Gift Wrap Instructions - Learn how to wrap a present in a different way

There's no doubt that gift wrapping is an art. Here we share with you some tips to make your gift more special

1) While choosing a wrapping paper, choose what's appropriate to the gift recipient. Is the gift for a child's birthday? Your grandmother's birthday? Does the recipient have a favourite colour?

2) Choose coordinating ribbon, and either purchase a premade bow or make your own. If you decide to make your own bow, purchase additional ribbon.

3) Measure the length of your gift box. Measure the height of the box, multiply that number by two and add the total to the length measurement. Write this number down.

4) Position package, top down, onto paper so that you re able to bring lengthwise edges of the wrapping paper to the middle of the box. Centre the gift box.

5) Bring one lengthwise edge of wrapping paper to the centre of the box. Secure with tape. Turn the oppoite edge of paper under approximately one inch and bring this to the centre of the box as well. The turned-under edge should overlap the first taped edge.

6) Position box so that one short end is facing you. Grasp left and right edges of wrapping paper and push the sides in so that top and bottom flaps are formed.

7) Make sure that the edges are pushed in as far as they will go without ripping the paper. Secure pushed-in edges to box with tape. Bring upper flap down against the side of the box, making sure that flap is sharply creased at its folds. Secure flap against the box with tape. Bring lower flap up against the side of the box. Crease and secure as you did for the upper flap.

Keep In Mind

Consider using comics or newspaper to wrap your gift; or stamp or paint appropriate designs onto plain white or brown wrapping paper.

Choose transparent cellophane tape for your gift-wrapping needs. This will give your package a more tidy appearance.

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