Packaging is the calling card of your gift. How your gift will visually look will determine its future fate and impressions of it. IN modern world There are many ways to create creative packaging yourself.
Original and creative packaging can attract attention and create the proper impression of the gift. In the modern world, there are many techniques and ways to create a festive mood using wrapping packaging.
You can make the packaging yourself, you can buy it in a store, or wrap the gift in paper or fabric. The main purpose of a gift is to give joy and create the right mood.
Creative packaging is a way to surprise and delight people
If you want to move away from the stereotype and not pack a gift with standard paper and tape, you should check out other interesting ways. More and more popular:
- newspaper packaging
- packaging made of wide satin ribbons
- curly packaging
- craft
- glass jars
- fabric packaging
To decorate your gift, you can resort to bright accessories, lace, bows, flowers, beads, and bugles. Everyone is able to show their creative potential and let their imagination fly.
Video: 5 ways to wrap a gift. How to wrap a gift with your own hands?
How to beautifully wrap a gift without a box?
Boxes are just one of thousands of ways to give a gift. Increasingly, people are trying to diversify the standard box and come up with original ways to decorate their surprises. All available means are used. The main thing is to absorb soul and love into your work, and then everyone will appreciate your work.
Gift wrapping in the form of candy
candy packaging is always intriguing and aesthetically pleasing In order to pack a gift in such a “wrapper” you will need:
- corrugated or wrapping paper
- ribbons and canvas threads
- accessories
- glue, double-sided tape
- scissors
Candy packaging can be cylindrical, square or round. It all depends on what exactly you will give to the person. The most popular is in the form of a candy bar.
cylindrical packaging or candy bar This packaging is great for clothes, cosmetics, towels, bedding, accessories and much more. Main task- Form the gift into a roll and pack it tightly with cardboard. After that, start decorating:
- Wrap the gift in wrapping or corrugated paper
- Leave 15 centimeters of paper at both ends for tails.
- Secure the seams of the paper with tape or glue (instant)
- Use ribbons to secure the ends of the candy to bows.
- Decorate the candy with congratulations, beads and other decorative elements
Gift packaging “Surprise bag”
For this packaging you will need either corrugated paper, which easily takes any shape, or fabric.
gift packaging "bag" You will need:
- bright fabric (organza or satin) or corrugated paper
- satin ribbons
- thread with needle
- decorations: rhinestones, beads, sparkles, sequins
Choose any item for a gift. Lay out a piece of fabric (about meter by meter, but it all depends on the size of your gift). Place the gift in the center of the fabric and fold it on all sides.
Secure the knot with ribbon and form a bow. Fluff the resulting tail at the top and decorate it with stones and shiny elements. Attach a small card with congratulations to the ribbon that ties the gift.
Video: “Candy - surprise inside”
How to pack a gift in corrugated paper?
Corrugated paper gives the opportunity to let your imagination run wild, as the variety of colors of the material and the ease of working with it are attractive. Corrugated paper is unusually light and its advantage is that it can hold its shape for a long time. The cost of this material is quite affordable for everyone and a whole roll can be purchased for only $0.50.
gift wrapped in corrugated paper - Unfold a roll of paper and put a gift in it
- Fold the sides of the paper to wrap the gift.
- Secure the edges with tape
- To hide the edges of the glue, use flowers from corrugated paper(video)
- If desired, decorate the flowers with ribbons, beads and stones
Video: “Roses (flowers) made of corrugated paper”
How to pack a gift in wrapping paper?
Wrapping paper has won the hearts of consumers with its colorful, varied patterns and availability. You can easily purchase such paper at any craft store or stationery department.
The advantage of wrapping paper is that you can choose a design of any theme: for the New Year with Santa Claus, with a birthday cake or with Easter bunnies.
gift in wrapping paper To wrap a gift carefully, you need to accurately cut a piece of paper that will completely wrap the item.
- Place the gift in the center of the piece
- Wrap it on both sides with paper
- Secure the sides with tape
- Fold the ends of the paper inward, hiding the open parts of the gift.
- Fold the corners into an envelope and secure with tape
gift wrapping scheme Video: How to beautifully wrap a gift in paper with your own hands?
How to wrap a gift with ribbon?
A package tied with a ribbon bow can decorate your gift and give you a festive feeling. This method is very popular because it suits a gift of any shape and always looks elegant. Making such a decoration is not difficult. All you need is tape, scissors and execution technology.
gift wrapped with ribbon - Prepare a gift, pre-wrapped in paper
- Depending on the size of the gift, you will need a certain length of ribbon, but always prepare with extra. One meter is enough for a small box
- Wrap the gift with ribbon horizontally away from you, then cross it and return it to the front side again.
