Ditch the wrapping paper and learn to wrap your gifts with fabric this holiday season.
This eco-friendly swap couldn’t be easier.
But once our gifts are unwrapped, the wrapping paper goes into the trash.
Credit: Jacob Fox
(Most wrapping papers can’t be recycledbecause of all the dyes, laminates, and shiny additives.)
Swapping outwrapping paperfor pretty fabric is one of our favoriteeasy ways to go green.
You will not only be green but also save green.
According to a study,Americans spend around $7 billion on wrapping paperevery year.
Wrapping gifts with fabric is practical too!
Fabric’s pliability means it covers odd-shaped items and won’t tear at corners.
When you’re done shopping, grab a patterned scarf or piece of fabric, and start wrapping.
Traditional Bow Wrapping
This method is similar to the wrapping method you are probably most familiar with.
Try using a square patterned scarf or dishtowel.
confirm the edges of the package are perpendicular to the edges of the fabric.
Fold the bottom left corner of the fabric up and over the side of the gift.
Repeat the process on the left side.Tie the ends into a classic bowto secure the fabric.
If a corner of fabric doesn’t stay tucked, secure with double-stick tape.
Bring the bottom left corner up to the opposite edge of the package.
Repeat with the opposite corner.
Bring both ends to the middle.
Step 3: Knot Fabric Tails
Cross one end over the other, pulling tightly.
Instead of tying a bow, cross the ends over each other again to form a knot.
Tighten the knot so it holds the fabric in place.
Double Knot Wrapping
Use this technique for large or odd-shaped gifts.
Repeat with the side corners to create a second knot on the gift, securing the fabric in place.
Once the gifts are unwrapped, store the fabric for use later!
