the concept is so unique! I will have to check out Kristal of Kands.co’s Instagram account. It sure like she is a great person to work with. Such creative talent!

  24. Madeline says

    December 17, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    So cute! This was the first year we did christmas cards and they are perfecT!

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    December 18, 2017 at 6:56 am

    I need to try this company for my Christmas cards next year. I’ve already bought them for this year but I like these way better.

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