Gift wrapping ideas, step by step
30 tutorials published
Learn how to fold neat pleats into wrapping paper before you wrap: how much extra paper to allow, how to keep the folds straight, and how to turn one pleat into a pocket for a tag or sprig.
Learn how to wrap a gift in a square of cloth with no tape: choosing fabric, working out the size, folding the corners over a box and tying a flat square knot, plus versions for books and bottles.
Three tidy ways to wrap a bottle as a gift: roll it in paper with a pleated base and gathered neck, stand it in a tall bag, or knot a square of cloth around the neck.
Learn simple ways to wrap gifts that are not boxes: roll and tie cylinders, gather round items into a pouch, give soft items structure, and know when a bag, box or cloth is the better choice.
Learn how to layer two papers on one gift: wrap a solid base, then add a belly band with folded edges or a diagonal contrast panel, with tips on sizing, placement and paper combinations.
Learn how to wrap gifts in a clean, simple style: choosing a small palette, picking paper that folds crisply, and finishing with one accent such as a thin ribbon, a paper band or a plain tag.
Simple ways to decorate brown kraft paper: stamped dots, pen patterns, twine with natural toppers, wide ribbon, patterned paper bands and contrasting tags.
Compare glossy, matte, kraft, tissue and foil wrapping paper, see how each one folds and tapes, and learn which to pick for the gift you are wrapping.
Wrap a box with no tape at all using a folded pocket, tucked end flaps and firm creases, then lock it with ribbon, twine or a sticker seal.
Learn the diagonal wrap: set the box at an angle on the sheet, fold the four paper corners over in turn, and cover a box with a piece that looked too small.
Turn one sheet of wrapping paper into a standing gift bag with a flat base, a folded cuff and ribbon handles, using only folds, tape and a hole punch.
Learn how to line a gift box with tissue paper, wrap a soft item as a tied pouch, and seal it all without tearing the sheets.
