Effortless, Beautiful Gift Wrapping
Creating Magic With What You Already Have
One of our favourite parts of the holiday season is wrapping gifts. Not in a picture perfect, heavily produced way, but in a simple and creative way that uses items you already have on hand. This year, our team gathered for a wrapping session and challenged ourselves to style the same box usingonly materials found around the house.
The results were charming, personal, and beautifully imperfect. The kind of wrapping that feels heartfelt rather than hurried.
Think Beyond Traditional Wrapping Paper
Some of the most lovely textures come from the simplest materials. Brown kraft paper, leftover white paper, tissue, or even grocery bags can become elevated when paired with natural elements. These neutrals create a soft and organic backdrop that instantly feels intentional.
Use Twine, Ribbon Scraps and Found Materials
A bit of twine, a strand of ribbon tucked in a drawer, or even small pieces of fabric bring warmth and personality. The goal is not to create perfect matching sets. It is to layer texture in a way that feels collected and unique.
Add Something Fresh or Faux
Clippings from your yard or leftover stems from a floral arrangement can become the perfect finishing touch. Sprigs of greenery, herbs, dried flowers, or small branches tuck beautifully under a bow or a simple tie of twine.
Make it Personal with a Handwritten Tag
For a clean and elegant approach, use a simple, minimalist tag to write your holiday message. Whether it’s a festive Happy Holidays or the recipient's name, handwritten text on a tag adds a thoughtful touch. This approach lets the natural beauty of the gift wrapping and decoration shine while keeping the message personalized and charming.
Add a Beautiful Touch with an Embosser
For an elegant and refined detail, consider using an embosser to add a custom design or message to your gift tag. Whether it's a festive greeting like "Happy Holidays" or the recipient’s name, embossing adds a luxurious, tactile element to your wrapping. The raised texture makes the message feel extra special, elevating the overall presentation while keeping the focus on simplicity and style.
Happy wrapping!