{"id":3061,"date":"2020-11-30T21:41:10","date_gmt":"2020-11-30T21:41:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.geraniumhomes.com\/blog\/?p=3061"},"modified":"2023-09-19T17:03:31","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T17:03:31","slug":"wrapping-in-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wrapping-in-style\/","title":{"rendered":"Wrapping in Style for the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/WrappinginStyle.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3078\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/WrappinginStyle.jpg\" alt=\"WrappinginStyle\" width=\"960\" height=\"571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/WrappinginStyle.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/WrappinginStyle-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/WrappinginStyle-720x428.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a>Tis the season of giving! You\u2019ve found the perfect present, but are you having a bit of trouble making the gift look as good on the outside as it looks on the inside?&nbsp; Here are&nbsp;some great, unique gift wrapping ideas guaranteed to be a hit!<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Make it Eco-Friendly&nbsp;<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nDo you have an eco-conscious person on your list, or are you looking to reduce your carbon footprint?&nbsp; So you didn\u2019t save your wrap from last year, no problem, there are lots of <a href=\"http:\/\/inhabitat.com\/6-eco-friendly-gift-wrap-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">options for eco-friendly wraps<\/a>. Make it a two-in-one-gift by wrapping with fabric, like a scarf.&nbsp; If you have old maps and calendars, they make great wrapping paper as well. Try using jars or other household items that need only a ribbon to make it work!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3062\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Eco-friendly.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3062\" class=\"wp-image-3062\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Eco-friendly-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Eco friendly\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Eco-friendly-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Eco-friendly-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Eco-friendly-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Eco-friendly.jpg 1580w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3062\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"http:\/\/inhabitat.com\/6-eco-friendly-gift-wrap-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">inhabitat.com<\/a> offers great alternatives to traditional wrap.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><b>Try out Washi tape<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nWashi tape is cute, affordable, and super versatile &#8211; which makes it the perfect thing to add to your gift wrapping supplies. There are so many things you can do with it to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washigang.com\/blogs\/news\/gift-wrapping-with-washi-tape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make your wrapping unique<\/a>. Don\u2019t limit yourself to using it just on gifts; try it out on all of your holiday decorations. You can find Washi tape on<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/s\/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%253Daps&amp;field-keywords=washi+tape\"> Amazon<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.michaels.com\/papercraft\/washi-tape\/871138037\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Michael\u2019s<\/a>, or your own local craft store.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3063\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Washi-tape.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3063\" class=\"wp-image-3063 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Washi-tape.jpg\" alt=\"Washi tape\" width=\"600\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Washi-tape.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Washi-tape-300x203.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3063\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Get inspired with the many festive uses of Washi Tape on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellowonderful.co\/post\/6-simple-ways-to-gift-wrap-with-washi-tape\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hello Wonderful<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><b>Interactive Gift Wrap for Kids<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nIs there a child&nbsp;in your life who is too excited to wait to open presents?&nbsp; Keep them preoccupied by having them <a href=\"https:\/\/modpodgerocksblog.com\/gift-wrap-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make their own wrapping paper<\/a>. Simple blank white or brown paper with some crayons is great for those impatient and excited children, and makes a cherished gift for grandma and grandpa.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6216\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Gift-wrap-ideas-for-kids.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6216\" class=\"wp-image-6216 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/modegepodgekids-1024x779.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/modegepodgekids.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/modegepodgekids-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/modegepodgekids-768x584.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6216\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/modpodgerocksblog.com\/gift-wrap-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ModgePodge<\/a> has some fun ideas to get the kids wrapped up in decorating<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><b>DIY Gift Bag<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nIn a pinch for a gift bag? Don\u2019t worry, you can make your own. Grab your favourite wrapping paper and <a href=\"http:\/\/hellosandwich.blogspot.ca\/2011\/12\/paper-gift-bag-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">follow these easy steps<\/a> to make the cutest do-it-yourself gift bag.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3064\" style=\"width: 392px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/DIY-Gift-bag.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3064\" class=\"wp-image-3064\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/DIY-Gift-bag.