A little help from the North Pole
Wondering how it all works? You’ll find answers to our most commonly asked questions below, from personalising your child’s letter to delivery and everything in between. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please get in touch, I’m always happy to help (usually somewhere between creating Christmas magic and wrangling two small boys).
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What makes Acorn Post Santa letters special?
Each Acorn Post letter is designed to make the magic of Santa feel wonderfully real. From beautiful letterpress and gold foil details to the envelope, stamps, seals and tiny North Pole touches, every element has been carefully considered. Rather than focusing on Christmas wish lists, our letters celebrate your child - their milestones, little achievements and the things that make them uniquely them. The result is a magical moment now, and a beautiful keepsake to treasure long after they’ve stopped listening for sleigh bells.
How do I personalise my Santa letter?
Personalising your letter is easy. When choosing your letter, you’ll be asked to share a few special details about your child, such as their name, age and something you’d love Santa to mention. These details are thoughtfully woven into the letter, making it feel as though Santa really does know exactly what they’ve been up to.
How long will my Santa letter take to arrive?
Once your order is placed, I’ll get to work creating your child’s letter and preparing all of its special details. As each Acorn Post letter is personalised and carefully assembled by hand. Please allow 5-10 business days, depending on your personalisation options, for your order to be dispatched during the Christmas season.
All Acorn Post orders are lovingly prepared and sent from Auckland, New Zealand. Delivery times will vary depending on your chosen shipping option and destination.
Does my Santa letter arrive sealed?
Your Santa letter is designed to arrive looking every bit as magical as something sent straight from the North Pole, while still giving grown-ups the opportunity for one final check before the big reveal.
The envelope arrives unsealed, with the letter inside the envelope, so you can quietly check everything is perfect before sealing it with the provided wax-seal ready for your child to discover.
Is there a discount for ordering letters for siblings?
Absolutely. Christmas magic is even better when no one misses out. If you’re ordering for more than one child, 5% will automatically be applied at checkout for two letters, 10% for three letters and 15% for four or more.
We’ve also created different letter variations, so siblings can each receive their own special message from Santa without their letters feeling the same.
Will siblings receive the same Santa letter?
No. We know there’s a very good chance Santa’s letters will be read side by side. That’s why we offer different letter variations, allowing siblings to receive letters with different wording while still capturing the same Acorn Post magic.
Can I preview my letter before placing my order?
Yes. As you enter your child’s personalised details, you’ll see them appear live on the letter, so you can see exactly how everything will read before placing your order. Please take a moment to check names, spelling and all personalised details carefully, as the version you approve at checkout is the version we’ll lovingly create for you.
Can I make changes after placing my order?
Of course. We know little mistakes happen. If you need to make a change, please email us within 24 hours of placing your order and we’ll do our best to update it before it goes into production. After this time, we can’t guarantee changes will be possible.
Where do you deliver?
We deliver Acorn Post magic New Zealand-wide. Shipping rates are calculated at checkout and will vary depending on your delivery location and chosen shipping option.
What happens if my letter doesn’t arrive?
If your order hasn’t arrived within 10 days of receiving your dispatch confirmation email, please get in touch via email and I’ll look into it for you. We want to make sure every special delivery finds its way to the right little person.
Can I send a Santa letter as a gift?
Absolutely. Simply personalise the letter for the lucky little recipient and enter their delivery address at checkout. It’s a lovely way to send a little Christmas magic to a child you love, even when you can’t be there to deliver it yourself.
Do you accept returns or refunds?
As every Acorn Post letter is created especially for your child using the personalisation you provide, we’re unable to offer returns or refunds for change of mind or errors in submitted details. If something has gone wrong at our end, however, please get in touch and we’ll make it right.
When should I order to make sure my letter arrives before Christmas?
To give Santa’s post plenty of time to make its way to you, Christmas orders close on 10 December. We recommend ordering as early as possible during the busy festive season; you can always tuck your letter somewhere safe until you’re ready for the magic to begin.
Why do you use AI-generated imagery?
We use AI as a creative tool to bring the world of Acorn Post to life in a way that feels imaginative, beautiful and uniquely ours.
Most importantly, it allows us to create magical moments without using photographs of real children. Our letters are made for real children and real families, but their privacy and safety will always come first.
For us, authenticity comes from the story, the care and the intention behind what we create, not simply how an image is made.
The magic is real. The people are protected. And the stories belong to you.
Whether you have a question about your order, need a little help with personalisation, or simply want to know more about Acorn Post, I’d love to hear from you. Send me a message using the form below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can, usually somewhere between making Christmas magic and keeping up with my two little boys. During our busy Christmas season, replies may take a little longer, but every message will be read and answered with care.