To present a gift, you definitely need beautiful and original packaging. And hand-made packaging will make it clear that you treat the recipient well and that you put effort into choosing and designing the gift. We offer several step-by-step ways to decorate gifts with your own hands.

Classic paper packaging

This type of packaging is suitable for rectangular and square boxes of any size.

Tools and materials:

• wrapping paper;
• thin double-sided or regular tape;
• scissors;
• decorative flower on adhesive tape (optional).

Master Class:

1. Measure and cut the required size of wrapping paper (take with a margin of 2-3 centimeters).
2. Place the box on a sheet of paper, fold the long cut edges and seal with tape.

   

3. Having joined the previously folded edges of the paper, attach them to the box with double-sided tape.

   

4. Bend the sides of the packaging sheet into a trapezoid, as shown in the photo.

   

5. Fold the paper on the bottom long side of the sheet 1.5 centimeters.
6. Tuck the top long side of the sheet towards the box and secure with tape.

   

7. Fold the bottom side up, as in the photo, and secure with double-sided tape.

   

8. Wrap and secure the paper on the other side in the same way.

   

   

   

9. If desired, wrap the box with ribbon and decorate with a flower.

For round box

Round packaging looks more interesting than square packaging and is suitable for packaging a gift of the appropriate shape, for example, a round box of chocolates.

Tools and materials:

• round box;
• wrapping paper;
• ribbon;
• decorative elements (optional);
• scissors;
• thin tape.

Master Class:

For an elongated gift

This packaging method is suitable for oblong objects such as vases and bottles.

Tools and materials:

• elongated box;
• wrapping paper;
• satin ribbon;
• scissors;
• thin tape;
• decorative elements.

Master Class:

For the bottle

Tools and materials:

• thin packaging or corrugated paper;
• a square piece of fabric or paper, different in color and smaller in size from the first;
• ribbon;
• decorative elements;
• scissors.

Master Class:

1. Wrap the bottle in the first layer of paper, holding the paper around the neck.
2. Wrap the top with a second piece of paper or fabric, alternately folding the corners towards the neck of the bottle.
3. Use a ribbon to fasten the pieces of fabric and tie it, you can secure it with a bow. Decorate as desired.
4. Trim the edges of the first layer of paper with scissors.

Packaging "Candy"

Option 1

Tools and materials:

• cardboard tube;
• wrapping paper;
• ribbon;
• paints;
• brushes

Master Class:

1. Color the paper as desired.
2. Wrap the tube with wrapping paper.
3. Crumple the free edges of the paper on both sides into a bun.
4. Secure the bundles with ribbons and tie bows.

Option 2

The packaging is suitable for gifts of different sizes. It can also be used as a Christmas tree decoration, filled with candies.

Tools and materials:

• cardboard of any color;
• a sheet of white paper;
• tape, tourniquet or thread;
• pencil;
• scissors;
• stationery knife;
• knitting needle;
• PVA glue or glue stick.

Packing diagram:

The dimensions of the template are selected according to the size of the gift. The dotted line is the fold point, the solid line is the cutting line.

Master Class:

Packaging “Piece of Cake”

Option 1

This option for decorating a gift can be used if you have several small gifts; from such “pieces” you can make a whole cake and tie it with a ribbon.

Tools and materials:

• colored cardboard - 2 sheets of the same or different colors;
• several sheets of white paper;
• ribbons, decor as desired;
• ruler;
• pencil;
• glue;
• knitting needle.

Packing diagram:

The packaging dimensions are selected according to the size of the gift. The dotted line is the place of the fold, the solid line is the place of cutting.

Master Class:

• Draw a template for the packaging box and lid on paper, select the dimensions to match the size of the gift.

  

• Transfer the template to cardboard and cut it out.

  

  

• Using a ruler and a knitting needle, make a crease (press the template along the fold lines).

  

  

• Bend the blanks, fold them and glue the joints.