- The ribbon tightens well and is tied with a bow
gift wrapping scheme with ribbon Video: “We decorate a gift with a ribbon bow”
How to wrap a gift with fabric?
It’s not enough to prepare a gift, you also need to wrap it! The Japanese technique “furoshiki” (sometimes “furoshiki”) will help you wrap a gift quickly and on a budget.
The fabric allows you to pack a gift of any size and shape. Using this material you can create fancy shapes and surprise with colors. It is best to use for packaging:
- cotton
- mixed fabrics
gift wrapped in cloth At its core, furoshiki can be compared to origami. Don't be discouraged if you don't get very neat work right away. Over time, you will master this technique and be able to create packaging easily.
gift wrapping technology with fabric - Furoshiki is first folded diagonally so that the face is inward
- Tie the ends in a knot
- Next, turn the furoshiki inside out.
- All corners fold into one big one
Video: “We decorate gifts using furoshiki technology”
How to wrap a gift in an unusual and creative way?
A beautiful handmade box will be made by yourself, decorated with lace and tied with braid. To do this, you need to prepare a cardboard blank, strictly observing the dimensions.
blank for box - Cut out a blank from cardboard
- Glue the edges of the workpiece with a hot gun or strong, quick-drying glue
- Glue the tape
- Decorate the box
packaging decoration Try to surprise your loved ones with a box non-standard shape, for example, a pyramid. This packaging is perfect for decoration, sweets, keychains and any other small item.
pyramid packaging It is not at all difficult to do it using the proposed scheme.
- Draw a template on paper
- Cut out the template
- Glue the edges of the box in the indicated place
- Attach the ribbon and tie it in a bow
scheme for creating a pyramid packaging Video: “We make creative gift wrapping with our own hands”
How to wrap a gift in the form of a shirt?
Shirt packaging is modern way congratulate your beloved man on any holiday. This packaging is done by hand, and the design and style can always be chosen to suit your taste.
shirt packaging To make it you will need:
- wrapping paper or kraft paper
- tapes
- buttons
- scissors
- ruler
- A sheet of paper is placed face down on the table.
- Both edges bend inward
- Turn the workpiece over to face you
- We bend the edge of the paper that has not yet been folded.
- We bend the corners from the center of the workpiece
- On the other side we also bend the edges
- Fold the shirt and decorate it
shirt packaging diagram Video: “DIY gift wrapping shirt for boys and men”
How to pack a sweet gift?
Cake-shaped packaging is perfect for packaging sweets.
cake - packaging for sweets and other small items This packaging is very interesting because it has a visual similarity to a dessert such as a cake. It consists of 12 pieces that can be filled with the most unexpected sweets, chocolates and lollipops.
Each piece can be decorated in different ways. By creating this packaging you can “bake” a chocolate, butter and even fruit cake, and you can decorate it with coffee beans, ribbons, lace and beads.
Important: This cake will be an excellent present for a birthday, professional holiday, March 8, Valentine's Day, or just because. Modern stores sell a variety of sweets that fit comfortably in every bite: M&Ms, chocolates, marshmallows, jellies, coated peanuts and much more.
- In order to create a cake, it is best to print the template on a printer. Then all 12 pieces will be the same size and shape and you won’t waste time on drawing
- Glue all edges on the indicated template
- Decorate each piece as you wish
- Collect all the pieces on a plate and, if desired, tie with a ribbon to prevent them from falling apart
template for pieces of cake packaging Video: “Master class box in the shape of a piece of cake”
When preparing for any event, you need to take care of the gift in advance. Allow yourself to surprise your loved ones with a pleasant surprise and delight them with the non-standard packaging of your gift. There will be a lot of impressions from the creative approach, and even more pleasure.
Important: If you put your heart into the packaging, this will become a noticeable advantage of your gift and everyone who receives it will definitely like it.
Video: “Original gift wrapping in 5 minutes”
If you think that making a gift box is very difficult, then you are deeply mistaken. In order to make original gift packaging with your own hands, you just need to stock up on colored cardboard and patience. If you show at least a little imagination, you can please your family and friends with an originally wrapped gift.
Ideas, shapes and photos of beautiful DIY gift boxes
Gift box with openwork decor
Gift box: heart 
Square gift box 
New Year's gift box 
Gift box: star If you want to show your friend or relative all your respect and love, then try making a gift box with your own hands. If possible, try to use all your imagination and create the most original packaging. If you wish, you can make the box round, triangular and diamond-shaped, or make a package visually similar to a flower, house, fruit or even a diamond.
