Classic with a Twist: 3 Ways to Make a Wrapping Statement

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

3 Ways to Make a Wrapping Statement

Each year the dreaded WRAPPING creeps up on me. I hide the presents in the back of the closet for weeks (or i'm late christmas shopping and don't even have to hide them) and then all of the sudden...

I have to WRAP!

I always have the high hopes of using my creative side to make the gifts seem like little pieces of art each year. I like them to look and feel special.

Even though they will only get ripped to shreds.

It's the momma's thought that counts right?!

So here are a few ways a fun blog called Three Little Crowns came up

with to dress your presents the right way!

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Organic and Earth Inspired:

What's the hottest wrapping trend of the year?? Something quite simple. Using household items to make your gifts elegant and timeless. It's a simple look thats sure to please everyone!!

What do you need?

- Brown paper

- Twine

- Fresh rosemary

- Pine leaves

- Tag by Autumn Grey Design

- Other items that work well are pinecones, berries and burlap

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Pretty and Chic:

This style is more of a gender specific, but perfect for the special women in your life.
Get ready to blow your mom's socks off this year with this look.

What do you need?

- gift wrap from Indigo

- Light pink embroidery floss

- Tag by Autumn Grey Design

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Chalkboard Wrap:

I mean... really? This is the best invention yet. You can do WHATEVER you want with it. You can draw christmas characters for kids or formal art for your grandma.
And everyone will walk away not wanting to open this guy.

What do you need?

- Chalkboard wrapping paper from Michaels

- Twine

- Chalk Pen (gotta have this! Chalk doesn't work. This will allow for precision and stickability)

- Tag by Autumn Grey Design