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Gift bag\" width=\"382\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/DIY-Gift-bag.jpg 567w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/DIY-Gift-bag-199x300.jpg 199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3064\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Get <a href=\"http:\/\/hellosandwich.blogspot.ca\/2011\/12\/paper-gift-bag-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">step-by-step instructions<\/a> to make your own bags.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><b>Share Memories<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nWhat better way to show someone they&nbsp;are special than to add photos of your favourite memories to your gifts? <a href=\"http:\/\/modernhepburn.tumblr.com\/post\/69700032983\/fl-o-ra-via-gift-wrapping-with-square-prints\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This sentimental touch<\/a> will mean a lot to the gift recipient. Not only does it work as a great wrap but there&#8217;s also no need for a gift tag!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3066\" style=\"width: 440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Share-Memories.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3066\" class=\"wp-image-3066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Share-Memories.jpg\" alt=\"Thanks to IgniteLight for this thoughtful way to wrap gifts.\" width=\"430\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Share-Memories.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Share-Memories-224x300.jpg 224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3066\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Thanks to <a href=\"http:\/\/ignitelight.tumblr.com\/post\/69699126365\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IgniteLight<\/a> for this thoughtful way to wrap gifts.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><b>Using Brown Paper<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nBrown Paper is an elegant, versatile material for your gift wrapping. There are so many possibilities; it\u2019s the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.myparadissi.com\/2013\/12\/40-brown-paper-gift-wrapping-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">perfect gift wrapping canvas<\/a>. From <a href=\"https:\/\/canada.michaels.com\/en\/diy-christmas-cards\/christmas-stamps\/1011366871\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">homemade or store bought stamps<\/a>, to ribbons and garlands, to paint or greenery the possibilities are endless. The best part is you could tailor each gift to the recipient which makes the gift that much more special.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3076\" style=\"width: 908px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/BrownPaperWrap.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3076\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3076\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/BrownPaperWrap.jpg\" alt=\"The possibilities are endless with you start with Brown Paper Wrap!\" width=\"898\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/BrownPaperWrap.jpg 898w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/BrownPaperWrap-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/BrownPaperWrap-720x447.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 898px) 100vw, 898px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3076\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The possibilities are endless with you start with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.myparadissi.com\/2013\/12\/40-brown-paper-gift-wrapping-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brown Paper Wrap<\/a>!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><b>Give it a Chalkboard Feel<\/b><\/strong><br \/>\nChalkboard paint has been all the rage lately and what a better time to make an impression than by bringing the <a href=\"https:\/\/tidymom.net\/diy-chalkboard-gift-wrap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trend to your gift wrapping?<\/a> Find black wrapping paper or gift bags, pick up a chalkboard marker at your local craft store, and get inspired!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3067\" style=\"width: 527px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Chalkboard.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3067\" class=\"wp-image-3067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Chalkboard.jpg\" alt=\"Here's how to give your gifts a chalkboard look.\" width=\"517\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Chalkboard.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Chalkboard-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 517px) 100vw, 517px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3067\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Here&#8217;s how to give your gifts a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nashvillewraps.com\/blog\/2012\/08\/16\/how-to-gift-wrap-with-a-chalkboard-look\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chalkboard look<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>There are endless possibilities for unique gift wrapping ideas. These ideas will help you make the wrapping just as special as the gift they are covering. Everyone on your gift list will love how much thought you put into every aspect of the present. Happy Holidays!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tis the season of giving! You\u2019ve found the perfect present, now it&#8217;s time to make the gift look as good on the outside as it looks on the inside, and save some money in the process.<br \/>\nHere are some great, unique gift wrapping ideas  <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wrapping-in-style\/\">READ MORE ><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3078,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[34,7],"tags":[231,520,122,129,409,14,87,284,517,283,521,519,133,321],"class_list":["post-3061","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diy","category-indoor-living","tag-christmas","tag-christmas-gifts","tag-diy-2","tag-do-it-yourself","tag-eco-friendly","tag-geranium","tag-geranium-homes","tag-gift-ideas","tag-gift-wrapping","tag-gifts","tag-hanukkah","tag-holiday-gifts","tag-holidays","tag-home"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3061","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3061"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3061\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6217,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3061\/revisions\/6217"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3078"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3061"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3061"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3061"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}