  

  

• Cover the prepared base with a lid, put a gift inside, tie with a ribbon and decorate with decorations.

  

Option 2

This packaging option is much simpler than the previous one.

Tools and materials:

• a sheet of cardboard or thick paper;
• scissors;
• glue;
• ribbons and decor as desired.

Packing diagram:

Master Class:

1. Having selected the dimensions of the package to match the size of the gift, draw a template on cardboard.
2. Following the diagram, cut, fold and glue the cardboard packaging.
3. If desired, tie with ribbon and decorate.

Origami box

Tools and materials:

• thick colored paper or thin cardboard - 2 sheets;
• ruler;
• pencil;
• scissors;
• decor as desired.

Master Class:

1. Mark diagonal lines on the sheet, connecting opposite corners (Figure 1).
2. Bend the corner towards the center (Figure 2).
3. Fold the resulting fold once again parallel to the drawn line (Figure 3) and straighten it (Figure 4).
4. Do the previous 2 points with each corner of the sheet (Figure 5).
5. Determine the square in the center of the sheet, cut the sheet at the folds (Figure 6).
6. Fold two opposite corners towards the center of the square and lift them, forming the walls of the box (Figures 7 and 8).
7. Fold the free cut edges as shown in Figure 9.
8. Fold the remaining 2 pieces inward, as in Figure 10 (for reliability, you can fasten the corners with glue).
9. Make the second box in the same way. This will become the lid for the first box. Its dimensions should be accordingly 2-3 millimeters larger.
10. Tie with a ribbon and decorate with decorative elements.

Packaging "Envelope"

Tools and materials:

• wrapping paper;
• scissors;
• double-sided thin tape;
• ribbons for decoration.

Master Class:

1. Depending on the size of the gift, measure out the required amount of packaging, following photo 1.
2. Fold one free edge over the box, fold the second free edge into a corner (photo 2).
3. Using tape, attach the previously obtained corner (photo 3).
4. Wrap the open sides of the box, starting from the top edge of the paper, then wrap the sides (photos 4 and 5).
5. Fold the bottom of the paper as in photo 6. So that the side corners look even, and secure with tape.
6. Repeat the previous step with the second open side (photo 7).
7. Make bows from pieces of ribbon (photo 8).
8. Tie the box with a ribbon, tying it in one knot (photo 9), put bows on top and carefully tie the ribbon again into 2 knots (photo 10).
9. Trim the excess parts of the tape (photo 11).

Packaging "Eskimo"

Tools and materials:

• brown wrapping or colored paper;
• small box;
• foil;
• tourniquet or thin tape;
• scissors;
• double sided tape;
• thin tape.

Master Class:

1. Wrap the box in paper, leaving more paper on one edge of the box, and secure the free edge with tape.
2. Wrap the top of the “popsicle” in this way: first bend one side towards the box, then fold the two sides inward, bend the lower part, wrap it to the previously laid parts and secure with double-sided tape.
3. Trim off excess paper.
4. Fold two parallel sides of the paper.
5. Make a “stick” out of foil and insert it into the open part of the box.
6. Crumple the other two sides and tie them to the “stick” with a tourniquet or ribbon.
7. Wrap the bottom of the popsicle with foil.

Packaging "Pyramid"

Preparation diagram:

Master Class:

Packaging with colorful cover

Tools and materials:

• craft paper;
• a set of colored paper;
• scissors;
• pencil;
• stationery knife;
• dry glue.

Layout scheme for colored elements:

Master Class:

1. Cut strips of colored paper 2 centimeters wide (calculate the length of the strips according to the diagram) and bend them in the middle.
2. Following the schematic drawing, lay out the cut strips and fasten them together along the edges with glue (photos 2,3,4,5 and 6).
3. Turn over the resulting colored “funnel” (photo 7).
4. Draw a heart (or other shape) on craft paper. Cut out the shape with a knife (photos 8 and 9).
5. Glue the “funnel” to the wrapping paper on the inside (photo 10).
6. Wrap and attach the finished cover to the gift.

