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Tips for Wrapping a Pretty Present |
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Do you ever feel like you know just enough about Christmas to be dangerous? Let's see if we can fill in some of the gaps with the latest info from Christmas experts.
Traditionally, when you think of gift wrapping, you visualize ribbons, wrapping paper, tape, and scissors. But in our modern society, we need to accommodate modern people as well. As working men and women, some of us don’t have the time to properly wrap gifts, as well, for whatever reason, some of us just don’t enjoy elaborate gift wrapping. For those of us who fit this latter profile, know that you have options. We will be giving tips about the traditional as well as not so traditional alternatives in gift wrapping, to ensure that your gift giving will be a success no matter which profile you fall under.
For the traditionalists who enjoy the classical gift wrapping, you will need your wrapping paper, tape, scissor, and ribbon. First of all, you’ll need to select an appropriate style of wrapping paper, so for what occasion are you giving this gift? Nowadays, wrapping papers come in many different varieties, from birthdays and weddings, to Easter and Christmas. So make sure you choose one that gives the right impression. You’ll want one that communicates to the recipient what the purpose is for you to send him/her a gift.
Now, how do you keep your paper strait and aligned? Many companies offer wrapping paper with grids marked on its backside of the design; cut along these lines and you can be confident that there wouldn’t be a jig-saw edge to match the flat side. These grids also come in handy when you’re trying to measure how much wrapping paper you’ll need to cut out, so use them as much as you can, that’s what they’re there for.
After making sure that the wrapping paper you measured out is one and half times the size of the object on every dimension, you can proceed with the taping. First you’ll want to put a piece of tape exactly in the middle where both ends of the wrapping paper meets. Next, you’ll ensure the fit is snug on all sides, and secure the centre connecting point with more tape to keep the form rigid. Now you crease the ends, knocking in two end flaps that are parallel to the other, establishing a triangular fold in the middle of both sides. Reinforce the crease; fold the triangle flap from bottom to top, then finish sealing the edge by overlapping the top triangle flap over the bottom one, and tape. Ribbons are optional, but if you choose to use them, make sure that you curl them with the non-sharp end of the scissors.
But what if you’re not a traditionalist? Well, we’ve got some ideas for you that will save you all the hassle with traditional wrapping while still “wrapping” your present.
Hopefully the information presented so far has been applicable. You might also want to consider the following:
Chances are, you don’t have the time to do the wrapping, but you still want to give a gift that’s aesthetically pleasing, so here’s what you can do. Look for an alternative that you’ll be satisfied with. Although alternatives to paper wrapping are not as common, or may not be as economical, they are definitely are available. One thing you can use is fabric. A fabric bag, or design material will create a warm and unique experience for the recipient. Make sure that the material fully covers the gift, so that it can be sealed by a single strip of ribbon. This’ll make gesture that this is intended to be an extra special. Finish off the wrapping by making a simple bow.
Decorated boxes provide for a quick and easy way to deliver your gift without having to deal with the hassle of paper gift wrapping. The key here is making sure your gift is appropriately sized for the box. Stuff the interior with tissue wrap, close the lid and finish with a simple ribbon tied into a bow.
The last option that we’ll mention here are gift bags. They convey the message of convenience with a flare of elegance. Gift bags are easy, and quick. Just place your parcel in the bag, and crunch up tissue papers to top off the bag and voila. No ribbon required.
So no matter how busy you are, there is a way for you to wrap a pretty present.
Is there really any information about Christmas that is nonessential? We all see things from different angles, so something relatively insignificant to one may be crucial to another.
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