It’s overtime, friends! While we’ve heard the same thing year after year (start your vacation gift shopping Soon!), 2021 is when it really counts. Shipping delays, major malls become overwhelmed and blocked — I’m sure you know it all. In the past, now would have been the time of the season where we used to start going crazy about checking all the goodies on our list. This year, however, that period begins in October. (Honestly, maybe even earlier.) But if you’ve been shopping before your holiday, you’re probably doing pretty well right now. Friend maybe maybe even feel free to spend the next week wrapping your favorite presents Christmas movies background. If that’s the case for you, get ready for all the best gift wrapping ideas the internet can offer. We’ve rounded up 20 of our favorites, and they’re not to be missed.
Although I consider myself a person with a penchant for aesthetics, I can’t, again I CANNOT wrap presents to save my life. In the past, I’ve tried to put a beautiful gift together, only to strategically (shamefully) place my presents under a tree so you can’t see the taped underside. together. I’ve become more efficient in recent years, and I opted for the no-mess gift bag solution instead. And while that certainly helped keep my presents from being an eyesore, I wanted to bring a little creativity into my Christmas wrapping.
The good news is that there are endless possibilities for creative ways to add flair to your gift. That’s why we’ve curated this list below for gift wrapping ideas to suit every style. There is minimalism, maximalism and natural au. There are colorful, classic and beautiful craft inspired. How would you like to wrap your gift, how would you name it, the list has it all. Click through and be sure to let us know how you plan to gift this year. I’ll take all the inspiration I can get.
P.S. If you still haven’t found your gift, check out our roundup of the best last minute gifts for everyone on your list.
Featured image of Giochi Di Carta
Pile on pine trees, foliage and natural elements
I like to pair neutral paper in black, white or natural colors with jute. It’s easy while still feeling special and uplifting. Adding splashes of color with foliage, sentimental notes or photographs adds a little bit of joy and emotion that I want all my gifts to carry.
5 Christmas gift wrapping ideas from Burkatron
Pom it Up
I love gift wrapping ideas that look super glamorous without feeling heavy. This will check both boxes fine. All you need for this fun and festive gift wrap is yarn, a pom, and a few gift cards. Using black and white paper and adding a little sparkle to your ribbon creates an enhanced presentation while still looking like it came from the heart (because, well, it did).
Pom Pom gift wrap from Modern Glam
Tie on a Little Jingle Jangle
Now here’s what to do if you really want to go to the movies. While this do-it-yourself is admittedly a lot more than most of the others on this list, every single step is worth it to get to this end result. The mistletoe is truly a work of art, and you’ll have to work hard to make sure what’s inside the envelope matches what’s on the outside.
DIY Snowmobile Bells + Current Mistletoe from Honest WTF
Put your paper snowflakes to use
I don’t know about you, but in the days leading up to Christmas you might catch me doing all Paper snowflakes my festive heart can handle. While I love sticking them on windowsills and using them to decorate all areas of my home, these snowflake dishes are brilliant. They’re statement and modern while still feeling definitely Christmas. You can follow DIY instructions here for step-by-step instructions on how to create the most stunning snowflakes. If you’re mixing with the kids, this is also a great way to get the whole celebrity involved.
Snowflake gift paper from Giochi di Carta
Embellish your gift with a garland
When Christmas comes, I think wreaths are everywhere. On my front door, on my mantle, in every window, and yes, on my gifts. These mini wreaths take your gift from the perfect (because anything comes from the heart already) to the most thoughtful gift anyone has ever held in their hand. Gather your greenery (try olive and bay leaves), berries, flower wire, thick wire for the wreath, and a glue gun if you really want to take things to the next level.
Toppers Gift Wreath from Say Yes
Add a little something edible
Who doesn’t love a sweet treat to go with their gift? These easy-to-cut gingerbread cookies are not only cute, and you can customize your gift with something that is not only thoughtful but completely gorgeous. Just remember to bake them a day earlier and keep your presents out of the reach of any dogs or curious cats. You want these cookies to come to the right mouth.
DIY Gingerbread Gift Card from Honest WTF
Make it sustainable
While choosing the paper and ribbon combo you want can be endless fun, it’s true that sometimes gift wrapping isn’t always eco-friendly. Follow blogger Melissa Selmin’s suggestion and choose natural kraft paper that can be easily recycled (or even reused!). Neutral paper makes a nice backdrop for all kinds of natural elements — you name it dried orange slices, twine, branches, and berries.