Packaging in paper using the pigtail method

Tools and materials:

• wrapping paper or fabric;
• double-sided thin tape;
• scissors;
• decorative elements.

Master Class:

Kraft paper packaging

Tools and materials:

• craft paper;
• box;
• leg-split;
• double-sided thin tape;
• decor (buttons, candies, flowers).

Master Class:

1. Place the box in the center of the paper.
2. Fold one corner first (photo 1).
3. Press the edge of the second free corner of the paper against the box, as shown in photo 2, then wrap the entire corner onto the box (photo 3).
4. Bend over a piece of paper that overlaps the previously folded corner as in photo 4, and then fold it inward.
5. Fold the opposite corner in the same way (photo 5).
6. Fold the last corner in the same way (photo 6), and wrap the overlapping edges as in photo 7.
7. Glue the corner with tape (photo 8) and “close” the box with the packaging.
8. Tie the gift with twine, tie a knot and decorate as desired.

Packaging box diagrams

The easiest way to pack a gift is to wrap the finished box in wrapping paper. After all, very often the things we buy as gifts are already in a cardboard box. In this master class we will tell you how to pack a box in gift paper. In fact, there is nothing complicated about this, you just need to know how to correctly calculate the dimensions of the packaging paper and how to properly wrap the box in paper.

What will you need to pack the box?
- wrapping paper;
- decorative ribbons, cords;
- scissors;
- tape measure;
- double-sided tape (try to buy double-sided tape, since pieces of ordinary tape are very noticeable and will need to be carefully masked).

How to determine the right amount of paper for packaging
In order to pack a rectangular or square box, we need to cut a rectangle out of wrapping paper, respectively. To determine the width of the rectangle, take a measuring tape and measure all four sides of the box around the perimeter (a full turn), and add 2-3 cm for the hem. And the length of the rectangle is one length of the box + two heights of the box.

A little advice
If you are packing for the first time, do it on regular newspaper first. See if you have determined the dimensions correctly, where the tape should be located, how the folds look, etc.

How to pack a box. Basic steps.

Step one. Place the gift box in the center of the rectangle of paper. Bend the left or right vertical edge by 0.5-1 cm, glue a strip of double-sided tape to the fold.

Step two. Wrap the box tightly with paper as shown in the photo. Then remove the protective layer from the tape and glue the folded edge of the paper.

Step three. Check that the protruding edges of the paper at the ends of the box are the same. Then bend the top of the paper as shown in the photo and press it tightly against the end of the box.

Step four. Fold and press the sides of the paper tightly.

Step five. First bend the bottom part and press it tightly against the end of the box. Then bend it back and bend it approximately in the middle. Place a strip of tape on it and glue this part to the end. Do the same on the other side of the box.

How to decorate a box wrapped in paper

1st option. Cut a small strip of paper of a different color, wrap it around the box, and tape the ends together. Tie with decorative cord.

2nd option. If the wrapping paper is double-sided, then you can leave a larger allowance in width and use this for decoration.

3rd option. You can use several ribbons of different colors and textures.

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Nowadays, DIY gift wrapping is actively becoming fashionable, and I decided to figure out what’s what - let’s find out what trends there are in gift wrapping, what you should focus on, and how in general you can pack a gift for any holiday with your own hands.

Trends

• eco-style (one of its subtypes can be called rustic style);
• minimalism;
• eclecticism and futurism.

Minimalist motifs are always strict and restrained. Here you should be guided by one idea - the simpler the better. A minimal number of decorative elements is welcome here - for example, a gift can be wrapped in plain white paper, and a special small element made from a die-cut or a regular elegant tag can be used as decoration.

Futuristic and eclectic notes will appeal to those who prefer to combine several styles into one - there can be an elaborate, complex bow made of satin ribbons and the simplest craft paper as packaging, or, on the contrary, a complex figured box covered with natural fabric for decoration can be attached with a decorative pin.

