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Homemade Wrapping Paper Ideas

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December 22, 2014

I ran out of wrapping paper and only had a roll of brown 'kraft' paper left (similar to brown paper bags) so I had to get creative. I folded it (as shown) and cut out petals, taped them on and used magic marker. I think it looks nice and homey too! What do you think?

poinsettia paper flower on package

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November 12, 2008

This wrapping paper idea came from one of my friends years ago. Use outdated atlases and maps for colorful, cool-looking, and good quality wrapping paper. I use mostly for birthday gifts, but cut out a silhouette of Santa in his sleigh and/or reindeers and attach for Christmas gifts.

 
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December 19, 2011

I like to make inexpensive gift bags for year around use. Pillow cases from the thrift stores make great light weight bags, just fold down the top and run a drawstring through.

 
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March 12, 2018

Take some plain brown parcel paper and make it into a sheet of cool fashionable decorative gift wrap. You don't have to be an artist. Take a look at the example paper I have decorated below and be inspired to design and make your own

Make your Own Wrapping Paper - paper wrapped box

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December 5, 2007

There were a few years where money was very scarce, and I ran out of Christmas wrapping paper. I found white freezer paper, and made use of old Christmas cards and family pictures. I would also draw or paint on the packages.

 
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January 10, 2017

This is a page about making colorful children's birthday gift wrap. Using a cute rubber stamp and then coloring in the shapes you can make really nice gift wrapping paper.

Colorful Children's Birthday Gift Wrap - image of children holding hands

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January 14, 2017

This is a page about decorating plain brown paper for gift wrapping. Less expensive rolls of plain brown paper provide you with a canvas for creating your own unique gift wrapping paper.

Decorating Plain Brown Paper for Gift Wrapping - two rolls of plain brown wrapping paper

December 20, 2016

This is a page about stenciled gift wrap. Making your own stenciled gift wrap is a great way to customize your gifts.

Handmade Christmas wrapping paper

December 13, 2016

This is a page about making Santa gift wrapping newsprint. With blank newspaper and stamps you can create your own special wrapping paper.

Santa Gift Wrap Using Newsprint


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December 23, 2014

Much of gift giving is in the PRESENTation so here's a way to wow your recipients. Instead of wrapping your gifts in generic wrapping paper, make your own out of meaningful photos.

 

September 22, 2009

To make personalized gift wrap for moms, dads, and grandparents use a common brown grocery bag. Cut along one side in the corner crease to the bottom of the bag, then turn and finish cutting out the bottom of the bag leaving a nice rectangular sheet of paper.

 
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May 5, 2009

When you just can't find that perfect wrapping paper, use tissue paper and add some stickers. You children will love this!

 
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March 9, 2020

This personalized initial confetti gift wrap paper was made using recycled packing paper, cardstock hole punchings, and a template for the initial of the recipient. The directions provided are simple to follow and include photos for each step.

Personalized Initial Confetti Gift Wrap Paper - a stretchy box was used to secure the two books

September 29, 2017

Using recycled brown packing paper and paint, markers, etc. you can make unique gift wrap. The folds just lend character. This is a page about how to make your own gift wrap from recycled packing paper.

Make Your Own Gift Wrapping Paper - hand holding the wrapped gift

September 7, 2017

Making your own gift wrap is a great way to put some extra love into a gift. Here's an idea about how to make some thrifty gift wrap using food coloring.

floral pattern in bright colors

September 6, 2017

This unique decorated gift wrap is sure to be cherished by anyone that receives it, maybe even as much as the actual gift. This page shows you how to make handprint gift wrap for the next present you need to wrap up.

blue, yellow, and red handprints on paper

August 31, 2017

Wax paper can make a fun and unique way to gift wrap something. Make your own wax paper gift wrap to customize the next gift you need to wrap up.

Gift wrapped in decorated wax paper.


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December 18, 2008

We receive so many wonderful Christmas cards, that I thought it would be fun for those who are a tiny bit computer savvy to make their own custom Christmas wrapping paper from them for your special gifts.

 
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November 12, 2008

Here's a way to personalize all your gifts in a way no one else can. Select your favorite photos or make photos that are meaningful to you (the giver) or the recipient.

 
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September 24, 2008

Add that extra "touch" and make a gift more personal with this handprint gift wrap craft.

blue, yellow, and red handprints on paper

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November 30, 2006

Christmas Ads for Wrapping Paper. I find myself saving nice Christmas art from advertisements and special newspaper sections and brochures, etc. - which I can cut out and use for wrapping paper!

 
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