Homemade Wrapping Paper Ideas
Creative Gift Wrap in a Snap
By Kay Ray, published Jul 21, 2006
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We’ve all found ourselves without wrapping paper for a last-minute present, and when discovering there isn’t any wrapping paper, it’s sometimes necessary to improvise. It’s not always convenient to run to the store, and wrapping paper isn’t exactly cheap.Everyone likes to unwrap a special gift, especially kids, so instead of giving an unwrapped present or making an unplanned trip to the store, consider the following ideas for homemade wrapping paper. These creative gift wrap ideas are great for last-minute gifts, and these ideas can also save a considerable amount of money.
Make the next present you give extra special by wrapping it in homemade wrapping paper. Homemade wrapping paper is often more decorative and impressive than the store-bought variety, and it can make an ordinary present extraordinary.
Aluminum Foil and Colored Plastic Wrap
Wrapping a gift in aluminum foil isn’t a new concept, but wrapping a gift in aluminum foil and covering the foil with colored plastic wrap gives an old standby a whole new look. Simply wrap your present with a sheet of aluminum foil, with the shiny side out, and press the foil into place. Tightly cover the foil-wrapped gift with colored plastic wrap. You don’t even need tape for this creatively wrapped gift.
Kids and Plain White Paper
If your child is going to another child’s birthday party and you discover you’re out of wrapping paper, don’t panic. White shelf paper or construction paper and coloring supplies will solve the problem.
Have your child draw and color their favorite designs, and add special birthday wishes. If you really want to get creative have your child add designs with glitter glue, puff paint, stickers, or any other decorative touches you desire. Wrap the gift with this creative homemade wrapping paper, and your child’s gift is ready to go.
Wrap a Very Special Baby Gift
Homemade Wrapping Paper Ideas
Don't throw away old Mylar balloons. Make them into creative and colorful gift bags.
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Did You Know?
Mylar balloons came to NYC in the late 1970's, and they are said to last about 30 times longer than regular balloons.
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