Tired of the same old paper ribbon and sticky bows? Want to make your gift wrap special? I've put a few of my favorite together for you to try.
For a simple embellishment, use sheer fabric ribbon, tie around gift and make into a four loop bow. Add floral picks of greenery (found in the craft/floral department) using a small piece of thin wire or even a green trash bag tie works to attach the greenery to the bow. Fluff and separate the stems to make it look fuller.
Another great idea is to use the a theme. If you are giving to a fisherman, wrap with white paper decorated with fishing lure stamps or stickers (available in the craft department). Tie with a sheer cloth ribbon and embellish with packaged lures or rubber worms (no hooks) tied on with fishing line. Be sure to use an odd number, like 3 or 5, to add visually to the design. For a cook, wrap the package in cloth napkins (for small gift) or fabric with food designs in it, tie with a kitchen string bow using six to eight loops and attach kitchen utensils like small whisk, wooden spoons or measuring spoons. What recipient wouldn't love a gift within a gift?
For a simple, elegant embellishment, wrap gift in white, silver or gold paper. Wrap with a coordinating fabric ribbon tied into a simple bow. Attach a few strings of blue or silver beading (found in fabric department). This is especially pretty with glittered paper.
For a knitter or crafter, try using yarn or lace cut into strips. Tie around gift in a knot and cut the ends to dangle loosely. You'll need to use several lengths of yarn to make it filled out. There are many kinds of yarn available in craft and fabric stores, everything from the simple cotton yarn to loopy yarn to fur like. Attach mini ornaments, wooden letters or knitting needles to the top of the knot.
For a country look, wrap package in brown kraft paper, tie an evergreen printed cloth ribbon on into a four loop bow with tails. On top of the ribbon add a raffia bow using 6 to 10 strands, knot at the top and cut to even lengths for tails (no bow on raffia). Using part of the ends of the raffia tie on evergreen sprigs, pine cones, scented cinnamon sticks and wheat stems (available in craft stores). These are great for a country style holiday.
For a kids gift, wrap in the the Sunday Comics page or old comic books or pages from a coloring book. Wrap with a jump rope tied into a knot. Add small inexpensive toys.
Most of the embellishments can be found a local craft or fabric stores, or dollar stores.
So why not change the same old ribbon and bow routine for a little embellishment? It won't cost much, you can use your imagination and the receiver will love the extra special touches.
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