One Creative Idea for Wrapping the “Big” Present
Wednesday, December 24th, 2008I’m not one of those who enjoys wrapping presents. Yes, I try to do a good job, and yes, I enjoy giving presents. But the actual wrapping part I can take or leave.
Once in a while, I find myself wrapping an extra large gift for my wife like a pottery wheel or some other big box. Not only is it difficult to physically move the box around to wrap it, but the paper is often not big enough or it rips under the weight. Very frustrating.
Well, here’s an idea I hit upon: wrap it with fabric. I trot out to the fabric store (I’m very well acquainted with their locatations, having dropped off my wife there on a couple of occasions…) and get a couple of metres of the stuff. Something with a nice print, even Christmasy if they have it, in a bold red or green or blue.
Once home, I simply place the box in the centre of the fabric, draw up the sides, and tie it all together with a length of thick ribbon (which you can also find at the fabric store). It’s fast, less frustrating, and still makes a huge impact.
Most importantly, no ripped paper, so that your surprise remains a surprise until Christmas morning. Plus, if she likes to sew, she can also use the fabric. The ultimate “green” wrapping paper!
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a very enjoyable Gift Wrapping Season to you!
~Graham
