Category Archives: gift wrap & packaging
Date:
Apr 18, 2013
gift wrap & packaging, roundups
pictured above: Animal circus wrapping paper by Cotton-baked (by lulu x)
Spring is the time of birth and renewal — which of course means babies! Whether you’re heading to a baby shower or celebrating a first birthday, wrap your gifts for the tiny guest of honor in these sweet animal-themed papers and tags.
Figure 1: Blissful bears gift wrap by Ink + Wit / Figure 2: Bah bah black sheep wrapping paper by Toodles Noodles / Figure 3: Animals gift labels from Paper Source / Figure 4: Children’s alphabet gift wrap by Ruffe House Art / Figure 5: Sweet bunny letterpress gift tag by Luxe Paperie / Figure 6: Blue bird wrapping paper by Toodles Noodles
all photos via the sources mentioned above
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Date:
Mar 20, 2013
gift wrap & packaging
pictured above: crumpled kraft
If ever there was a person who could make something simple look so pretty, that person would be our good friend Anastasia Marie. The very personification of elegant (we’re convinced it’s her second middle name), Anastasia Marie’s lovely soul shines through her breathtaking hand-crafted work.
Here’s a collection of some of her recent gift wrap and packaging ideas that are perfect for spring.
Figure 1: Burst of fuchsia / Figure 2: Mixing patterns / Figure 3: Crumpled kraft
For more gift wrap and packaging inspiration, pop over to Anastasia Marie’s blog.
all photos by Anastasia Marie
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Date:
Mar 11, 2013
everyday alphabet, gift wrap & packaging
Vintage wrapping paper from Paper Source.
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Date:
Mar 1, 2013
gift wrap & packaging, roundups
Figure 1: Ecofriendly wrapping paper dots by MOZAIQ / Figure 2: Mini cards, confetti by The Penny Paper Co. / Figure 3: Happy stripe wrapping sheets by Rifle Paper Co. / Figure 4: Watercolor polka dot by The Trading Post by Norman’s Printery / Figure 5: Striped handmade tags by Print Smitten / Figure 6: Watercolor dots from Paper Source
Is there anything more cheerful than dots and stripes — especially when in a rainbow of hues? Given that it’s the dead of winter and many of us could use a little pick-me-up, I thought I’d share a selection of colorful papers and tags for happy gift giving. Don’t wait for a special occasion; make someone’s day by giving them a present for no reason, just to make them smile!
— Corinna
all photos via the sources mentioned above
Date:
Feb 13, 2013
crafts & diy, gift wrap & packaging, seasonal
How come no one gives out Valentines anymore? A card from your husband, maybe one from your mom or sister… I think Valentine’s Day is too much about romantic love and not enough about caring in general. So, here’s a sweet DIY Valentine that includes a packet of treats — a token of affection suitable for everyone you adore.
What You’ll Need
- Cardstock
- Cellophane treat bag
- Cinnamon hearts or other candy
- X-Acto knife or scissors
- Ruler
- Bone folder
- Circle punch (optional)
- Stapler
- Embellishments / decorations (optional)
Instructions
1. Cut cardstock into a strip large enough to fold around the cellophane bag: It should be about ¼ to ½ inch wider than the bag; the length should be double, plus an extra ¼ to ½ inch. Before cutting, consider trimming the height of the bag to the desired size, including enough for folding the top closed.
2. Measure and, using the bone folder, score 1 inch from one end of the cardstock, then fold over. Bring the opposite end halfway over the 1-inch fold, aligning the edges, and fold. Use the bone folder for create sharp folds.
3. Make a window in the front of the card by punching a hole with the circle punch. (You can also use an X-Acto knife or scissors.)
4. Fill bag with cinnamon hearts (don’t overfill). Fold over the opening of the bag and staple it between the back and 1-inch fold-over. Keep the staples at least halfway away from the cut edge.
5. Decorate card as desired. I used washi tape to hide the staples, and stamped Happy Valentine’s on the front. Close the Valentine by sliding the longer end under the 1-inch fold-over — like a matchbook — then give to someone you admire.
— Corinna
all photos by Corinna vanGerwen for Discover Paper
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Date:
Feb 8, 2013
crafts & diy, gift wrap & packaging
When it comes to making your own wrapping paper, stamping is the obvious method of choice — it allows you to easily create a repeating pattern. But what if you could make the project even easier. How about no stamp at all?
With this DIY wrapping paper, you need only two things: plain paper and a few colored ink pads. I chose two blues and a white for a frosty ice cube look. The paper should be something matte/uncoated so the ink won’t smudge off (I used a Japanese Sumi-e roll).
And then you just stamp the ink pads directly onto the paper for a graphic pattern of coloured blocks. Here I created patterns of angled bricks on one sheet and a straight grid for the second gift, but a herringbone tile pattern would also look amazing.
What You’ll Need
- Paper
- Colored ink pads
Instructions
1. Protect your work surface and lay your paper out flat. Place your first ink pad facedown on the paper, then press down. Different ink pads will require different amounts of pressure to get nice ink coverage. Test out each ink pad on scrap paper to get a sense of what works best.
2. Align your second ink pad, using the edges of the container base to get it approximately straight. I went for a rough approximation to emphasize the handmade look; draw pencil lines as guides if you want a more exact pattern.
3. Repeat, using your different ink pads. Go for a random pattern, as I did, or be more systematic by alternating colours.
4. Let dry, then use to wrap all your winter gifts.
— Corinna
all photos by Corinna vanGerwen
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Date:
Dec 20, 2012
crafts & diy, gift wrap & packaging, seasonal
While one may get the urge to be crafty this time of year, reality is that Dec. 25 is quickly approaching and you might not have as much time as you’d like to hand-make all those gifts and meticulously wrap them. With that in mind, here’s one craft that you will have time for: DIY glitter gift tags. It takes less than 10 minutes to make dozens of these tags, which means it won’t take long for you to have enough for all your gifts.
What You’ll Need
- Adhesive glitter sheet (available at dollar stores and craft stores)
- Scrapbooking sheet (choose a light colour/pattern that writing will show on)
- Circle punch
- Hole punch
- String
Instructions
1. Remove the backing from the adhesive glitter sheet and stick to the back of the scrapbooking paper.
2. Use the circle punch to cut out the tags. I used a 1¼” punch because it’s what I have, but you could go a little larger. If you don’t have a circle punch, use scissors.
3. Punch a hole at the edge of each circle; I used a 1/16” hole punch. Thread string or ribbon through, tie a knot, and your tags are ready to use.
all photos by Corinna vanGerwen
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