WRAPPING GIFTS INSTRUCTIONS & TIPS

 

The birthday is approaching, or Christmas is just around the corner, and you got the present? Then you have already passed the first hurdle! Now all you have to do is wrap your present, but you are not exactly a wrapping professional? This is no longer a problem because these step by step instructions will now help you wrap gifts.

Wrapping gifts the necessary basics

·         Wrapping paper

·         Gift ribbon

·         duct tape

·         scissors

·         Masking tape

Make sure the wrapping paper is suitable for the size of the gift. Usually, a wrapping paper roll and custom boxes wholesale has the standard size of 200 x 70 cm. So, if the gift is not excessively large, this should be enough. The right gift ribbon, which should not be missing, can usually be found in the craft shop next to the wrapping paper. It doesn't matter which one you choose elegant ribbon, paper ribbon, or polyester ribbon.

Very important: remove the price tag from the gift! Otherwise, this could lead to an embarrassing situation when unpacking. In addition, you don't want a subliminal hint to reach the recipient.

Create enough space to wrap gifts

You'd better put away your cup of coffee or laptop before you start. These only take up the space that you urgently need now. The spilled coffee on the new gift certainly doesn't look so good either.

After making sure there is enough space on your desk (the floor is also very suitable), you can start right away!

Wrapping a gift: step by step instructions

Step 1: roll out the wrapping paper

Unroll the wrapping paper, making sure that the surface is flat and clean. Then place the product on the face of the paper.

Step 2: cut the wrapping paper.

Before cutting, there should be enough space left and right so that the paper completely covers the edge.

Step 3: find the center.

Now the middle should be found. The distance left, and right, and above and below must be identical so that the packaging later looks the same.

Step 4: fold the edge.

To create a clean and beautiful edge, it is advantageous to fold it once beforehand.

Step 5: stretch the paper

Now the lower half of the paper is folded over the product. Again, it is important to stretch the paper a little and not leave any air between the wrapping paper and the product.

Step 6: hammer in and fix

On the other hand, the upper edge is folded over and fixed to the lower half with an adhesive strip.

Step 7: turn the package

Now the package is turned, and the sides are wrapped. Again, it is best to smooth the upper edge slightly.

Step 8: fold the left corner

The left corner is folded towards the parcel so that a triangle is created. Again, carefully smooth out the outer edge.

Step 9: fold the right corner

The same is done with the right corner.

Step 10: fold the edge of the paper

The bottom edge of the paper is now folded once.

Step 11: Smooth the edge of the paper

And also smoothed evenly.

Step 12: tension and fold over

The supernatant is carefully stretched and folded around the product.

Step 13: fix the edge.

Now fix the edge with one or two adhesive strips. Carry on with the other side in the same manner.

Step 14: choose a gift ribbon.

Now it's the turn of the gift ribbons. Again, a white or dark brown is particularly suitable in our example.

Step 15: choose the middle of the ribbon

Cut off a generous piece, making sure to place the center of the ribbon on the center of the package.

Step 16: rotate while holding

The package is now carefully turned over while holding the ribbon tightly.

Step 17: swap sides and drag

Swap the sides of the ribbon and gently pull on both strands.

Step 18: cross over and pull.

Now cross the two sides and pull the right side up and the left side down.

Step 19: rotate while holding.

Carefully turn the package over again, ensuring that both sides of the ribbon are held with your thumbs.

Step 20: pull through

Now pull the gift ribbon from above or below towards the middle and under the middle ribbon.

Step 21: tie the knot

Now a knot can be made, if necessary, even two. However, it is well known that double is better.

Step 22: bow as a gift decoration

If there is enough ribbon left, you can use it to tie a bow for decoration. Scissors can be used to trim the projecting ends.

Step 23: masking tape as decoration

Use decorative masking tape for that special something! The placement is up to you.

Gift wrapping idea

Your present is wrapped!

Now the package is ready and ready to be given away!

Tips for embellishing: add a gift tag!

A gift tag spices up your present even more. It makes sense to use gift tags, especially at Christmas, when many presents are under the tree. So everyone will find their gifts immediately? You can write your name and a few personal greetings and wishes on the back.

Wrapping gifts: idea with gift tags

 Gift tags, " you can print out very unusual tags for free!

Alternatively, you can also use a photo in trendy retro style as a gift tag.

Wrapping gifts: ideas with Polaroid gift tags

Photos in this Polaroid style are ideal as SM custom packaging USA gift tags, which you can also label - either directly in the poster photo designer or later by hand. The pictures can easily be stuck to the present with washi tape or a decorative clothes peg.

Polaroid style gift tags

To do this, use Polaroid-style photo prints measuring 10 x 12 cm. Or you can order your photos straight away in one of the chic poster picture boxes.

Picture box overview

You can, of course, also use my poster picture boxes as a photo gift yourself. They are available in many unusual designs - you no longer need to pack them!

Quick tips for wrapping gifts

Keep the gift packaging subtle and not too brightly colored. Plain wrapping paper in combination with black adhesive tape is currently the trend. Your gift is guaranteed to be wrapped originally.

Use matte rather than glossy tape for this modern packaging style. If you like it playful, masking tape or washi tape (colorful decorative adhesive tape) is also recommended.

If your gift is in a particular shape that is not so easy to wrap, it is best to get a rectangular or square box from your nearest craft or office supply store. Particularly cool: the recipient cannot guess the content immediately tricked.

Speaking of “special shapes, “Did you know that you can also order your photos from my poster as round or heart-shaped pictures?

If you don't know how to transport the gift, a gift bag is helpful. They are available in numerous variants, sizes, shapes, and colors. Personalize the bag with a small slate on which you write the name of the recipient. Or write the name on a piece of paper of your design and then clip it to the gift with a decorative clothespin. In our shop, you will find various mounting options in the poster accessories.

If you are still looking for a suitable gift, look at our gift advisor or photo gift shop! In it, you will find numerous gift ideas and certainly the ideal present! We hope you enjoy making gifts!