Kraft paper gift wrap ideas

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I somehow discovered kraft paper at Home Depot when we repainted our first house. Years later I am still using Kraft paper, but every once in a while I come up with a different idea for decorating the plain packages. There are multiple places to purchase kraft paper, but I find the best bargain is to purchase it from a big box hardware store, such as Home Depot or Lowes. I buy one massive roll. On the downside, it takes up a lot of space in the house, but the plus is that you can use it as a drop cloth of sorts when painting or doing other projects, so it is useful in many ways. Before we get to the decor, there are a few things to note about wrapping with kraft paper. First, it has a different texture and thickness than wrapping paper and traditional wrapping techniques do not work as well with it.

Kraft paper gift wrap ideas

This year one of my goals was to waste less and learn to use what I already have on hand. I have quite a bit of bags and boxes to reuse but I wanted to wrap some pretty gifts too. Most wrapping paper is recyclable however if it has additives like gold flakes, glitter, or plastic. So here are some boho Christmas wrapping ideas to spice up your kraft wrapped gifts. Get crafty with your kraft paper and add some paint, stamps or even your own design. Stars are such a holiday touch to any gift. They make for unique packaging and can double as an ornament. Related: Boho Christmas Decor Inspo. Obsessed with these rust and cream yarn pom poms to add to a gift. They are so cute and fun and you can get creative with color combos. Have fun and add a little holiday color. I love this red and white striped string and sprig idea. Pro tip: Think about what you can find around your home.

Stars are such a holiday touch to any gift. Start by wrapping your gifts as you normally would. Materials: patterned cardstock paper or upcycled giftbags!

Hey guys! One of my favorite ways to wrap gifts and also a way that is super trendy right now is using basic kraft paper as the actual gift wrapping, then adding cute gift tags, greenery, ribbon etc. Add greenery. This is such a classic and elegant idea that has been revived over the past couple of years! I love the simple and elegant look a little greenery brings to the gifts! Try stamping the kraft paper.

Because no one has extra time during the holidays, right? I decided on a mushroom. Using the skewer I etched the simple outline of a mushroom in the middle of the potato that I cut in half. Then using a sharp knife I cut away from the mushroom outline. Press it onto a paper towel to dry and then paint on the red paint. Roll out your kraft paper and begin stamping the mushrooms in different positions all over the paper. You could do this any way you want, but I find it easier and much faster to just make up a random pattern.

Kraft paper gift wrap ideas

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Ooh, great idea! I should mention here that I have awful handwriting, so I try to use stamps or the printer whenever I have the opportunity. Long ago I stopped trying for a super tight finish on the paper and instead embraced the structure of the paper. Using a lighter shade, add some highlights to the petals with a few quick strokes. You can just find it at the hardware store and we love it. Love that!!! The wonderful thing about kraft paper is that it is a completely blank canvas that you can decorate however you wish. Next, use green to draw a few wavy stems and leaves. Kraft paper is also available in different colors that are just as cost-effective. Best Non-Dairy Alternatives. Aww thank you so much! One thing I enjoy doing when wrapping gifts is mixing and matching different ribbons and fabric scraps to create unique and appealing presents. By thinking outside the box and also using some things you probably already have on hand you can easily create beautiful packages to put under your tree! I like to use gift tags made from Kraft paper and decorate them using paint, stamps, or stickers.

This year, I decided to stray from the typical glossy, patterned gift wrap and discovered the charming simplicity of kraft paper gift wrap. As it turns out, kraft paper is incredibly versatile when it comes to dressing up those holiday presents. But the best part?

First impressions are everything , and this also applies to gifting! Once the gifts are wrapped, the options are endless when it comes to hand painting patterns or details. I will choose. This post was all about creative gift wrapping ideas. Here I used an oil pastel to draw out a bow on a piece of standard white paper, then cut around the bow to create a unique shape. Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Aww thank you so much! These will be your flowers I chose blue for this example. Log in now. Ribbon can get pricey, and I have recently found that Costco sells large rolls of red and white wide ribbon.