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10 DIY gift wrapping ideas

Here are 10 ways which you can improve your DIY gift wrapping skills without having to break the bank.

STEP up your gift-giving with something a little more personal this festive season.

With so many beautiful and inexpensive ways to wrap presents, your family and friends will definitely want to save every piece of scrap.

Here are 10 ways which you can improve your DIY gift wrapping skills without having to break the bank or use the same tube of wrapping paper leaving all your gifts looking exactly the same.

 

Map wrapping paper

Map wrapping paper. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Using newspaper is a classic choice for DIY gift wrap — but you can take it to the next level by using maps for something colourful and unexpected.

 

Roller printed paper

Roller printed paper. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Even if you have a large package to decorate, you can use a roller to stamp a festive design for an easy and creative gift wrap.

 

Potato Stamped paper 

Carve your own stamps using potatoes for a cleverly crafty wrapping paper — no drawing skills required.

 

Chalkboard paper

Chalkboard paper. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Doodle all over your gift wrap with fun designs that will bring a smile to anyone’s face.

 

Pom Pom paper

Pom Pom paper. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Felt pom poms give your wrapping paper a touch of whimsy when they’re nestled under the tree.

 

Cut out wrapping paper

Cut out shapes wrapping paper. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Cut out a simple shape – like a heart or even a Christmas tree – to add a little glitz to your gift.

 

Nature inspired gift wrap

Nature inspired gift wrap. PHOTO: https://www.atiliay.com

A sprig of holly, pine or a cinnamon stick is a simple and classy way to add holiday cheer to your wrapping routine. This nature inspired gift wrap was definitely my favourite.

 

Photo accented gift wrap

Photo accented gift wrap. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Add a personal touch to your gift wrap with a printed keepsake photo for your friend or family member.

 

Duct tape gift bags

Duct tape gift bags. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Neon duct tape makes a great envelope bag that’s both colourful and reusable.

 

Colourful tights wrapping

Colourful tights wrapping. PHOTO: https://mashable.com

Use a similar technique to the furoshiki wrap, only updated with colourful nylon tights.

 

 

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