Of course, the latter options will require a little more craftsmanship, but in the end you will get a unique item that definitely cannot be purchased in a store. The only thing you must remember is that such crafts love precision. In this case, when cutting out the template, you cannot afford to deviate from the line in one direction or the other.
You must cut all the lines as accurately as possible, taking care to create perfectly straight edges. If this stage of work is not carried out as it should be, then with a high probability we can say that in the end the box will not be entirely presentable.
How to make a cardboard box for a gift: template, pattern
Step #1 
Step #2 If you are new to this business, then you need to start your acquaintance with this type of needlework with the simplest things. Believe me, if you do everything correctly, even an ordinary square box will look attractive. Now we will present to your attention a master class with which you can make a rectangular gift box.
To make it, you only need glue, scissors and special cardboard. If you don't have one, don't be too upset. You can quite easily take even the one that children use in school lessons and make a frame for a craft from it. It’s just that in this case, after the box is ready, you will have to decorate it additionally. This can be done using the decoupage technique or using organza, tulle or satin ribbons.
How to make a small mini gift box from paper: template, pattern
Scheme for work 
Gift box 
Ready box 
Template No. 1 
Template No. 2 If you are planning to give a loved one a small gift, then you can make a small box for such a gift. It is best to make a similar craft, like the previous one, from thick paper. If you make it out of thin material, then there is a chance that it will not hold the desired shape, or it will simply tear due to the mechanical impact that the gift will have on its walls.
Yes, and in this case it is extremely important to take the most responsible approach to fastening all the side parts. Since these crafts do not have secret locks, it will be better if you fix everything with glue or double-sided tape. If the first box seems too simple to you, then below we have placed two more quite interesting templates, by printing which you can easily make some pretty cute crafts.
How to make a scrapbooking box for a gift?
Template No. 1 
Box of squares In case you want to surprise your loved one for real, then make a scrapbooking box for him. To make it, you will need both regular cardboard and special paper for scrapbooking. You will make a durable frame from cardboard, and use paper to give it a festive look. The best part is that in this case you will have a huge field for imagination. Since this box is supposed to be untied, you can decorate it both inside and outside.
Moreover, if you wish, you can even provide places for small gifts in those parts of the craft that will recline. For example, you can make places there for notes in which you write the most nice words. But keep in mind that in order for the congratulatory notes to fit well into the overall style of the gift box, they must be kept in the same color scheme as she did.
How to make an origami gift box?
Step #1 
Step #2 
Step #3 Recently, the origami technique has become so popular that even gift boxes have been made with its help. In principle, you can make such a craft from any colored paper, but since you are still making a product for an important holiday, it will be better if you spend money on scrapbooking paper.
In this case, you will not need additional decoration of the inside of the product, as you will immediately make it as it should be. The only thing you have to take into account is that to create a box, the master class for which is posted above, you need to use two square sheets, one of which will be literally 11-12 millimeters smaller. If you do not take this nuance into account, then in the end you simply will not be able to combine the two parts into one craft.
How to make a gift box with a lid?
Recommendations for making a round box A gift box with a lid is the ideal packaging for heavier gifts. If you make it a little larger than shown in the master class, you can supplement the main gift with sweets, boutonnieres made of fresh flowers and cards made by yourself. As you probably already understood, it is best to make such a box from thick cardboard.
If you have the opportunity, purchase it at a specialty store, or go to the nearest supermarket and pick up any paper box there. When you bring it home, lay it out horizontally and place it under something heavy. Leave it in this position for literally an hour, and then proceed to drawing the frame of the future craft. This little trick will help you smooth out any kinks that would probably get in your way when creating your masterpiece.
How to make a surprise gift box?
Box in the shape of a piece of cake 
Template #1 
Template No. 2 In principle, a surprise box can have absolutely different shapes, color and decor. In this case, everything will depend solely on what event you are going to. If you are going to an employee’s birthday party, then it can be a completely standard square and rectangular box, inside of which, in addition to the present itself, a piece of paper with wishes will be placed (it should be as long as possible and folded into an accordion).
If you are going to a child's holiday, then do it for him gift box in the form of a piece of cake and be sure to install a couple of cartoon characters made of cardboard inside. And in order for them to really be a surprise for the baby, attach the figures to flexible springs that will push them out as soon as the lid is removed from the box.
How to make a gift box with wishes?
