Am I the only one who's obsessed with prettily wrapped gifts? I just feel like a nice wrapping job helps to make a gift feel that much more special, and for me, it helps make wrapping gifts fun. Also, they look oh so nice under the tree! Today I wanted to pop in and share how I wrapped my gifts this year, and give you a few tips for how to add that special touch to your own gift wrapping.
My Supplies:
01. Butcher paper + 1 roll of printed wrapping paper (from Target, last year)
02. Assorted twine, ribbon, + string
03. Washi tape
04. Candy canes
05. Evergreen branches
06. Scotch tape + scissors
I wound up using butcher paper this year for the bulk of my gift-wrapping. It's like a blank canvas--you can do whatever you want with it! And it's super cheap--in my case, it's actually leftovers from my wedding reception where we used it to cover the kids' tables.
Tip #1: Keep it Simple
Sometimes the prettiest gifts may be the simplest. Try wrapping a gift in butcher paper, then tie some twine around the middle, and finish it off with a candy cane.
Tip #2: Create Your Own Design
A simple pattern can add the perfect pop to an otherwise drab looking gift. I did a simple star pattern with sharpies (which I'm in love with!) on this one; other patterns I tried were trees and polka dots. So easy (if not a bit time-consuming)!
Tip #3: Layer it!
I feel like this achieves a really sophisticated look. Simply wrap your gift, then cut a strip of a complementary paper to go around the center. Fold the edges under for a cleaner look, then top with a bow!
Tip #4: Toppings!
Finally, my favorite way to bring a gift together is with some pretty twine or ribbon and some kind of topper...my favorites are always tree cuttings and candy canes, since they add such a timeless touch. There are so many other things you can use too, like ornaments, bells, or small gifts--some stores, like Target, also sell a bunch of pretty gift toppers!
Those are some of my favorite ways to wrap gifts. How about you? How are you wrapping your gifts this season?
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