Gift Wrapping
Gather your materials.
Lay the materials out on a flat work surface.
Don't limit yourself to just one pattern per present.
For large gifts, consider layering two or more papers of different colors or patterns.
Wrap a long piece of ribbon around the gift box lengthwise.
If you have a card, slide it under the ribbon and secure it with tape.
To make the actual present a surprise, wrap a toy or model-size version of it.
Attach a note that gives clues to the location of the real thing.
Package small presents with a twist by wrapping them to look like candy canes.
Gift Wrapping Alternatives
Fabric gift bags make beautiful, personal and unique gift wraps.
Use large sheets of color comics for wrapping kids' gifts.
Cut out the pictures from large size calendar and use them for gift wrap.
Use wallpaper samples from your local paint and wallpaper shop.
An appealling source for gift wrap are old maps.

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