How to wrap a gift in wrapping paper beautifully with your own hands: without a box, with an envelope, in the form of a candy. Round, flat, large: step-by-step instructions

Giving gifts is as pleasant as receiving them, but in addition to the prepared surprise, the packaging is also important, which will give it a complete and presentable look. But to understand how best to wrap a gift in gift paper, you should study several features and options for this procedure in order to choose the most optimal one for yourself.

Selecting paper

The most common way to wrap a gift is with gift wrapping paper.

It comes in several types, each of which has its own differences:

• Sheet glossy paper. The paper can be of different colors, both single-color and multi-color. The density of the sheets is minimal, which allows them to be used in various interesting wrapping options.

Most often, this type of paper is used for packaging square and rectangular boxes.

• Craft. Characterized by increased wear resistance and density. Kraft paper is much rougher to the touch than the previous version and has a ribbed surface with a cross section.

Perfect for gifts in retro or Provence style, as well as large sizes. Such packaging requires additional decoration on top.

• Silence. This type of packaging is made of papyrus paper. Its thin, airy structure allows you to give your gift a smart and elegant look.

Tishyu is also used as a filler in a gift box. This paper is convenient for wrapping objects of complex geometric shapes, which gives them additional volume.

• Polysilk. It is a stretchable film onto which a metallic shade is applied. It only comes in a single-color version.

It is used to wrap objects with sharp corners, as well as toys. The gift is placed in the middle of the wrapping sheet, and the edges are raised upwards and decorated with a bow made of the same material.

• Corrugated paper. Gift wrapping uses material with large embossing. This type is often complemented by polysilk bows, which gives the packaging an elegant look.

You can wrap any objects in such paper: boxes, bottles, tubes.

• Mulberry. A designer type of crumpled paper. It is available in various colors and in some cases has an ornament or pattern.

It is used as a wrapper for objects of any shape. If necessary, the gift is supplemented with a small decor on top.

Choice of colors

Studying the features of using different shades of material will help you wrap a gift in gift paper, as well as give it sophistication and presentability.

The packaging and the item inside must be in harmony with each other., as mismatched colors can spoil the overall impression of the surprise.

Primary colors:

• Yellow. A sunny color that resembles a ray of sunshine. A gift wrap made in this tone adds a warm and cozy shade. Ideal for adding childish spontaneity and playfulness to a surprise. It is not recommended to mix it with other colors. But you can add purple, brown, blue or green decor on top.
• Orange. A shade that embodies stormy positive emotions and also sets you up for admiration. But it is important not to overdo it, as this color can both decorate a gift and spoil it. It is ideal to combine orange wrapping with green, yellow, brown, purple, blue and red.

• Pink. It is perfect for gifts to women, as it evokes touching and joyful emotions. It is best to combine it with all shades of red and purple, and additional decor in white will help to effectively emphasize the tone.
• Violet. This option is ideal for a mysterious and unusual gift, as it symbolizes secrecy, mystery and fantasy. It is best to combine this tone with white, silver, yellow and pink for gift wrapping.
• Red. This tone of packaging means fiery feelings and passion, and sometimes symbolizes irritation and anger. Therefore, giving preference to this color for gift packaging, you should weigh everything, unless we are talking about surprises for the New Year, since the red shade is very relevant for this holiday.

It is ideal to combine red packaging with silver, gold, white, pink and gray tones.

• Blue. It is recommended to use this tone for wrapping a gift for a man, as it is associated with success, nobility, loyalty. Dark blue harmonizes perfectly with light blue, silver, white, yellow, and for lighter tones it is recommended to choose pale shades of yellow and pink.
• White. This tone is universal, as it can be combined with any bright color. But you should not give it preference as the main color for packaging, as it is cold and therefore the impression of the gift will be the same. It is best to use it for contrast, using details in this shade, which will give the surprise a sense of celebration.
• Green. It is considered a neutral shade, which is appropriate in any case. The variety of tones of this color allows you to choose the right option for packaging. Green symbolizes wealth and respect. Dark shades are recommended to be combined with yellow, orange, white and gold, and light tones - with brown, gray, yellow.

