Three ways to add some festive cheer to your gift wrapping
Sometimes adding a personal touch makes all the difference and the best part is that it can be cost effective.
It's that time of year when everyone is excited about the Christmas cheer. It is also that time of year when gifting (in whatever form) is encouraged.
Adding your personal touch to gifts is a great way to make people feel special. Sometimes, a gift tag or patterned gift wrap on your holiday presents can leave a lasting impression.
This Christmas, we've found some gift-wrapping techniques that will take your gifts to a whole level.
This first video shows how you can quickly wrap a shirt and make it look fancy. Of course, this was a T-shirt but you could easily use the same method for a formal shirt.
Check out the video from TikTok below.
@mama_mila_ How to wrap a shirt, as a shirt 🎁 save this simple trick to add some extra joy to your Christmas gifting this year 🎄 #christmastiktok #christmasdecor #giftwrapping #giftwrappinghacks #christmas2023 ♬ last xmas - kpopvrycs⁷
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This second gift-wrapping technique is perfect for gifts that don't fit into a box. Kid's gifts, in particular, can be tricky to wrap, but this method is both efficient and creative, making wrapping a breeze..
Watch how this woman turns her gift wrap into a bag – courtesy of TikTok.
@naturallyhandmade_ Wrapping hard to wrap children’s presents #christmasgiftrapping #hardtowrap #howtogiftwrap #giftwrappibg #tiktokideas2021 #xmascrafting #xmascraft ♬ Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town - Mariah Carey
While giving a gift card might feel impersonal, the truth is that some people actually prefer them. The key is to make it special — add a personal touch with festive wrapping to turn it into a thoughtful gift.
Check this video on how to wrap a gift card from TikTok.
@beeandblooms Replying to @Amber_nicole86 There are a couple of ways, but this is one of my favorites 🎁 Hope this helps! #wrappinggifts #giftwrapping #wrapping #howtowrap #wrappinghacks #beeandbloomswraps ♬ Last Christmas - Backstreet Boys
This one is for those who want to go off-script and try something completely different. But a word of caution – this technique is best for those who aren't attached to the traditional unwrapping experience (aka the tear method).
Try using fabric to wrap your gifts for a unique and memorable twist that adds both style and texture to your present.
Check out the video below, which is courtesy of TikTok.
@thesamesstyle Wrapping with fabric is such a unique way to wrap a gift. It’s also very inexpensive, I bought this fabric from the dollar store. It’s reusable and very pretty. The best of both worlds! How to: 1. Start with a square shaped piece of fabric 2. Lay your fabric out with corner facing you 3. Place gift in Center 4. Fold over fabric from the top and bottom 5. Tie remaining sides of fabric together and tuck excess fabric underneath the knot . . . . . . . . . . . #wrappingpaper #diywrapping #giftwrap #giftwrappingideas #holidaywrapping #christmaswrapping #christmaswrappingpaper #christmasdiy #christmasdecor #christmasbudget #holidaydecorating #christmasinspiration #christmasinspo #holidayinspo #prettygifts #christmasdesign #christmasblogger #christmasideas #christmastime #christmashomedecor #christmashome #xmasdiy #holidaydiy #holidaystyle #christmasstyle #christmasstyling #makeyourown #giftgivingideas #rusticstyle ♬ Famous Christmas songs / Orchestra arrangement(150588) - MIZUSATO Masaki
This final hack covers it all in one video: this woman demonstrates clever wrapping techniques for irregular-shaped items.
Watch how she tackles a bottle, a cap, a kid's stuffed toy and a round item – courtesy of TikTok.
@mama_mila_ 4 of best ways to wrap the trickiest shaped gifts 🎁 save this video for when you need it this season! What should I wrap next? #giftwrapping #giftwrap #christmas #christmastiktok #foldinghacks #howtowrapapresent ♬ It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Andy Williams
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