Holiday Gift-Wrapping Ideas

Have Fun and Get Weird with Your Holiday Gift-Wrapping Ideas … The holiday season is one of the most joyful times of the year as it is full of excitement, especially when exchanging gifts. Unwrapping a carefully chosen present is so magical. However, it’s hard to overlook the practices of the environmental impact of traditional gift-wrapping.

Once the gift wrap used during the holidays ends by torn through it, being discarded after just one use, and never seen/used again and became unnecessary waste.

Here’s a dirty little holiday secret: Most of the gift wrap out there isn’t eco-friendly—even if it is made of paper. But fear is not! switching to more eco-friendly wrapping is one of the simplest ways we can reduce our waste during the festive season.

There are tons of eco-friendly gift wrap ideas alternatives to traditional gift wrapping. That’ll still give you that gorgeous under-the-tree look still preserving the magic of gift-giving.

Think recyclable paper, reusable fabric wrapping, vintage finds, or even a gift wrap that’s part of the gift itself. There’s no shortage of creative and sustainable options to choose from.

The gifts don’t have to be lavish to be extraordinary. The more simple it is, the more it leaves a lasting impression, especially when you create it with great gift it!

Know about eco-friendly gift wrapping that is kinder to the environment and still looks festive, along with our favorite gift-wrapping options to make this holiday truly green.

Fortunately, there are tons of eco-friendly gift wrap ideas out there, consider trying out some of these eco-friendly ideas to add a touch of festive charm. Here’s some inspiration as you begin your holiday gift wrapping. Try some unique ways to wrap gifts for the holidays that are different, personalized, and simple including that festive charm of the holidays .

Eco-Friendly Gift Wrap Ideas

Holiday, like (Christmas, birthdays, etc.), gifts flood homes with an average of 25% more garbage are produced. And people are becoming more aware to wrap gifts in a sustainable way. This helps the environment by recycling using eco-friendly alternatives.

Below we presented many eco–friendly alternatives to wrapping paper but here are other uncommon eco-friendly alternatives ways;

Beeswax wrappers;

This type of reusable coating is mainly used in food to keep your food fresh for longer.  They have a very careful design and are perfect for wrapping gifts in a more sustainable and different way.

This type of paper is a combination of beeswax, tree resin and organic jojoba oil and organic cotton. They are completely reusable and sustainable, with a thousand uses and a different option for packaging a present.

Reuse the drawings of the little ones;

If you have small children, you probably have a sheet with a drawing. Put some of these paintings to work as personized gift-wrapping paper. Your children will be very proud! And in the process, you don’t waste any more paper.

Recycle plastic bags as wrapping paper

We all have an empty soft plastic bag at home, turn it over so the inside is out.  All you see is one color and practically the drawing or logo that might be still appearing. Start decorating with paper and cardboard. The same can be done with chip bags inside out, they will be good for small items.

Give A Present with Clay Pot

Among new ideas for wrapping gifts, which is a great idea, sustainable and practical. Putting a gift inside a decorated clay pot as, for example a joy. The clay pot comes with a bottom plate to collect water, use it as a temporary lid top and tie it with ribbons. This idea of wrapping gifts will surely be useful.

Hide gifts around the house

Gifts do not always have to be wrapped for holidays, although that is traditionally the case. It’s wasteful, make a new tradition, make a treasure hunt clues, do it like an Easter egg hunt. Gifts can be hidden anywhere around the house in drawers, closets, in the kitchen, in attics, etc.

Gift wrapping ideas without box

1. Fabric wrapping

• Furoshiki Fabric Wraps;

The Japanese tradition of furoshiki is the art of wrapping gifts in cloth instead of paper. Furoshikiuses beautifully decorated pieces of fabric tied loosely around the gift as an elegant and eco-friendly gift wrap.  Not only does this fabric create a unique and beautiful look, but fabric can be reused.

We recommend using linen napkins, placemats, decorative tea towels and dish towels as a beautiful addition under your tree this season, they will also double as a much-loved gift.

• Reusable Fabric Bags;

Fabric bags are even more durable versions of paper gift bags. Fabric wrapped gifts, reusable sustainable recycled textile gift wrapping alternative zero waste concept can be invested in a set that you can reuse for every holiday. Via sumoftheirstories.

• Vintage Fabric;

Look around your house for a vintage handkerchief or tablecloth you can use to make a gorgeous eco-friendly gift wrap idea. You can add old neckties, doilies, frayed edges or a stained tablecloth, lengths of lace into gift wrap to add extra panache to a plain kraft paper wrap job.

2. Brigitte Grant x Bed Threads ‘Holiday’ Gift Sacks

Euro summer meets Aussie Christmas lunch with our exclusive print collaboration with artist Brigitte Grant x Bed Threads ‘Holiday’ Gift Sack.