Master class on making a pyramid 
Recommendations for making a pyramid If you want your gift box to be both packaging and a greeting card, then make it in the shape of a pyramid. In the photo above you can see templates that can be used to make a pyramid small size. But if you try to enlarge the scale of the drawing, you will eventually be able to make a pyramid on which you can place wishes.
Remember, in order for such a surprise to look interesting, the scale of the picture must be increased at least twice. Only in this case will you have the opportunity to make pockets on the outside of the product, in which you can later put cute notes. Yes, and remember, these pockets do not have to be made of paper; you can quite easily use, for example, lace for this. Just when you attach them, use a stapler instead of glue.
How to make a transparent gift box?
Rectangular gift box 
Tall gift box 
Triangular gift box Above, we have already shown you how to make a gift box from cardboard and plain paper, and now you will learn how to make a very cute transparent package. The best part is that you don’t have to buy material to make such a craft.
Since it is made from an ordinary plastic bottle, you only have to buy ribbons and gobbets for decoration. So, take a transparent one plastic bottle and cut off the neck and bottom from it. As a result, you should be left with a perfect cylinder in your hands. Then take your scissors and carefully cut it exactly as shown in the picture.
After you finish with this, start bending the material so that you can clearly see all the edges of the future craft. If you can't do this with your hands, then use scissors for this. As soon as you realize that the plastic has become more obedient, you can safely assemble the box. For security, tie it with a satin ribbon.
How to make a box for a women's gift on March 8?
Template #1 
Template No. 2 
Template No. 3 It just so happened, but for some reason most women associate March 8 with delicate branches of mimosa and scarlet tulips. That is why when making a box for this holiday, you must remember that there must be flowers on its outside. Whether they will be drawn or made using appliqué is up to you to decide. The main thing is that your packaging shows with all its appearance that spring is coming very soon.
If you don't want to spend extra time decorating the box, then invest in scrapbooking paper. If you are ready to work a little, then you can download some interesting template on the Internet, make flowers using it and cover the finished box with floral applique. Also, if you wish, you can simply paint it beautifully.
How to make a box for a man's gift for February 23?
Template No. 1 
Template No. 2 
Template No. 3 If there are real men in your family, then you simply must make February 23 a special day. The right gift wrapping will help you create a festive atmosphere. In principle, it can be done quite simply. You can make a box according to any template or master class with which we introduced you, only taking into account the fact that you are preparing a gift for a representative of the stronger sex.
That is, in this case it is best to forget about flowers, curls and all sorts of feminine things. It will be better if you make a gift box from paper with a camouflage print, or simply paint the finished product different shades green and brown. If you want to pack a present for an older man in this way, you can try decorating the box with a red star or any other attributes of the Soviet era.
You can also draw it, or print out the template and use the resulting blanks to make the desired applique. Well, if you are a lover of everything new, then try making a box in the shape of a men’s shirt. You can see how to do it in the picture, which is located a little higher.
How to make a gift box for lovers on February 14?
Box for February 14 
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Template No. 2 
Template No. 3 Many people think that making a heart-shaped box is very difficult. In fact, such a product is made according to the same principle as all other packaging. All that will be required of you in this case is simply to find the correct template and use it to glue the box together. We decided to make the task easier for you and therefore offer you several options to choose from. interesting ideas for gift boxes on February 14th.
If you decide to make the largest and most voluminous one, remember that in this case you will also have to make a product consisting of two parts. One part will act as the gift box itself, and the other will be the lid. Therefore, when cutting out the frame of a future craft, be sure to double-check whether one of the parts is slightly larger in size.
As in the case of a rectangular product, this is necessary so that in the end you can easily put the upper part on the lower part. As for the color of the box, it doesn't have to be red, if you want you can make the heart pink, raspberry or even purple and white.
How to make a wedding gift box?
Template #1 
Template No. 2 
Template No. 3 
Template No. 4 
Template No. 5 It’s probably not even worth mentioning that a wedding gift box should be special. And the point here is not in the shape of the product, but in its decor. Therefore, feel free to choose the template according to which you would like to make such a craft, and then begin to think about what the finishing of the finished product will be like.
I would like to say right away that in order to end up with something truly festive, the decor should be multi-layered. That is, you can create volume using flowers, leaves or hearts glued to each other and complement all this beauty with elegant curls made of rhinestones and sequins.
It is best for beginning needlewomen to opt for square and rectangular crafts. Such products are not only made faster, but also easier to decorate. Since you will actually have a canvas in front of you, you can first lay out the future picture from the elements, see how all the details will look together, and only after that start fixing them.
How to make a birthday gift box?
