Written by Acorn Sales Company, manufacturing stamps and seals since 1964 · Reviewed by Holly R, VP of Sales and Marketing at Acorn Sales, against the Acorn Sales holiday stamp, embosser and shipping pages on September 25, 2026 · Updated September 25, 2026
A personalized holiday stamp makes a useful gift because it goes straight to work on cards, envelopes, gift tags and packages. Acorn's holiday designs are all 1-5/8″ square and come in five bodies, from $21.95 for a Shiny Duo hand stamp to $29.95 for pre-inked or wood handle versions. Order early in December and check our shipping page for current delivery options.
Why give a personalized holiday stamp?
It is a gift with a job. A return address stamp saves writing the same three lines on every card, and a gift tag stamp marks every tag with the same design.
Each design carries the recipient's own wording, such as a family name or a return address. The listings suggest them for Christmas cards, envelopes, gift labels, thank-you notes, party invitations and small package mailings.
Holiday stamp gift ideas by recipient
For the family that sends a stack of cards
A holiday return address stamp puts the family name and address on every envelope in one press. The Self-Inking Believe In The Magic Of Christmas return address stamp and the Self-Inking Christmas Joy return address stamp are $26.95 each. For wording help, see our guide to return address stamp wording.
For the person who signs every card by hand
A personalized holiday card stamp adds the greeting and the family name inside the card. The Slim Pre-Inked Joy To The World card stamp and the Slim Pre-Inked Festive Home Sweet Home card stamp are $29.95 and slip into a purse or desk drawer.
For bakers and gift wrappers
Gift tag stamps mark tags, treat bags and bakery boxes. The Gingerbread Bakery Charm Holiday Gift Tag Pre-Inked Stamp is $29.95 in the PSI pre-inked body, which uses an oil-based ink.
For crafters and card makers
The wood handle and Shiny Duo versions take an ink pad of your choice, which suits someone who already owns several colors. The Duo Hand Let It Snow Calligraphy stamp is $21.95, and many wood handle listings note they work with a wide range of inks, including on fabric.
For the book lover or the letter writer
An embosser is the gift that lasts past the season. The Gold Gift Book Embosser and the Gold Gift Address Embosser are $129.95 each, with a polished gold finish, a felt base and a two year warranty on the listing.
Which stamp body should you choose?
Holiday designs are offered in five bodies, and the body sets the price. The artwork does not.
| Body | Price | Ink | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shiny Duo hand stamp | $21.95 | Ink pad sold separately | Modular body with a protective cover |
| Self-inking | $26.95 | Built in, 11 ink colors | One press, no separate pad |
| Slim pre-inked | $29.95 | Built in, red, blue, green, purple or black | Compact; fits a purse or desk drawer |
| PSI pre-inked | $29.95 | Built in, oil-based ink | Smooth, quiet stamping |
| Wood handle | $29.95 | Ink pad needed | Works with a wide range of inks |
For a gift, the self-inking and pre-inked bodies need nothing else, because the ink is built in. Pick the Duo or wood handle for someone who already stamps and has pads. Our self-inking vs pre-inked comparison covers the differences in more detail.
Designs beyond Christmas
Most of the holiday range is Christmas themed, but not all of it. There are winter and snow designs that work through January, New Year greetings such as the Self-Inking Ring In The New Year stamp, and nativity designs such as the Hail To The Radiant Little Ruler nativity stamp.
What to have ready before you order
- The exact wording. Write out each line as it should appear, including the family name and the full address with ZIP+4 for a return address design.
- The ink color. Self-inking bodies offer 11 colors and the Slim pre-inked body offers red, blue, green, purple or black.
- The recipient's current address. If the gift is a surprise, confirm it quietly with someone who knows, so the stamp is right the first time.
When should you order holiday stamps?
Order early in December, and earlier still if the stamp is a gift that has to travel again after it arrives. Most orders ship within one business day, but nothing ships on weekends or holidays.
For faster delivery, UPS 2nd Day Air and UPS Next Day Air are offered, and a rush order submitted before 11 a.m. Eastern on a weekday can often ship the same day for most products. Check our shipping page for current options before you order.
Related guides
- Address and Return Address Stamps and Embossers
- Craft and Art Rubber Stamps: Card Making, Scrapbooking and Paper Craft
- Return Address Stamp Wording: Examples That Fit on Three Lines
- Where a Return Address Goes, and Which Stamp Fits Your Envelope
- Create Magic with These Adorable Holiday Craft Stamps
- Book Embossers Compared
Frequently asked questions
What size are personalized holiday stamps?
Every design in Acorn's holiday and seasonal stamp range is 1-5/8″ square. That fits the upper left corner of an A2 or A7 card envelope with room left for the delivery address.
How much does a personalized holiday stamp cost?
$21.95 for a Shiny Duo hand stamp, $26.95 self-inking, and $29.95 for Slim pre-inked, PSI pre-inked or wood handle. The artwork does not change the price.
Do holiday stamps need an ink pad?
Only the Shiny Duo and wood handle versions. The self-inking, Slim and PSI pre-inked bodies have ink built in, so they are ready to use when the box is opened.
When should I order a holiday stamp as a gift?
Early in December, and earlier if you will be shipping the gift on. Most orders ship within one business day, not on weekends or holidays, and faster UPS options are available. Check the shipping page for current options.
What ink colors are available?
Self-inking holiday stamps come in 11 ink colors. Slim pre-inked stamps come in red, blue, green, purple or black. Wood handle and Duo stamps use whatever pad you pair with them.
Are there holiday gifts besides stamps?
Yes. Gift embossers in gold, chrome, black or pink finishes are $129.95 for book, address or personal designs, and the gold gift embossers list a two year warranty.
Find the design that suits them on our Holiday and Seasonal Stamps page.
