Everyone enjoys receiving gifts from time to time. And giving gifts can be just as enjoyable. One of the perks of gift-giving is wrapping it. There are lots of ways you can make a gift more visually appealing. Other than choosing stunning wrapping paper or a whimsical gift bag, you can put some of these alternatives to use on your next gift giving occasion.
1. Embellishments
One of the easiest ways to amp up your gift wrapping is to add some embellishments like holiday gift stickers, glitter, or pom poms. Ribbons are another favorite add-on that can change the look and feel of a present whether it’s for Christmas, a birthday, a graduation, or other celebratory events. Embellishments are a great way to bring some personalization and character to a gift. This is one way to encourage people to slow down and appreciate the experience of receiving.
2. Reusable Gift Wrap
Reusable gift wrap is a great idea for the eco-conscious individual and those who enjoy saving money. There are a plethora of options when it comes to reusable gift wrappings. You can go with fabric, a scarf, printed burlap bags, or something uniquely different. Choosing to wrap with reusable materials gives you more design choices. If you like to slowly unwrap presents and gently fold the wrapping paper to reuse on another gift or to add to a scrapbook, then reusable gift wrap may be the choice for you.
3. Gift Bags
When you’re not the best at wrapping gifts and dread trying to hide the tape and trying to get straight lines, or you have an awkwardly shaped gift that will be an absolute nightmare to try and gift wrap. Gift bags are great for embellishments like tissue paper, stickers, and tasseled cording. A gift bag is a blank slate for your creativity, so use it as your canvas to create a truly memorable present.
4. Get Crafty
Here’s the perfect place to let your creativity shine. When wrapping a gift you can get crafty. Adding something homemade to your gifts can make them extra special. Handmade ornaments, flocking with faux snow, and handmade snowflakes are fun and crafty ways to make your gift stand out on the gift table or under the tree.
5. Gift Tags
Whether it’s clear who the gift is for or not, a gift tag is a special touch that can put a gift over the top visually. Gift tags make presents look well thought out and professionally done. Go with a traditionally geometric-shaped tag or something more unique like a die-cut shape of a baby bottle for a baby shower, bells for a wedding, or a grad cap for graduations. Gift tags are highly versatile and come with the bonus of being used as a keepsake or a thank you card reminder.
If you play your cards right, the recipient of your gift will remember the wrapping just as well as they do the present itself. Wrapping a gift should be fun and receiving should be special. There’s no better feeling than knowing that someone has given you a gift filled with thought from start to finish. It makes you feel special. So try out some of these tips for crafting more visually appealing presents and discover a new joy in gift giving.
