Supplies you’ll need:
2. Draw paper around smoothly and tape with double stick tape.
3. If you do have excess paper, fold over to created the right fit.
4. Use double stick tape to secure the second side in place.
5. Fold down the top part of the wrapping paper and tape in place.
6. Crease the sides and fold inward. Fold the bottom flap into a triangle {fold tip if desired}. Tape in place.
7. Tape the bottom flap to the box. Repeat steps 5 – 7 for the other side.
The bow on top was created using recycled ribbons.
Add a card, gift tag or small ornament to personalize the gift.
Recycling ribbon is also a good thing, but what if it’s wrinkled? Real Simple shows us a great technique to get the kinks out using a flat iron.
Are your gift wrap supplies out of control? For gift wrap storage solutions go here.
Keeping gift wrap supplies neatly organized is a year-around task, but during the holiday season it can get out of control. Here are five different gift wrap storage solutions designed to help you organize all those pretty tags, papers and ribbons.
1. The Wall-Mounted Craft Organizer from Pottery Barn is one of my favorite. This space saver is designed so you have all your gift wrap supplies in easy reach.
2. Ballard Designs’ Wrapping Cart is very comprehensive. I love how it has hidden casters and can be rolled away when not in use. Thanks to Deliciously Organized for pointing this one out!
3. Organize.com’s Underbed Storage Chest for gift wrap is an affordable solution for those with limited storage options. Having a pair of these storage chest would be ideal – one for everyday gift wrap needs and one designated for the holidays. And of course this storage solution doesn’t have to go under your bed – it is also suitable for the closet, garage or attic.
4. Another affordable and space saving gift wrap solution is the Hanging Gift Wrap Organizer from the Container Store. Perfect to hang in a closet or on a door or wall hook.
5. For those of you with very limited storage space, a series of stacking vintage suitcase would cleverly store gift wrap. Thank you Apartment Therapy for this fun idea!
Which solution is right for you and your space?
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