When you’ve put a lot of thought into buying the perfect gift, sometimes you want to go a step further with your wrapping, too. Gift wrapping ideas can be hard to come by, especially if you have lots of different gifts to wrap. Read on for ten beautiful gift wrapping ideas that will make your recipient feel special.
1) Tea towel wrapping
Everyone will appreciate an extra tea towel in their home, and they can make a practical yet attractive gift. Choose a tea towel with a lovely pattern or colour palette, and use this to wrap your gift. This works especially well if your presents are kitchen themed, but it can be used for anything. Simply secure it with some gorgeous twine, and you have a quick and easy gift wrapping solution without the need for any tape. Your recipient is bound to love the extra gift, and this gift wrapping technique is also eco-friendly. You can find some more eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas in our blog post.
2) 3D gift wrapping
Who says that gift wrapping needs to be 2-dimensional? With this creative gift wrapping idea, you can create stunning 3D gift wrap that’ll bring a smile to anyone’s face. Take a look at the above example – you can try adding a toy car to your gift for a present that we doubt they’ll have ever seen before! This hack can be done in so many ways, too. You could use any small toy or figurine that you wish, or try fastening a small gift to the outside of your main present to kill two birds with one stone.
3) Metallic detailing
Sometimes, less is more. If you want an understated gift wrapping idea that still looks like you’ve put effort in, then this could be the perfect gift wrap design. Simply take some plain wrapping paper (brown looks particularly good) and draw on your own accents using a metallic pen. This simple hack really elevates your gift wrap and is very simple to do. Plus, you can pair it with some metallic bakers twine for an added flourish.
4) Watercolour paper
If you’re a fan of DIY crafts, then this gift wrapping tip could be ideal for you. Let your creative juices flow by using watercolour paints to create your own stunning gift wrap. This adds a personal touch to your gift wrapping, since it’s all been made by you. Plus, you can choose any colour scheme or patterns that you like! Just be sure to let your paper dry properly before you wrap your gifts.
5) Use photographs
Looking for a personal way to make your gift wrapping really shine? Simply print out a photograph of your choice and fasten it to your gift. You could use string or twine to hold it in place, so that you don’t risk damaging it by using tape, and your recipient can keep the photo as an added extra. Polaroid style photographs look especially good when using this technique.
6) Newspaper wrapping
Wrapping gifts in newspaper is one of the oldest tricks in the book when you find yourself without any wrapping paper. But, this hack can actually look amazing when executed right. A page that’s filled with mostly black and white text can look incredible when paired with some coloured twine or ribbon for a pop of colour. Or, keep with neutral tones and tie off with some natural macrame twine to add to the classic feel of your gift wrap.
7) Use map prints
Perfect for the travel fanatics in your life, why not try wrapping gifts in a map? You can print your own online or use a map that you just have lying around. A vintage map with some flax twine can create a classic, antique feel to your gift wrapping, while a newer map can be a fun, bright way of wrapping your gifts. You could even choose a map of a location that holds special memories between you and the recipient – it won’t go unnoticed.
8) Display your jewellery
If you’re treating that special someone to some gorgeous new jewellery, why not show it off as much as possible? This gift wrapping tip includes using jewellery, such as a bracelet or ring, to tie your gift wrapping together. Like seen in the example above, you can use a gorgeous piece of jewellery as an accent on your gift, holding it in place with some decorative ribbon twine. You’re bound to impress with your luxurious gift wrapping, and the recipient will be thrilled when they learn that they get to keep it in the end.
9) Wax seal stamp
If you’re looking for a signature way to wrap all of your gifts, then this gift wrapping idea is ideal. Simple use a wax seal stamp to fasten together your wrapping paper or twine for a vintage yet personal look. You can get custom wax stamps of pretty much any design you like, and use it again and again to put your stamp on the gifts you wrap. These wax seals often look better with plain wrapping paper or a subtle pattern so that they can be the star of the show.
10) Snowflake accent
Most people have fond childhood memories of creating adorable paper snowflakes. They’re incredibly simple to make, and add a gorgeous accent to any gift. All you have to do is cut out your snowflake and secure it to your present with some natural cotton string or any twine you like. This is a cheap and easy way to embellish your gift wrapping – why not give it a go? If you’d like more wrapping ideas for Christmas, then give our other article a read or take a look at our range of Christmas twines.
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