• Grey. Used for gift wrapping, symbolizing nobility and restraint. And to add sophistication, it should be combined with red, pink and purple shades.
• Brown and black. These tones are rarely used, although they are recommended for an official gift. But in order to dilute the tone, it is recommended to complement the wrapping with details in silver, purple or gold.
• Silver, steel and gold. It is best to use these colors as a complement to the main color. But it is worth considering that steel and silver are cold tones, and therefore should shade the packaging made in the same palette.

But it is better to decorate a gift made in warm shades with gold-toned details. In addition, these colors are successfully combined with white and black.

If you choose multi-colored gift paper, the details should be made from a tone that is present in the packaging, but not dominant.

This will allow you to subtly highlight the gift and give it an exquisite look.

Standard size box packaging

How to wrap a gift in standard-sized gift wrap: following certain rules for performing the procedure will help. For the first time, you should practice on a newspaper, and after practicing the procedure, use the prepared material.

Step by step instructions:

1. Measure out the required amount of paper. To do this, place the box face down in the center and leave a few centimeters of paper on the sides so that it is enough for all sides.
2. Make a 1 cm fold on the vertical side of the paper and stick double-sided tape to it without removing the protective layer from the other side. Connect both sides so that they fit tightly to the box. After that, glue them together according to the established principle so that the joint is exactly in the center. If everything is done correctly, the seam will be almost invisible.
3. On the side, bend the top edge of the paper to fit the box. Then fold the flaps on the side. And stick the tape on the edge (1 cm) of the bottom side without removing the protective layer. Bend it and make sure that the seam is exactly in the center. Only then glue it.
4. Turn the box over with the seam facing down and make sure the packaging fits tightly.
5. Decorate the box with a ribbon or bow, choosing them taking into account the characteristics of the main shade.

Square or rectangular

Most often, gifts already have their own factory packaging in the form of a square or rectangular box, but to give the surprise a more sophisticated look, you need to wrap it in beautiful gift paper.

How to wrap a square or rectangular gift:

1. Spread the prepared material on the table with the back side facing up.
2. Wrap the box with paper on all sides and leave an additional 4-5 cm. Then cut a piece from the roll.
3. Along one of the long edges, make a 1 cm fold and stick double-sided tape on top of it, without removing the protective layer on top.
4. Secure the second long edge with a small piece of adhesive tape 1.5 cm further from the center of the box.
5. Place the prepared bend on top, but so that it goes exclusively through the center. After making sure of this, remove the protective layer and glue.
6. To fold the two remaining sides, you should first fold the side flaps tightly.
7. Then make a 1 cm fold along the edge of the bottom side of the paper and stick double-sided adhesive tape on top.
8. Press the top edge tightly against the box and secure it in the center with a small piece of tape.
9. After this, place the prepared bottom edge on top, folding it so that it runs exactly along the center of the side.
10. If everything matches, remove the protective layer of tape and stick it tightly.

As a result, the central seam can be hidden using a satin ribbon of the desired color.

Long shape box

To give a gift in a long box a presentable appearance, it is necessary to adhere to certain order of actions:

• Measure the length and width of the box.
• Cut a strip of paper according to the calculations obtained, adding a 3 cm allowance.
• Spread the prepared sheet with the back side facing up on a hard surface.
• Place the box in the center.
• Make a 1 cm fold along the bottom edge and stick double-sided tape to it on top.
• Fold the top side tightly along the edge of the box and secure with a small piece of adhesive tape.
• Place the prepared fold on top and glue it evenly.
• On the remaining sides, you need to bend the side flaps inward to form a triangle.
• Then secure the top edge tightly to the box.
• Make a 1.5 cm fold on the bottom and stick tape on top.
• After this, fix it on top of the previous layer.

Round or oval

These recommendations will help you understand how to wrap a gift in round or oval-shaped gift paper, since in this case the procedure is carried out a little differently.

