I like things to look pretty but I don’t like to waste money.
A gift bag plus tissue paper can cost R30, and that’s before the cost of the present.
So how do I make sure my gifts still look good but the packaging doesn’t break the bank?
- I have a variety of wrapping paper in shades that will suit both girls and boys. I do have specific boy and girl colours, but the bulk is unisex paper.
- I prefer brown kraft paper but I’m trying to finish a number of rolls of paper first before stocking up again.
- I do splash out on nice, satin ribbon.
- A pretty bow does wonders for anything plain and transforms from drab to fab.
- Add a gift tag and you’re good to go. I make my own tags with my circle or tag punches. There are also free printables all over the internet, to suit your style. Check my free printables Pinterest board.
A tip – the minute you have a scrap of paper, punch out some shapes and keep those in a dedicated spot (I use a plastic container), and then throw the paper away.
Don’t those gifts look gorgeous? I certainly like receiving a nicely-wrapped gift. It’s almost better than the present sometimes.
And I love wrapping gifts.
Last night I wrapped 9 gifts and I was in heaven 🙂 The study was a mess with wrapping paper, ribbon, scissors all over but it was a constructive mess, right?
What’s your gift-wrapping style?
Do you hate it? Love it?
