9 easy ideas for gift wrapping: forget about bought wrapping paper

As the holiday season approaches, the joy of gift-giving takes center stage. One way to make your gifts stand out is with creative and personalized gift wrapping. Say goodbye to the usual wrapping paper and dive into the world of DIY gift wrapping ideas. This year, let your gifts speak volumes before they're even opened with these imaginative and charming wrapping ideas that are sure to add a special touch to your holiday gift.

DIY gift wrapping ideas

1. Gift envelope

Turn your gifts into wonderful surprises by crafting own gift envelopes. For gift wrapping, choose festive patterned paper, fold it into an envelope shape and secure the edges with double-sided tape. Add a personal touch by sealing it with holiday sticker or wax seal for an extra touch elegance.

2. Make your own Christmas wrapping paper

Create unique wrapping paper by letting your creativity run wild. Use plain kraft paper as the base and decorate it with hand-drawn Christmas motifs, stamps or even potato prints. This personal touch will make your gifts truly unique. It is also a great idea to create your own "terrazzo wrapping paper". Play with pastel colors and brushes of different thicknesses!

3. Watercolor

Include watercolor in wrapping paper. Make custom labels using watercolor paper and paints and add a splash of color to your gift. These stickers can also serve as souvenirs, reminding your loved ones of the effort you put into making their gift special.

4. Decorations

Add to your gift wrap festive and 3D element. Make small, colorful beaded ornaments and attach them to gifts with ribbon or string. This is a fun and unusual way to make your gifts visually appealing.

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5. Cork gift tags

Cut out of cork boards festive forms, decorate them with paint or felt-tip pens and attach them to the gifts with string. You can reuse these tags for future giveaways.

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6. Wrapping paper - cardboard

Opt for a more generous, reusable alternative by using cardboard as wrapping paper. Choose a festive color or print and secure with ribbon or twine. The durability of the cardboard ensures that your gifts not only look good, but also withstand the excitement of unwrapping.

7. Felting

Add a touch of warmth and texture to your gifts by printing on felt. Choose Christmas themed rubber stamps and press them onto the felt fabric. Cut out the printed shapes and attach them to your gifts for a comfortable and charming presentation.

8. Initials of names

Make your gifts personal from the start by making starter gift tags. From colorful paper or cardboard cut out the recipient's initials and tape them to the gifts.

9. Make your own gift wrap

Add a playful and festive touch to your gift wrapping with Christmas-shaped hole punches. Use these punches to create decorative patterns or borders on plain or colored paper. The result is a beautifully decorated gift that captures the spirit of the season.