Template for making a cake 
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Template No. 2 
Template No. 3 Birthdays are one of those holidays that everyone looks forward to. It makes no difference how old the hero of the occasion is; on this day he still wants to feel most loved and dear. And what else can take us back to childhood and give us wonderful memories if not a gift packed in a box simulating a birthday cake. It’s easy to make such a craft, the main thing is to show a little patience.
Above you can see a template that you can use to make one piece of cake. If you see that in the end the gift wrap will be smaller in size than you need, then increase the scale to the desired size, just making sure that all proportions are respected in the process. Then make the required number of pieces, fold them into a circle and measure the diameter of the resulting figure.
But based on the data obtained, cut out a round stand on which you will place all the workpieces. If you wish, you can cover its edge with openwork snowflakes or lace. When the stand is ready, fill all the boxes with presents, form them into a cake and secure everything with a satin ribbon.
How to make a gift box for the New Year?
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Template No. 4 
Template No. 5 As you probably already understood, if you wish, you can make a holiday box of any shape and color with your own hands. As for the New Year, in this case too you will have plenty to choose from. If you show a little patience and ingenuity, then with the help of our templates you can make a beautiful snowman, a fluffy Christmas tree, a house or Santa Claus.
If you print the templates on a color printer using photo paper, then all you have to do is cut out the parts of the future gift box and carefully glue them together. If you don't have the opportunity to print templates, you can always make gift wrapping from a paper bag and a winter applique, such as the head of Santa Claus, the Snow Maiden or a snowman.
In this case, the bag, depending on the chosen character, will need to be made red, white or blue, and then a head, for example, Santa Claus, will be glued to the very top of the bag. You will need to stack two of them and be sure to provide holes at the very top for ribbons, which you will later use to tie your gift.
How to make a box for a cash gift?
Template #1 
Flowers for decoration Nowadays you won’t surprise anyone with a gift envelope for money, so most people try to present it in a more original way. The best option for such a case would be a cash gift box. You can make it using a fairly simple template. True, when making such a craft, you must remember that in this case you will be making a box, the inside of which will slide out.
Therefore, if you see that the sides of the product do not hold their shape well, then be sure to strengthen them. If you do this using cardboard, then one strip will be enough. If you use less dense paper, then first glue several pieces together, and only after that fix this element on your craft. And, of course, remember that until all the parts of the product are fastened together, it is not advisable to move the internal part.
If we talk about the finishing of such products, then everything depends solely on your imagination. You can decorate a cash gift box with whatever you have on hand, or try making flowers from scrapbooking paper. You can see how they can be made a little higher.
How to make a gift box for sweets?
Recommendations for making a box 
Simple box for sweets In principle, the box for sweets can be anything. You can, for example, make a cake from boxes that imitate pieces of dessert (we described how to do this in the previous paragraph of our article) or make something simpler, for example, a round or rectangular box. Therefore, choose which shape you like and start making your holiday craft. If you don’t like such products, then try making boxes using the templates located a little higher.
But I would like to immediately say that no matter what you choose special attention you need to pay attention to the material from which you will make your craft. In this case, it is strictly forbidden to use thin standard paper as it is unlikely to be able to withstand the weight of the sweets. Therefore, it will be better if you spend money and find the most dense cardboard in a specialized store that will not require additional reinforcement.
Scrapbooking paper is also suitable for creating such a masterpiece, just try to find the material on which it will be applied. children's drawing. These could be castles, princesses, cute animals, racing cars or even Legos. But even if you don’t manage to buy something like that, then just use your imagination and decorate the product with appliqué.
How to design and decorate a gift box with your own hands?
Paper roses 
Lush flower 
Corrugated paper flowers applique for decorating gift boxes If you were attentive, you probably realized that you can decorate a gift box with any decor. Therefore, you can even use simple colored paper as a decorative material. So, draw a flower of the desired shape on it in different sizes. After this is done, all you have to do is carefully cut out the blanks and then layer them on top of each other in 3-4 layers.
At the same time, you must ensure that the petals of your flowers are not located opposite each other. It will be better if the petals of each new ball move a little. This way you can achieve the effect of fluffiness and visual realism of the flower. You can also paste over the finished box with hearts, stars, openwork snowflakes, small notes with wishes and various kinds of signs.
In addition, you can make bows of different shapes from paper and also place them on the craft. And, of course, don’t forget that paper can be easily decorated with crafts made from ribbons and fabric. You can see how they can be made in the master classes posted a little higher.
Video: How to make a gift box in 10 minutes?