This festive ‘Holiday’ bag is available in a 100% French flax linen gift sack. This artist-designed is a low waste, low-effort option for holiday gift-giving, and a fine art print as the gift itself. These ‘Holiday’ Gift Sacks are one your giftee can reuse season after season – whether hung like a stocking on a mantel or regifted to family and friends. Via bedthreads.

3. Bed Threads linen sacks

get creative by reusing Bed Threads linen sacks that benefit them – and the environment.They makes a full benefit for a stylish and practical gift wrap option  They are a great way to gift wrap your Christmas presents.

The best bit? No scissors or sticky tape are needed! There are several genius ways you can reuse these Bed Threads linen sacks in wrapping gifts.

4. Burlap Bags Gift Wrapping Paper

Burlap is a timeless fabric of odd shaped that has been in use for centuries. Burlap bags have been one of the strongest natural fibers that is elegant and natural look. It is also a renewable source that can be reused again and again. Via uncommondesignsonline.

 

Simple holiday gift wrapping ideas

1-Recycled Newspaper or Magazines

If you have a pile of old magazines or newspapers lying around use them in wrapping gifts. recycling newspapers or magazines are both eye-catching and eco-friendly. It is the perfect way to recycle all your old papers to create a vintage wrapping gift look while creating the perfect black and white backdrop for a colorful ribbon to pop.

2. Use Old Maps to Wrap Gifts

Old maps an old atlas is a creative and eco-friendly way to wrap gifts. They’re likely made of thick enough paper that they can be saved and reused to make unique and personalized presents. This is a great way for your Father’s Day gifts to stand out! Via msrachelhollis.

3-Paper Bags Gift Wrapping

When you get a paper grocery bag or a paper gift bag, don’t toss them out after a single use! Remove the handle if there are any and save them. Reuse Paper Bags Gift Wrapping for the next holiday. If you’re shopping for gift bags, choose simple colors and styles so they can be enhanced for gift presentation on any occasion. Via abeautifulmess.

4. Simple Kraft Paper for Holiday Gift Wrapping

Discover the charming simplicity of kraft paper gift wrap. It’s an eco-friendly, low-cost alternative to more traditional options and can be recycled. Most of the other types of wrapping paper can’t be recycled. It gives your gifts a lovely rustic look, making your holiday gifts look stunning.

• Kraft or Butcher Paper Kraft or butcher-type paper, which can be bought in large rolls, both are inexpensive, environmentally friendly, and is easily recyclable and gives your gifts a nice, rustic touch. They also have an opportunity to express many creativities and add a personal touch to each gift by using markers, crayons, stamps, or paint. (perfect job for kids!).

• Paint Your Canvas; a cute gift in homemade wrapping kraft paper with black or red hearts tied with jute thread opens for endless creative possibilities, be it for Christmas, birthdays, for Valentine’s Day, Father’s Day, or mother day or whenever. Plain kraft paper is the perfect blank canvas… where you can add any texure according to you teast. A place where kids can express their creativity, and the perfect way to individualize each person’s gift.

• Custom Chalkboard and Kraft Paper Gift Wrap: Chalkboard-style anything is one of the hottest trends right now. So, Great art gift by using black kraft paper and a white paint marker to turn any gift into a blackboard canvas. Tie it with a coordinating ribbon or scrap of fabric. By Christen Olivarez.

• Stamp It; if you simply adore Kraft paper because of the endless possibilities it provides, then give the kraft or butcher paper a makeover with woodblock stamps and ink.

Old-school craft project use Potato- or apple-stamped paper to get the kids involved. A Double stamping technique can be used with two different colors of ink. This is to create a drop shadow effect and some color variation. Carlina Teteris / Getty Images.

 

Gift wrapping ideas with box;

Baskets/boxes

Holidays are the perfect time to re-use any boxes or baskets. If they look particularly fresh you can wrap them in kraft paper. Recycling Baskets/boxes are an excellent choice for those seeking an environmentally friendly, versatile, and durable option for gifts.

• Boxes;

We spent hours or even days, or even weeks choosing the right gift for our loved ones, to complete the presentation the time it deserves, so don’t let yourself down with ordinary wrapping. Gift wrapping can be so much fun, giving a gift that’s just as much a pleasure watching someone opening it.

A beautifully wrapped gift box gift wrapping ideas for square box or origami gift box shows that you put extra thought into your gift-giving. With the right combination of ribbons, mesh wrap, and paper, your gift can also be a work of art.  Create an impressively wrapped gift box that might just be too lovely to open!