Sustainable gift wrapping from Melissa Selmin
Add a touch of glamour and glamour
Choosing metal is an easy way to make your gift even more special. I love this combination of sparkling gold with just a hint of a deep, saturated blue. Choose a wide ribbon so your wrapping paper can’t see through — this is all about the bow.
Yellow and navy gift packs from Cox and Cox
Let a print do the job
A reminder that good things come in small packages. This is a super simple and easy way to give your gift a forest-like effect. Whether you’re gifting jewelry or something small, put it in one of these petite boxes to surprise anyone on your list.
Printable faux bow gift box from Oh Happy Day
Create some botanical beauty
I love how to create a simple botanical garden with your gift. Collect some flower-focused posters or cards, cut the flowers, and use decorating techniques to stick them in your gift. Keep your wrapping paper backdrop dark or neutral so your flowers really stand out.
Floral decorative gifts from Martha Stewart
Add a little warmth
What’s cuter than tying on a pair of handmade or carefully crafted gloves for your gift? Although it depends on where you live, most people can use a pair of soft, warm gloves. Thread the glove under a small ribbon and add a bunch of small green plants. There is nothing better winter than this.
DIY winter pack from honest WTF
Fake a floral design
Butcher paper is a beautiful white canvas for any drawing or design your heart desires. This flower tutorial instantly enhances any gift while still feeling exotic, fun, and fresh. The good news is that if you are not an artist, you can simply follow or copy an image of a vase from the internet. Add a few fresh, dried, or artificial flowers (any flower will look good!) and give your flowers to the lucky recipient.
Simple flower gift wrapping from smart poppies
Perfecting the Japanese Art of Furoshiki
This is the ultimate way to ensure that gift giving doesn’t go to waste. Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese technique today, used to wrap or deliver a small gift when visiting someone’s home. It’s fantastically practical and a great sustainable solution for keeping your trash or recycling bins free of paper piles on Christmas Day. Of course Furoshiki is also beautiful. Collect vintage or found fabrics and follow them this guide All you need to know to make your perfect little imperfect bunch.
Furoshiki How-To from Noémie Memories
Trompe-l’oeil Your Bow
This is a great gift wrapping solution for someone who doesn’t like to tie ribbons. Create the optical illusion of a soft bow with a pointed tip! We love this idea because not only is it easy, but if you find yourself short of ribbons, you can pull out a permanent marker and get to work. Get Sharpie Bow DIY Tutorial here.
DIY Sharpie Bow from Dream Green DIY
Take it tropical
This is the one for the maximalists among us. If you want a little (or a lot) of color, use it. I like that the all-black boxes balance out the bold and bright colors of the flower box. And while they mimic nature, the flowers have an uncanny quality that makes anyone smile. They are also easier than they seem. So grab your scissors and supplies and start crafting.
Make your own flower tissue paper gifts from the house Lars built
Unleash your inner Matisse
Do you know how easy it is to make your own wrapping paper? Simply crack open a large roll of kraft paper, set up your paints and get going. Of course, this project will require covering up anything you might have paint on (a small cloth works perfectly), but once you’ve done so, there’s no reason to hold back. Draw your heart out, Pollock.
Homemade wrapping paper from ARTBAR
Make your own stamps
I like a good hand-stamped paper, but did you know you can make it with things you already have around the house? This clever DIY uses everything from ice cream sticks and wine bottles to ice trays (yes, really!) to create one-of-a-kind patterns and designs. If it’s a lovely homemade look you’ve been wanting, give this one a try.
DIY stamped wrapping paper from paper & stitching
Customize a cute message
While there are a few steps required to create these gift cards, they are all easy to follow. Type a small message in Photoshop and print your tags on peel and stick posters. Peel and stick on your gift, add a little ribbon and maybe some greenery, and you’re good to go.
DIY gift card stickers from Oh My Home
Layer on print
This is all about mixing and matching patterns and coordinated prints. Layering on the cut out paper creates an interesting and eye-catching design. The wrapping alone feels like a gift and truly a sight to behold. Click the post for more DIY ideas. You can bet I’ll try them all.
Three clever wrapping paper ideas from Design Love Fest
Nail it with Neon
While Christmas means having a lot of red, green, silver and gold to go around, I’ll look for the unexpected and add a bunch of neon lights under the tree. These gift cards are the easiest way to customize your gift and will make anyone feel appreciated when they see the little effort you put in to make their gift come true. special. You can color your gift cards or add polka dots. For all the instructions, go ahead and click through.
Neon block gift card from Paper & Stitch
This post was originally published on December 17, 2018 and has since been updated.
