One-of-a-kind Gift Wrapping Ideas

Anyone can quickly wrap a gift with purchased paper and a cheap stick-on bow. I prefer the alternative - a beautiful, one-of-a kind present that looks just as special as what is inside! Creating spectacular wrapped gifts that recipients will rave over is easy – here’s how. Begin by collecting or buying gift-wrapping supplies. My favorite place to shop for them is the local thrift store. It has a bonanza of unique items for you to use if you will let your imagination go beyond the obvious. 

First you need a container to put your gift inside. You will always find a large array of boxes, either plain or decorated. They may have held candy, cigars, stationery, toys, or dainties. I like ones that need no wrapping, are already beautiful, and only need “add-ons”. You may also use a can to hold your gift; there are always dozens to choose from. Some are Christmas cans, some Valentine or Easter cans. Most held cookies or popcorn and come in a variety of sizes. 

This is a good choice if you want to camouflage your present’s shape. If your gift is firm in nature, such as a toy, tool, or dish, you can always “bag-it”. Check out all the fabric available. There are wonderful tablecloths, curtains, ponchos and skirts; anything big enough to cut into a square that is larger than your present. Put the gift in the middle, pull up the corners, and tie with a ribbon. I always check out the wallpaper rolls as well. I may want them for wrapping a plain box. People seem to get rid of the unused portions instead of saving them for future uses. A partial roll of shelf paper is also good to pick up. Now you are ready for the ribbons and bows.