So, what should be the design of gifts so that it is fashionable and beautiful? Unusual, stylish and neat.

Original handmade boxes

Another option for a homemade box:

Template:

Or this option:

Templates for her:

Or maybe make a pyramid?

Scheme for the pyramid:

By the way, a DIY gift box can be of any shape - why not a candy box? Especially if the gift is not too large or oblong.

What is required to make this packaging?

• Colored cardboard.
• Ruler and pencil.
• Scissors, stationery cutter.
• Template (can be printed or redrawn).
• Glue.
• Ribbon or stiff thread.

You can also make your own gift box in the shape of a piece of cake. Almost everyone loves sweets, and a piece of cake looks extravagant and cute at the same time.

To make a piece of cardboard cake, you need to prepare:

• thick colored paper or thin cardboard;
• ruler and pencil;
• glue.

This option is easier to manufacture. Without removable lid. You just need to print (or draw by hand) this template on a beautiful cardboard, cut where it is marked, bend where the dotted lines are, glue where it says glue, and you’re done!

How to make an origami style box? You need to stock up on a ruler and a pencil, pick up two beautiful square sheets of paper (I use scrapbooking paper), and you will also need scissors. By the way, you can also use the box for your own needs - I store paper clips in one of these on my desk.

Packed beautifully

Let's look at how to wrap a gift in paper so that it looks truly stylish and does not give the impression of sloppiness. Pay attention to the choice of paper - you can choose regular light or dark paper, you can choose natural packaging paper (Kraft), or you can buy several sheets or rolls of beautiful printed paper from a scrapbooking store.

See how to wrap a gift in an original way. Try a new way that attracts attention - your gift will look very, very unusual!

How to do it right

1. Packaging must be neat - cuts of paper or fabric must be even, and there should be no visible traces of glue, tape or paper clips.
2. It should completely hide the gift, then you can make a surprise and give the hero of the occasion not only your gift, but also a few exciting minutes of guessing and guessing what is hidden inside.
3. Don't forget about the decor and name card - such details always catch the eye.

This was a classic type of packaging, and now there will be an original gift packaging for a man or woman - in the form of a Christmas tree.

We will need:

• packaging - it can be wrapping paper, fabric or film;
• glue (for fabric) or double-sided tape (for paper);
• sharp scissors;
• various decor - ribbons, cutting, feathers, butterflies.

As a practice, try wrapping any small box with a piece of newspaper or plain paper - this way you will understand how to fold the folds, where to lay the tape and practice a little.

This way you can make packaging for anything - it could be a large box of chocolates and an ordinary book, a set of cosmetics or a plush toy.

Tying bows

Tiffany

Another simple and effective bow

1. Fold the bow according to the photo instructions and tie it with thread.
2. We tie a ribbon around the box, put our bow on top of the knot and tie another ribbon bow on top of it. See photo master class:

Or this version from paper:

Here is a decor option made from satin ribbon:

The box can also be decorated with flowers made from plain paper or corrugated paper (an ordinary napkin will do), see:

Various packaging options

How to pack a gift in other ways? The main role can be played by gift wrapping paper - for example, the design of New Year's gifts made in red, white and green colors will bring the spirit of Christmas miracles, and the combination of blue and brown is well suited for a gift to a man!

Are you preparing a wedding gift or a birthday gift? Ideas for wrapping gifts for different holidays - for the New Year you can do something multi-colored, and for original wedding gift design it would be useful to stock up on silver or gold dust; it will make a light box with a gift truly magical.

Use the diagrams and templates below to fold your own boxes (by the way, you can make birthday or wedding invitations with your own hands from the same cardboard).

Making surprises with your own hands is always great! It’s especially nice to please your closest people with your gifts: husband, boyfriend, mother, girlfriend or sister. And when you have already come up with an idea, or for your mother for the holiday, one question remains unresolved - how to wrap the gift. And we will teach you how to do it fast, beautiful and correct.