Making surprises with your own hands is always great! It’s especially nice to please your closest people with your gifts: husband, boyfriend, mother, girlfriend or sister. And when you have already come up with an idea, or for your mother for the holiday, one question remains unresolved - how to wrap the gift. And we will teach you how to do it fast, beautiful and correct.
The simplest and most affordable packaging material is, of course, gift paper. It is dense, beautiful and easy to process. When you are preparing a surprise for a person, pay attention to the moment of decorating your gift - and it will make an incredible impression!
There are several options how to wrap a gift in gift paper.
- You can make a bag from thick polished paper and place a gift in it.
- Make or purchase a gift box and pack it in beautiful paper.
- Pack a gift without a box.
How to make a gift bag with your own hands?
You can place a small and fairly light gift in a beautiful paper bag: for example, a T-shirt or a soft toy.
Select a suitable piece of paper, fold it as in the photo and continue to follow the instructions. Use glue to glue joints- it will be much more reliable than double-sided tape. It's better to use both.
To secure the handles, make holes with a hole punch and string ropes through them. To decorate the package, you can use a gift tag, also made by yourself.
How to pack a box in gift paper?
The classic packaging method is using a box. You can make it yourself or purchase it at a gift shop. Also, most gifts are sold already in a box ( household appliances, dishes, cosmetics, etc.) All you have to do is pack everything beautifully.
To make the packaging you will need:
- gift paper;
- decorative elements: ribbons, bows, accessories, beads, natural materials;
- scissors;
- centimeter;
- double sided tape.
First, we need to measure and then cut a paper rectangle, from which we will make a gift wrapper. We determine the amount of paper for a gift as follows::
- the width of the rectangle is equal to the perimeter of the box + 2-3 cm for the hem;
- the length of the rectangle will be 2 times the height of the box.
These parameters should be taken into account, especially if you are going to pack a large box, and even for the first time. To avoid mistakes and spoil the gift material, practice on a regular newspaper. By the way, the method of packaging in newsprint and glossy paper is considered one of the most popular today. Gift packaging in eco-style or retro style looks very original and funny.
And we begin the responsible process of wrapping the gift in wrapping paper. 
- Once you have cut out a rectangle of the required size, place the gift box in the center. At one of the vertical ends we make a bend of 0.5-1 cm and glue it with double-sided tape.
- Wrap the box tightly in paper and secure the edge with double-sided tape.
- Upper part We bend the paper and press it tightly against the end of the box.
- We also bend and fix the side parts.
- We also bend the lower end, but then we bend it and hide the cut of paper inside. We fix it on the sides with tape.
- We repeat the same thing on the opposite side.
- To decorate a gift cut out a single-color strip of paper and wrap it around the entire box lengthwise. We fasten the strip with tape at the back. Decorate with decorative cord. Today, a laconic style – minimalism – is in fashion. Bows should be small and neat; you can use decorative elements, but no more than 1-2 pieces per box.
To find out even more useful information To learn how to beautifully wrap a gift with your own hands, watch interesting and educational video lessons from real designers.
How to pack a book in gift paper: video lessons for why
Perhaps not the best, but the most practical and universal gift is a book. A suitable book can be found as a gift for a man, a woman, or a child. Such a gift can be presented for a professional holiday or a birthday. And beautiful and stylish packaging will only emphasize the festivity and solemnity of the moment. When packing a book you can safely do without a box, because this item has a suitable shape and solid texture. Let's start creative experiments!
How to beautifully wrap flowers: the most aesthetic master class
Did you know that gift paper is used not only for gifts, but also for wrapping flowers? Bouquets in transparent cellophane have not been in fashion for a long time - Natural materials are trending today and natural beauty !
Take a look at these simple methods and you will forever forget about artificial store-bought packaging.
How to pack a bottle with your own hands: a simple master class
The standard “gentleman's set”, as we know, consists of something blooming, sweet and semi-sweet. We offer you turn standard gifts into something original and stylish. For example, either pack the bottle beautifully.
It doesn’t matter what you are going to give a man. If you haven’t bothered to arrange it beautifully, you shouldn’t expect an ear-to-ear smile on his face. To make your task easier, we have prepared an article about which gift wrapping is best to choose, what material is ideal, and what decor you will need. But most importantly, you can combine it harmoniously and do everything with taste. We have also prepared several videos and detailed instructions on how to properly pack a gift. Follow them and everything will work out!
In order for not only the gift, but also its packaging to please a man, you need to show your imagination. What exactly is suitable for creating a first impression?
- Textile. Materials with a rough texture are preferable - cotton, wool or linen. They are suitable for gifts of any shape - envelopes, boxes, bottles.
