Good things come in packages
One of my favorite things about gift giving in general is the wrapping of the gifts. Christmas is crazy fun for this.
Now, I realize that not everyone enjoys wrapping gifts. I am hoping that what you find here today will give you some easy ideas that you can adapt and make your own and use this Christmas.
I love the simplicity of these kraft paper packages above. The stitching is completely cool, but an easier and quicker option is to just use washi tape or a glue stick. For more unique wrapping ideas hop on over here.
Upcycled wrap
I tried one of the ideas this year myself with old maps and misplaced buttons. I had some of the maps kicking around the house, but found some more at a used book store. I am a bit of twine addict, but you could so easily use up the last ball of yarn, ribbon, kitchen string or, if the gift was the right size, coloured elastics would delight the kids.
Aren’t these bags, by pipii.co.uk beautiful? Almost too pretty to use, but I think they would make the most excellent wrapping for treats coming out of your kitchen for your neighbors, teachers, or babysitters.
More ideas for wrapping
* plain kraft paper can be the foundation of so many good wrapping ideas; stamp or draw on it, photocopy (in red) old christmas cards and place on top.
* pages out of an old dictionary or book
* fabric
* comics or newspaper pages
* music sheets
* use old or new postcards (as seen below and found here)
How do you wrap your gifts? Do you love or hate doing it?
I always try to wrap with a little extra flare 😉
I love your picks!
Thanks for sharing via the Mommy Monday Blog Hop!
XOXO
Hey there Mrs.AOK, would love to see your pics with that added little flare! Thanks for stopping in. Hugs right back!
Hi! I’m working on the 4th version of my annual ‘Christmas around the world’ post. Would you like to send me a link to yours? Check my blog for instructions! 🙂
Hi Gabriel, Your post sounds fascinating! I would love to link up. I will hop on over for a looksee. Thank you for the invite and the visit.
I love all these gift wrapping ideas! Thanks for sharing!
Hope you put some of them to use in your own wrapping this year. Now, only if we could hire some of those elves! Thanks for stopping by.
Hey! It’s Deonna from the Child at Heart blog! Thank you so much for linking up at the Merriest Blog Hop! I can’t wait to see all of your holiday ideas this month! These are all great ideas. I love the kraft paper too! I am using that this year and have for the past few years. I always do something different but I like the basic look of the kraft paper so I can really busy ribbon, yarn, or whatever.
Hello there Deonna, Kraft paper keeps on giving and giving, doesn’t it. I think that’s why I love it so much. Thanks for stopping in for a visit. I love your “merriest blog hop” button by the way. 🙂
I think these are the coolest alternatives to the traditional wrapping paper wrappings…thanks so much for sharing!
Soooo glad you liked these alternatives Tiffany. Something a bit different and fun too! Appreciate you stopping in and commenting.
Love the idea of shaped wrapped presents, almost too cute to rip into. The maps are fun, too. These are great paper-re-use ideas.
Hello there Audra, So nice of you to stop in and leave a comment. Aren’t these shaped presents funky fun?! I agree though, almost too nice to tear open.
Those kraft paper packages are awesome!! I’m so doing that. Thanks Barb!
Can’t wait to see them! Glad you liked the idea.
Hey Barb! Thanks for stopping by my blog earlier and commenting! I love these gift wrapping ideas! So simple and beautiful. I just popped over to your Pinterest page and started following you (already a follower on FB) and I pretty much want to pin all of your paper related pins! It’s so nice to find someone who loves paper as much as me!
Hi Katie, Paper is a bit of addiction of mine – self admittedly! Thanks for coming over for a visit. We should collaborate some time. Thanks for your follow on the pin-universe! 🙂