From “How It Started” to “How It’s Going”: The Perfect Holiday Card Trend You Need to Try

Hey holiday lovers! It’s your go-to Holiday Little Assistant here. Lately, everyone’s been buzzing about those hilarious “how it started vs how it’s going” holiday cards – and for good reason! These side-by-side photos have taken over social media, making them the hottest way to share your family’s year in a nutshell. Let me break down why this trend’s so awesome and how you can nail your own version.

Why “How It Started How It’s Going” Cards Are EVERYWHERE

Remember that viral meme format? Well, it’s gotten a festive makeover! People are using it to show everything from baby’s first Christmas to pandemic transformations (“2020 us vs 2023 us” with masks vs no masks gets me every time). The beauty is in the storytelling – one glance and your whole year’s journey shines through. Pro tip: Use your actual holiday decorations from January vs December for maximum effect!

Questions Related to Creating Your Perfect Card

What photos work best? Go for contrast! New puppy vs grown dog, empty house vs holiday decorations, or even comparing last year’s baking fail to this year’s perfect cookies. The more dramatic the difference, the funnier it is.

Where to print them? Most online card services like Shutterfly or Minted now offer “how it started” templates. Local print shops can also whip these up in 1-2 days if you’re last-minute (no judgment!).

How to caption it? Keep it simple like the meme (“Nailed it!” or “Well… that happened”) or get festive (“Santa’s workshop: before elf help vs after”). Puns always win!

This trend isn’t just funny – it’s become the ultimate way to document your family’s growth during the holidays. Whether you go sentimental or totally ridiculous (looking at you, people who use baby vs adult holiday pajama pics), these cards guarantee yours will stand out in the mailbox pile. Now grab those before/after photos and start creating – your funniest holiday card yet is waiting to happen!

Faqpro Thanks for reading, I hope this gives you all the inspo to create your viral-worthy “how it started how it’s going” holiday masterpiece! Need more ideas? Hit me up – I live for this stuff!