The simplest and most affordable packaging material is, of course, gift paper. It is dense, beautiful and easy to process. When you are preparing a surprise for a person, pay attention to the moment of decorating your gift - and it will make an incredible impression!

There are several options how to wrap a gift in gift paper.

• You can make a bag from thick polished paper and place a gift in it.
• Make or purchase a gift box and wrap it in beautiful paper.
• Pack a gift without a box.

How to make a gift bag with your own hands?

You can place a small and fairly light gift in a beautiful paper bag: for example, a T-shirt or a soft toy.

Select a suitable piece of paper, fold it as in the photo and continue to follow the instructions. Use glue to glue joints- it will be much more reliable than double-sided tape. It's better to use both.

To secure the handles, make holes with a hole punch and string ropes through them. To decorate the package, you can use a gift tag, also made by yourself.

How to pack a box in gift paper?

The classic packaging method is using a box. You can make it yourself or purchase it at a gift shop. Also, most gifts are sold already in a box (household appliances, dishes, cosmetics, etc.) All you have to do is package everything beautifully.

To make the packaging you will need:

• gift paper;
• decorative elements: ribbons, bows, accessories, beads, natural materials;
• scissors;
• centimeter;
• double sided tape.

First, we need to measure and then cut a paper rectangle, from which we will make a gift wrapper. We determine the amount of paper for a gift as follows::

• the width of the rectangle is equal to the perimeter of the box + 2-3 cm for the hem;
• the length of the rectangle will be 2 times the height of the box.

These parameters should be taken into account, especially if you are going to pack a large box, and even for the first time. To avoid mistakes and spoil the gift material, practice on a regular newspaper. By the way, the method of packaging in newsprint and glossy paper is considered one of the most popular today. Gift packaging in eco-style or retro style looks very original and funny.

And we begin the responsible process of wrapping the gift in wrapping paper.

1. Once you have cut out a rectangle of the required size, place the gift box in the center. At one of the vertical ends we make a bend of 0.5-1 cm and glue it with double-sided tape.
   
2. Wrap the box tightly in paper and secure the edge with double-sided tape.
   
3. Bend the top of the paper and press it tightly against the end of the box.
   
4. We also bend and fix the side parts.
   
5. We also bend the lower end, but then we bend it and hide the cut of paper inside. We fix it on the sides with tape.
   
6. We repeat the same thing on the opposite side.
   
7. To decorate a gift cut out a single-color strip of paper and wrap it around the entire box lengthwise. We fasten the strip with tape at the back. Decorate with decorative cord. Today, a laconic style – minimalism – is in fashion. Bows should be small and neat; you can use decorative elements, but no more than 1-2 pieces per box. To find out even more useful information on how to beautifully wrap a gift with your own hands, watch interesting and educational video lessons from real designers.

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Take a look at these simple methods and you will forever forget about artificial store-bought packaging.

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The standard “gentleman's set”, as we know, consists of something blooming, sweet and semi-sweet. We offer you turn standard gifts into something original and stylish. For example, either pack the bottle beautifully.

A round shaped gift can be a challenge for those who want to wrap it beautifully for a specific occasion. This article contains original ideas and instructions on how to pack a gift or a custom-shaped gift box in various ways.

To decorate round gift wrapping for New Year, birthday or any other occasion, you need to choose the right gift paper. You need to be careful with regular wrapping paper as it is easily damaged. You can use crepe paper instead as it is much easier to fold.

How to pack a round box with gift paper

Video tutorial: how to wrap a round gift

Wrap a gift using fabric

Those who don’t want to spend a lot of time fiddling with wrapping paper can wrap a gift with a beautifully selected fabric. This method can also be used for gifts with unusual shapes.

A good idea for wrapping round gifts is to use tulle. This elegantly packaged gift box is perfect for a wedding or Mother's Day.

Elongated gift packaging