Step by step actions:

1. Measure the height and width of the box and, adding 3 cm to the results, cut a strip of gift paper.
2. Turn the box on its side, wrap it completely, leaving a margin of 1.5 cm at the top and bottom, but first remove the lid.
3. Carefully fold the remaining edges inward and downwards into the box, securing them with tape.
4. Cut a circle out of gift paper, the diameter of which is 0.5 cm smaller than the bottom side of the gift, and glue it.
5. Make a similar circle the same size as the lid, but increase its diameter by 1.5 cm, glue it, and fold the resulting excess down into decorated folds.
6. Cut a strip 1 cm wider than the lid of the box, glue it to the side, and tuck the remaining stock into the middle and secure it with tape.

Flat

To pack a gift in a flat box, it is better to use the following optimal option:

• Measure the height and width of the box.
• Calculate the required size of a piece of paper by adding the length value and twice the result of the width of the gift.

• Place the gift across the back of the paper.
• Glue a small piece of tape to the bottom corner of the paper and secure it in the center of the box.
• The opposite corner of the paper should be fixed on top using the same principle.
• Bend the ends to the side and make folds inward by 1.5-2 cm along the remaining sides.
• Fix the 2 remaining sides one by one with adhesive tape in the center.
• Disguise the fixing point with additional decor.

Non-standard size

Sometimes gifts have an unusual shape, which makes the packaging process a little more difficult.

In this case, you can resort to the following tricks:

1. Cut out a base from thick cardboard, the size of which should be equal to the diameter of the gift.
2. Using the same principle, cut a strip of corrugated paper or polysilk, adding a 2 cm margin.
3. Make a 1 cm fold along the side edge and stick double-sided tape on top without removing the protective layer from the top side.
4. Secure the bottom edge of the paper to the bottom center of the prepared base using adhesive tape, creating decorative folds.
5. Place the box with the gift inside and seal the edges on the side, placing the prepared fold on top.
6. Tie the top of the wrapper with a colorful ribbon.

How to Wrap a Large Gift

Sometimes the size of a gift can significantly exceed the standards - it is enough to simply cover the factory packaging with the material you like and decorate it on top with a satin ribbon or bow.

In case of a huge gift, it is enough to wrap it in film or cover it with gift paper, and decorate it with additional decor on top. Such packaging can be easily removed later when presenting the gift.

If the gift is small

If the gift fits into a small box, then there is no need to burden it with too much wrapping.

It is better to use the following packaging option:

• Cut a square out of gift paper, the length of the sides of which should be 2 times greater than the height and width of the gift.
• Place the box in the center across the paper.
• Bring the ends of the material up, joining them in the center.
• Secure with thin tape and carefully straighten the edges.

Here are a few more ideas on how to wrap a small gift.

Packaging without a box

You can pack a gift in an original way even if it doesn't have a box. In this case, you can make a special package out of gift paper, which will give the surprise a special look.

How to wrap a gift:

1. Cut a strip of gift paper based on the size of the gift, adding 5 cm to the length and width.
2. Make a 2 cm fold at the top and 1 cm fold at the side.
3. You should stick double-sided tape on the side fold and connect the edges.
4. On the opposite side, move your hand to create an even fold.
5. At the bottom, fold the paper 3-5 cm, depending on the width of the gift.
6. Straighten the resulting top and bottom sides, and fold the side flaps into the middle.
7. Make a 1 cm fold at the bottom edge and stick on double-sided adhesive tape.
8. Secure the edges together by placing the side with the tape on top.
9. Place your hand inside the bag, straightening the bottom and folding the sides inward.
10. Use a hole punch to make holes for the handles on top and thread twine through them, securing the ends with knots.

How to wrap a gift in an unusual and creative way

The options below will help you wrap a gift in wrapping paper in an unusual and creative way:

• Package in the form of a shirt. This method will help to present a gift to your beloved man in a rather original package. The shape of the package resembles a man's shirt made of wrapping paper.
• In the form of candy. This method of packaging is especially relevant when the gift needs to be packed very quickly. But at the same time, the unusual form of packaging can give it an exquisite look.
• In the form of an envelope. This type of packaging is suitable for small flat gifts. If desired, you can write the addressee of the future recipient on top of the envelope.