• Baskets;

Gift baskets have been a tried-and-true way to give a personalized straw basket filled with goodies.  Materials like gift-wrapping paper, shrink wrap, tulle, and other fabric materials are used wrapping. You just must choose the right size according to your gift size. Baskets are like boxes that can be reused for storage around their house, or for someone else’s gift.

Gift wrapping ideas diy

1-DIY ornaments gift topper;

Around the holidays, ornaments can be used as creative one-of-a-kind gift tags and toppers all in one. DIY ornaments are a favorite gift topper, many ideas can be made with your own style to suit you and match your recipient’s name. The simplest embellishments can make the biggest difference especially when adding your personal touches.

2-Something Sweet

When you attach something sweet to the ribbon or bow of your package to really sweeten the deal and put your present on a gift table it does not blend in with all the rest wrapping gifts.

3-Tape gift wrapping 

Create patterns and designs on the gift-wrapping using washi tape, or festive masking tape  make the perfect adornment to plain wrapping paper.  Get creative creating patterns.

4-Recycle Cards To Make Tags, Art

Use old cards, old photos, and postcards in a very easy and cheap way as gift tags or decoupage art onto your gift boxes. In my opinion, customize the shapes for more personal touch than the store-bought tags! via itsahashtaglife.

5-Gift Wrapping Ideas with Old Sign Stencils

The package should be as special and unique as the gift…why not use acrylic craft paints and stencils to beautify plain white butcher paper. Via lorabloomquist.

Simple gift wrapping ideas

1-Old-fashioned gift-wrapped ideas

There is nothing more beautiful than the Old-Fashioned Way which is simple and sweet. Old-fashioned gift wrap is beautiful and available with papers from daily items you use like reusable paper shopping bags. This brown paper can be topped with natural items to give such a nice nostalgic touch.

 

2-Gift Wrapping Cut and Paste

Cut and paste is a simple and attractive Children’s art project for gift-wrapping idea that involves cutting out shapes and Child glues them together. This technique is used in making greeting cards for Father’s Day or for Mother’s Day.

3-Gift Wrapping with Pom Poms

Pom poms on gift wrapped packages are actually a game-changer, all you need is just a little bit of a certain color yarn. The simplest way is just wrapping your yarn around a piece of cardboard.

4-Craft Cute Character Gift Wrapping 

Cute Character puts into your loved one’s gift wrapping will make the gift so much more personal like this deer using simple brown paper and labels right out of the package.

5-Fun Emoji Gift-Wrapping

Another holiday DIY Guaranteed, nobody will have the same holiday gift wrapping idea when you show up Emoji gift wrap with just yellow paper and some cardstock. Via studiodiy.

Unique gift wrapping ideas

1-Think Outside the Box

Get creative and use attractive solution to repurpose items around the house to act as gift wrap. Other than regular holiday gift boxes, wrapping paper, ribbons and tapes.

Replace with kitchen-utensil, BBQ mitts make the perfect vessel for cookout tools, empty cracker package, empty toilet paper tubes are perfect for holding gift cards.

Empty chip canisters are great for cookies, and they have built in lids. Hope this will stimulate ideas of your own as well.

 

2. Natural decorative elements

Let mother nature serve as an inspiration for your holiday gifts rather than using ribbons or stickers to decorate your gifts any time of year. Slip dried spring flowers, colorful fall leaves, citrus fruit, or sprigs of thyme/leaves instead. Elevate your gift’s aesthetic with sprigs of rosemary or lavender into a ribbon or twine to upgrade plain kraft paper.Via adailysomething.

 

Glass Mason Jar or Bowls

Mason jars or cleaned out glass containers can be presented with other gifts in glass jars or bowls. They are great for repurposing over and over again… Just dress the jars or bowls up with ribbon, or bakers’ twine around the top or evergreen sprigs for a little extra something.

Glass jars are wonderful for storing food gifts like cookies, cookie mixes, and candy, gift cards, hot chocolate mixes, homemade granola, or just about anything!

 

Wrap an Oddly Shaped Gift

Gifting an awkwardly shaped gift like Bicycle? Basketball? Violin… wrapping these oddly shaped gifts is easier than you might think. Yes, you could throw it in a gift bag with tissue paper, but creating a unique and appealing look is more charming. So, Other than using a store-bought gift bag;

• To wrap a gift with curves, use crepe-paper streamers, which, like an elastic bandage, as it is flexible to conform to any form.
• If the item is just too big to cover with paper or “wrap” it with strings of holiday lights.
• cylinder shaped gift is wrapped in a Cylinder Fold
• gifts that are round or other odd shapes is wrapped in a Gift Bag Fold. Make a gift bag from wrapping paper.
• Envelope Fold is best for items that are flat, like the makeup brush set .

 With these fun gift-wrapping hacks, opening the present makes getting a gift even more delightful. via abeautifulmess.