How to Create your Gift Wrapping Style

Have you ever been shopping in a nice store, bought something and walked out with a pretty package that you were happy to hold? For many of us, wrapping a gift is an afterthought. We quickly grab a drug store gift bag, shove in the present and top it off with some coordinating tissue paper. Why not try taking a cue from high end boutiques and develop your own gift wrapping style? Specialty shops use their gift wrapping to send a message and to communicate their brand. By developing your signature gift wrapping style you can send a message that you take pleasure in the little details of life. Here are some simple steps that will make your gifts stand out and take the stress out of wrapping.

1. Pick a color scheme. Keep it simple. Try to select colors that will work throughout the year like brown and lime, pink and black or white and blue. Select colors that are fresh and bold. Make sure you love them because after all, this wrapping is your signature.

2. Buy in bulk. Stock up on your chosen colors. Buy a few rolls of the chocolate colored wrapping paper or the black ribbon. That way when you need it it’s ready to go. You won’t have to waste time running to the drug store for tissue paper or wrapping paper.

3. Add a special touch. Use saddle-stitched grosgrain ribbon. Attach a monogram label like these from Karen Smallbone. Or create cool custom stickers at Moo.com. This unique addition is what gives your gift style and flair.

4. Forget the card. Greeting cards can be expensive. Try adding a simple shipping tag like these from Impress. Write a thoughtful note on it. Decorate them using a rubber stamp. Another option are these pastel vellum tags from Impress.

4. Start wrapping! Your gifts will be noticed for their originality and style. Friends will start to recognize your signature wrapping style and know that a package that pretty must be holding something great. Plus they’ll know that you cared enough to make their gift truly special.

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