Shirt-shaped packaging

This gift wrapping option is suitable for a small gift for men.

To use it, you must perform the following steps in a certain order:

1. Cut a sheet of paper twice the width and length of the gift, adding a 2-3 cm allowance.
2. Turn the material over to the back side.
3. Fold the sides so that they meet exactly in the center. This will be the front side of the shirt.
4. Turn the future shirt over and fold the top edge of the paper towards you.
5. Turn the packaging over with the front panels facing out and fold the corners to create a collar.
6. Turn the bottom edges of the halves outward so that they extend beyond the edges of the shirt.
7. Fold the entire product in half, tucking it behind the resulting collar.
8. In this case, the edges turned outward will be on top and will be the sleeves.

If desired, the packaging can be supplemented with small details.

In the form of candy

A great option for gift wrapping without a box is the shape of a candy.

Even a child can do this method:

1. Take the required sheet of gift paper, the width of which is equal to the gift, adding a 2 cm allowance, and the length exceeds it by 1/3.
2. Wrap the gift and tie the side ends with ribbon or twine.

By envelope

Sometimes it is enough to wrap a surprise in a decorated envelope made of gift paper.

To do this, you need to perform several basic steps:

1. Unfold the paper and fold it in half.
2. Place the gift on top, but leave a 3 cm gap on all sides.
3. Cut according to the obtained parameters.
4. Unfold the paper into a single layer and place it face down.
5. Fold the sides inward by 1 cm and the top edge by 2 cm.
6. Glue the sides together, leaving the top fold unchanged.
7. Place the gift on top and make a hole on the side with a hole punch.
8. Thread the ribbon through and tie the envelope flap into a bow.

Box design

A gift should be wrapped not only in gift paper, but also complemented with an unusual design. But how to do it correctly and what improvised means to use, you need to figure out.

The most original ideas for decorating a box:

• Tags. This addition looks very stylish and, in addition, you can write your wish and the name of the recipient on it. To do this, you need to cut out tags from thick cardboard and make holes in them with a hole punch. You can attach it to the box with a ribbon or twine.

• Newspaper. If you don't have wrapping paper, you can create a unique design using an old newspaper. This will help you wrap your gift in a retro style.
• Butterflies. This decor will help give the gift an unusual romantic look. In this case, butterflies should be cut out of cardboard of different sizes. Bend their wings up and fix them on the package with double-sided tape.
• A ball of thread. A small box can be placed inside a multi-colored ball of thread. To do this, you will need to wrap the gift and attach a tag with the necessary instructions and wishes on top.
• Buttons. The unusualness of the packaging can be emphasized with the help of these accessories, pasting them onto the box on one or several sides. To do this, you need to select buttons of different sizes, but of a suitable tone.

• Pompoms. Gifts in winter can be decorated in this way. This will emphasize warm feelings and give the box an original look. It is best to make pompoms from woolen threads, choosing the optimal shade to match the main tone of the box.
• Photos. You can add a certain charm to the gift with the help of photographs. They should be glued on the sides of the box and on the lid.
• Geometric figures. Place several types of figures on the sheets, using paper of different shades. Cut them out and stick them at a distance of 5-7 cm over the twine. Decorate the box by wrapping the resulting thread lengthwise and crosswise.
• Fresh flowers. This option is a great addition to the main gift. It is best to use small-diameter flowers, placing them in the form of a bouquet in the center of the box and tying them with a satin ribbon of a suitable tone.

• Branches of pine needles. By adding such decor to a gift, you can give it an unusual original look. It is best to use freshly cut branches that emit a pleasant pine aroma, securing them with a gift ribbon.

The recommendations outlined will help you master the principle of gift wrapping in gift paper. But how to use them is up to you, as you should always use your own original ideas. Only in this case can a gift bring positive emotions and set you in a positive mood.

Article formatting:Natalie Podolskaya

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