Christmas
Funny Christmas Shirt Ideas: A Role for Everyone in the House
Funny Christmas shirt ideas built around house roles, with a family photo plan, the bundle deal and the date to order by.
Every house has the same Christmas cast. Someone holds the ladder, someone waters the tree once and takes credit all month, someone wraps everything at midnight, and the pets have their own plans for the ornaments. Funny Christmas shirts are better when they give each person a part instead of the same reindeer on twelve chests.
Here are our favorite role shirts for the season, a simple way to plan the family photo, and the date to order by. You can see every option in our funny Christmas shirts collection.
The tree crew
- Measured Twice. Still Too Tall.: for the one who picks the tree and then has to cut the top off in the living room.
- Official Ladder Holder: for the helper who does not climb, but is very supportive from the ground.
- I Watered the Tree Once: for the person who did it one time in early December and will mention it until January.
- Untangling Lights Since November: for whoever owns the box of lights and the patience that goes with it.
The gift department
- Knight of the Wrapping Tube: for the wrapper who uses the empty tube as a sword the second the paper runs out.
- Early Shopper. Late Wrapper.: bought everything in October, wrapping it all on the 24th.
- The Receipt Is in the Box: for the practical giver. Funny, and also true.
The snack and couch crew
- Ate Tomorrow's Chocolate: for anyone who has opened two advent calendar doors at once.
- Our Fireplace Is on TV: for the apartment crowd and the cozy streaming household.
- Matching Pajamas Were Not My Idea: for the relative who agreed to the family photo under protest.
The pets, who are in charge
- The Cat Drinks the Tree Water: every cat household knows.
- The Dog Took the Nose: for the snowman that lost a carrot and the dog who is not sorry.
- Tree Review: One Star, Would Knock Over Again: a pet review of your decorating.
More pet picks are in the Cat People and Dog People collections.
The one who decides when it starts
Every house has someone who puts up the tree the day after Thanksgiving, or before. Give them Christmas Starts When I Say So, also as a hoodie and a tee.
A simple plan for the family photo
- Give each person a role. Let everyone pick the joke that fits them. That is what makes the photo funny.
- Pick one shared color. Choose the same color where it is offered and a mix of designs still looks planned.
- Mix styles freely. Sweatshirts for the cold crowd, hoodies for the couch, tees for warm weather cousins.
Want the classic matching look instead? See our matching family Christmas sweatshirts guide.
Prices and the bundle deal
Sweatshirts are $44.99, hoodies $49.99 and tees from $29.99. Buy any 2 and save 15%, taken off automatically at checkout, and US orders over $50 ship free. Two roles for two people is the easy way to use both.
When to order
Every piece is printed to order in the US and most orders arrive in 6 to 11 business days. Order by Tuesday, December 8 for the best chance of delivery before Christmas on Friday, December 25. Ordering by December 1 gives you the most room. Still short on time? Our last minute Christmas gifts that still arrive guide has options.
For more ideas, read the funny Christmas gift guide, the Secret Santa gifts under $50 list and our ugly sweater party ideas, or browse all funny Christmas gifts.
FAQ
When should I order Christmas shirts to get them in time?
Every piece is printed to order in the US and most orders arrive in 6 to 11 business days. Order by Tuesday, December 8 for the best chance of delivery before Christmas on Friday, December 25. Ordering by December 1 gives you the most room.
Is there a discount for buying more than one?
Yes. Buy any 2 items and save 15%, taken off automatically at checkout until December 31. US orders over $50 also ship free, and the two offers work together.
Do these come as tees, sweatshirts and hoodies?
Most of the roles in this guide come as a crewneck sweatshirt and a hoodie, and some also come as a tee. Check the style picker on each product page.
What sizes are available?
Adult unisex sizes S to 3XL on most designs. The fit is relaxed, so most people stay with their usual size and go one up for layering.
What if I miss the December 8 date?
Order anyway if the gift can arrive a little late, or send a digital gift card, which arrives by email right away.