Get Creative: Cloth Furoshiki

Put regular wrapping paper aside and experiment with an old Japanese tradition - Furoshiki! Before plastic bags and leather satchels, the Japanese would create makeshift bags out of cloth to carry food, clothing and other goods. In modern day, the art of Furoshiki is now used as … [Read more...] about Get Creative: Cloth Furoshiki

Get Creative: Plantable Seed Paper

One great way to stay away from the usual wrapping paper is to make your own plantable seed paper. If your friend is a nature lover, this will be perfect for him or her. Once your gift is opened, the paper can then be planted directly into their garden and they can watch the … [Read more...] about Get Creative: Plantable Seed Paper

Get Creative: Hollow Book

Does your friend enjoy surprises? Try ‘wrapping’ your gift by hiding it in a book! This works best with smaller presents, which can be placed or individually wrapped inside your hollow book. If you have some time on your hands, go ahead and make your own; choose a book with a … [Read more...] about Get Creative: Hollow Book

Get Creative: Homemade Cards

If you are tired of extravagant paper or bothersome alternatives, why not set your gift apart by adding a few homemade accessories? Perhaps customize plain wrapping paper by making designs with a bit of paint and a sprig of pine, or make your own personalized gift tags. A … [Read more...] about Get Creative: Homemade Cards

Get Creative: Built-In Pockets

A built in pocket is a simple, imaginative way of incorporating a card, accessory, or candy into your gift. You no longer have to tape your card to your gift, or lather your gift in glue. Instead, take a pair of old jeans, cut out one of the pockets, and attach your new … [Read more...] about Get Creative: Built-In Pockets