Learn the backstory of how the Retro Christmas Card Company came to be. Diane Dempsey, founder of the Retro Christmas Card Company discusses the origins of her company, her love of art and design, and her passion for Christmas. From doodling in elementary school to her career working at Cabbage Patch Kids to starting her own […]
We a happy to have our talented friend Pam working with us as a contributing writer. Creative copywriter and children’s book author. It has been said that October through December is a time of year when happiness is in season. We couldn’t agree more! Autumn’s crisp arrival brings a kaleidoscope of colors and the promise of […]
As Charles Schultz once said, “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” Imagine going to your mailbox and mingled in with the bills, flyers and junk is a cheerful bright red envelope. I love it when that happens! It sends a special Christmastime feeling. Who should we send Christmas cards to? The simple act of […]
Just who is The Retro Christmas Card Company? We aren’t quite what you think of when you see the name “Company”. It’s just the two of us. A wife and husband team that created this little seasonal company as a hobby almost 14 years ago. From the ideas for the designs and illustrations, card greetings and […]
Introducing our New Retro Christmas Cards For 2018! We have focused on creating a new holiday card line that appeals to our loyal followers. This year find Winter Vintage Campers, loads of Mid-Century Modern Houses, plenty of kitsch, neon signs and more than one groovy Santa! Fourteen designs in all plus 3 Variety Packs when […]
Let’s make a Retro Christmas Card Shadow Box! I have created a fun project for you based on our Retro Christmas Cards. Many of the cards from our collection will make super cool shadow boxes. I display mine on the bookshelves in my living room. Here are four examples, utilizing these Retro Christmas Cards: Holiday […]
Vintage StoryBook Christmas Cards were created with inspiration from “Little Golden Books” and the admiration I have for the artists of the golden age of illustration. This year I worked on my first children’s book in collaboration with a writer who is a dear friend of mine. The research that I did for this project […]
Christmastime cheer is for everyone. Introducing the LGBT Christmas Cards Collection. ” We are sorry but for the time being we had to discontinue the LBGT Cards line. Once we find a new supplier we will reinstate it”. Here at The Retro Christmas Card Company we want to always be inclusive in the visual […]
Thanks for taking time to sit down with a hot cocoa and read through our blog. We love all things nostalgic and especially vintage Christmas. Check back often to see our fun posts including Mid-century Merry Maker projects, retro recipes, and musings. You may even look over my shoulder as I design the next batch of Retro Christmas Cards.
