This holiday season, we’re reimagining our favorite vintage gift wrap ideas from past issues of BHG.
ADAM ALBRIGHT
VintageChristmas decorationsare all the rage this season, but they’re not limited to trees andfireplace mantels!
We dipped into our archives and found some of our most creativegift toppersthrough the years.
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And it still works!
First, pleat the paper into a fan shape.
To dye the paper, use either food coloring or colored inks.
Blot well with paper towels, then unfold the paper and allow it to dry flat.
Then, press the paper using a warm iron.
Satin, velvet, organza ribbonwe tried them all.
This year we used raffia, and we love the texture it adds to this pattern.
Neatly wind it around and around the box until you’ve reached your desired width.
Tape the loose end at the back to secure it.
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Wrapped ribbons should touch, but not overlap.
This will be the warp of your weaving.
Next, cut pieces of ribbon long enough to wrap once around your box.
These will be the weft of your weaving.
This technique works well for soft gifts, like a scarf or t-shirt.
We wrapped ours in crepe paper, but you could easily use this technique withfabric gift wrapas well.
Fold the top corners of the paper to meet at the corner.
Roll up the package loosely from the bottom.
String Art Boxes
String artthe stuff of 60s camp projects and wall hangingsis officially back.
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We love this gift-wrapping idea because the box can be reused for years to come!
How to do it:Find a paper gift box in your desired shape and size.
We love the star pattern on these round boxes, but you’re free to use any shape.
(Just be sure to let it dry completely before you get started.)
(It will be one space to the left of the hole directly across.)