- Paper. It should be a gift, pressed or ordinary, preferably in bright but not flashy colors. You can wrap it around anything that has a flat surface - boxes or books. If you choose the latter option, check out the selection.
- Box. This option is relevant in the case of large, soft, breakable gifts.
- Plastic bag. Budget option for small gifts - an umbrella, a mug, a pen.
It is better to avoid images of flowers and generally choose plain packaging.
Packaging color should be restrained, but you can give preference to bright shades. Blue, white, brown, dark green would look ideal here.
Necessary elements for decoration
Since you need to show maximum imagination in gift wrapping, as well as in choosing it, it is recommended to decorate it beautifully. To do this you need to use the following decorative elements:
- satin ribbons of different sizes;
- lace for decorating a gift for February 14;
- twine, pieces of fabric, bows for decorating a present for a birthday or any other holiday;
- beautiful labels to personalize the gift;
- mini-figurines carved from wood.
Now the “eco” style is in fashion, so you can decorate the packaging with anything, from branches to leaves and flowers.
It all depends on the holiday for which you are going to give your guy a gift. For New Year's present the packaging can be decorated with fir branches and cones. On February 14, it is better to choose something classic, satin ribbon or lace. Since men's decor options are always more ascetic than women's, you can choose regular twine or thick rope to decorate a gift.
The main advice for a giver who is working on a beautiful gift presentation is not to overdo it. Men are extremely restrained in their tastes, so the abundance of sparkles and satin ribbons obviously will not inspire them. What other tips can you give on presentation design?
- You should always start with wrapping paper, only after it has been secured should you move on to decorating with ribbons, lace, and leaves.
- The color of the packaging and decorative elements should be combined; there is no need, for example, to match acid green ribbons with brown paper.
- If as decorative element the twine is chosen and should be tied in intricate knots to make it look beautiful.
- Using beautiful labels attached to ribbons and twine, you can do without a postcard; just write your wish on the label itself.
- Despite the complexity of the work, the packaging should always be easy to remove, without interfering with the gift.
Creativity should not go against taste, which is why it is better to design a gift for a man in a minimalist style.
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How to beautifully decorate a gift for a man with your own hands
One of the simplest and most effective packaging methods is creating a box. For this you will need:
- Thick colored cardboard, on which you need to mark 2 times 5 cm from the left edge using a ruler.
- Also, 2 times 5 cm are measured on the right, and then the same measurements are taken from the top of the sheet.
- The dots are connected to each other, and the sheet is flipped from horizontal to vertical.
- On one of the lower stripes, first 5, then 10, and then another 5 cm are marked. The same measurements are made on the top line.
- The points above and below are again connected, and the resulting corner squares are cut off with scissors.
- Now all that remains is to make cuts towards the center on 4 sides.
- Using the handle with the ended ampoule, the remaining lines are pressed, after which the box itself is folded.
- Glue is applied to the widest edge, and then the structure is fixed with clothespins until completely dry. The lid is created in the same way, but where 5 cm were measured, 3 cm is measured.
- The lid is decorated with paper.
- Congratulatory letters can be cut out of a narrow strip of cardboard to decorate the lid.
If the gift already has a box, it needs to be beautifully packaged in paper. What actions need to be taken for this?
- You should measure the wrapping paper, leaving about 10 cm on each edge.
- The gift itself is placed in the center, after which it is covered first with the bottom edge of the paper, and then with the top.
- The edges are attached to the box using tape.
- The side edges of the paper are folded into an envelope shape and also secured with tape.
- The gift is tied with ribbon, and its edges are secured with tape.
- A bow is created from the same ribbon, which is attached to the gift using tape or paper clips.
If the gift turns out to be a bottle of cognac or any other alcohol, then it can also be beautifully packaged. To do this you need:
- Place it on wrapping paper, leaving about 5 cm at the bottom and top, and 10 cm at the sides;
- The bottle must be wrapped in paper, securing the edges with adhesive tape.
- The bottom of the paper should be carefully folded and secured with tape.
- The top edges of the paper are folded together, after which they need to be folded into a line 2 times, making small cuts on the sides.
- Now the top layers of wrapping paper are unfurled and the tape is tucked into them, after which they should be twisted again.
- The edges are folded together at the cut area to create a shirt made from wrapping paper, and the ribbon is tied into a tie and trimmed.
Creating spectacular packaging with your own hands is not at all difficult. It is important to choose the right color, material and shape. Using a little imagination, you can touch your husband, boyfriend, friend, or colleague to the depths of your soul!
Attractive packaging is half the fun of a gift. How to wrap a gift with your own hands in a beautiful and original way? A pressing question for those who are tired of standard paper bags. We will talk about holiday packaging methods and share ideas for decorating gifts without any special financial expenses.
How to wrap a gift in paper yourself
The simplest and affordable way- wrap the gift in paper, and for this you need to choose suitable material. What type of packaging paper can be used?
A gift item, quite thin, decorated with drawings and prints of various themes. Sold in wide width rolls.
Kraft paper, also known as wrapping paper. It gives a lot of scope for decorating a gift, because bows, lace, stickers, drawings, postcards, buttons, tinsel and all other gift decor look great against its emphatically laconic background.
Foil. Looks very elegant, especially on New Year's holidays.
Designer paper. It has a variety of textures. Such paper can be artificially aged, embossed, parchment, rice, interspersed with natural herbs or flowers. Ideal for original packaging.
Once the paper has been selected, you should prepare your workspace and tools. You will need:
Scissors;
Scotch tape is regular and double-sided;
Pencil for marking;
Present;
Selected wrapping paper;
Accessories for decorating the finished gift.
Is everything ready? Now you can move on to the packaging process.
1. Measure the required paper size. It should completely wrap the gift in length and width, with a small margin of 2-3 cm, the end of the box should be completely closed.
2. Place the gift in the middle and wrap it around the long side of the box, securing the paper with pieces of tape. There is a more accurate option - attach a strip to the edge double sided tape and wrap the gift.
3. Lower the paper onto the end of the box, fold in the free edges and lift the opposite side of the paper so that it rests on the end.
For a better understanding of the process, watch the short video, and in two minutes you will become a true packaging professional.
This option is the simplest and most common, but there are other packaging schemes. For example, it is convenient to pack small square gifts in an envelope, as shown in the diagram.
How to pack a sweet gift with your own hands
Not all gifts are sold in boxes that are convenient to wrap in paper. Sweet gifts, especially homemade ones, require a different approach. There are several simple ways for stylish packaging of a sweet gift:
1. Fold a box of thick paper or cardboard.
2. Pack in transparent paper and then wrap in regular gift paper.
3. Place in basket.
To fold the original box, use one of our diagrams.
Using this template, you get a box with a lid that can comfortably fit sweets, lollipops, small cookies or cakes.
According to the diagram, it is easy to fold a bonbonniere box for chocolate, sweets, and cookies.
In the resulting boxes you can pack a set of sweets or marshmallows, marshmallows or marmalade, cookies, dragees and gingerbread cookies.
Don't want to bother with folding boxes? Then wrap the sweets in transparent cellophane, and then pack them in paper and decorate.
Secrets of custom packaging
Paper is far from the only packaging material. The fabric packaging looks great. There is a special Japanese technique called furoshiki. With its help you can pack any gifts: boxes, toys, clothes.
How to wrap a gift in fabric?
1. Lay out the fabric on the table.
2. Place a gift in the middle.
3. Cover the gift on both sides with opposite ends of the fabric.
4. Tie the loose ends in a knot.
Short video will help you quickly master the furoshiki technique.
More ideas for original packaging
Glass jars. They are suitable for small items: fruits, sweets, cosmetics, money.
Envelope. You can put a book, a set of CDs, a box of chocolates, a photograph, a stole and many other things in a large format envelope.
Industrially printed paper. Newspaper, music paper, maps or magazines - anything will do, especially if you use your imagination.
How to decorate a gift wrapped with your own hands?
Wrapping a gift beautifully and neatly or putting it in an original box is only half the battle. You need to choose an original decoration for a gift. What could it be?
1. Bows. Ready-made or hand-made, the latter is preferable.
3. Lace.
4. Jute cord.
6. Tinsel.
7. Contrast paper.
9. Stickers.
10. Drawings by hand.
11. Candy.
12. Beads.
13. Small toys.
14. Fresh flowers.
15. Dried flowers - branches, leaves, berries, moss.
There are a huge number of options for decorating gifts; it is impossible to describe even some of them in one article. But you can give a few recommendations to ensure that the gift looks perfect:
1. Choose three to four decorative embellishments, including ribbon; more will look tacky.
2. By choosing paper and decorations of the same tone, you will get an elegant packaging option. Contrasting colors will make the packaging bright.
3. It is better to choose one style for packaging - naive, ecological, sophisticated, retro or vintage. This will give the gift a certain mood.
In order to wrap a gift beautifully and originally with your own hands, you will need a little patience, accuracy and imagination, but the result will give you a lot of pleasant impressions!