60 Best Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas to Exchange Your Presents in Style
You don't need to be a pro wrapper to try them! 🎁
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You can probably consider wrapping Christmas presents an Olympic sport. Especially if you have a large array of people to give gifts to—sometimes, the list never ends! With that said, it's important to get these presents out in a timely manner, but also to make sure that they look presentable. 😉 Not all of us are lucky to live near Ree Drummond's The Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, where they have a designated location for wrapping your presents! Which is exactly why we curated a list of the best Christmas gift wrapping ideas, so that you can get some creative inspiration for this year's exchange.
Take a cue from The Merc this year, and make your own DIY Christmas gifts shine! Start by following the step-by-step instructions on how to wrap a gift. Then, the rest is up to you! With the help of our favorite Christmas gift wrapping ideas, it'll be easy—and totally worth your while. After all, the way we see it, the boxes and bags beneath your tree should look just as lovely as the gifts inside. Whether you choose to embellish your presents with DIY clay gift tags, calligraphy wrapping paper, mini wreaths, DIY ornaments, or bottlebrush trees, you're bound to find inspiration here. You can even use edible garnishes, such as dried oranges, as gift toppers—a particularly fun touch for any homemade food gifts you're planning to give this year. There's really no reason to limit your creativity.
Vintage Gift Tags
You can never go wrong with a vintage look! The only hard part about this is actually finding a vintage gift tag to use. If you don't feel like going through the process yourself, or if you have too many gifts to send, you could always make your own by using some themed printable designs online!
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
S’mores Theme
S'mores, anyone? If you want to go for a cozy, but also flashy look for your presents, this is the perfect option. Once you've wrapped your gift with some s'mores themed paper, you'll need to find a stick to attach to the gift, then add some origami-folded marshmallows on top of it.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Splatter Paint
Okay, '80s fans (we're looking at you, Ree!), you'll love this one. Not only is this as pretty as ever, but it's also simple! Just grab some white wrap, and splatter some paint over it, adding a bright colored ribbon to finish it off.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Upcycled Details
Got some leftover scrap paper? Reuse 'em for this project! Add bits and pieces from various wraps and flimsy paper that you were about to chuck, and you've got yourself this eclectic look!
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Reindeer-Stamped Paper Bags
Stamp a staple Christmas image onto a brown paper bag, then fold the top, tying it together with some twine. This one is great if you have multiple gifts to give to a large group. (Teachers, take notes!)
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Washi Tape and Photos
If you want to remind someone that the best gift they've received this year was from you, then why not add your face to the present? 😂 Taping a photo of you and the recipient with some washi tape is the cutest way to do so.
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Jingle Bells
Going for the jingle bells display is a classic Christmas move. Especially if you tie them to a bow on a square-shaped box. You can never go wrong with some silver and gold!
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Gingerbread House Gift Bags
This is another paper bag idea, but a little different from all of the other ones you'll see. It's easier than ever to go ahead and make a simple bag into a ginger bread house when you add these fluorescent colors, paper windows and doors, and of course, a Christmas tree!
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Botanicals
If you or someone you know has a green thumb or just simply loves botany—sending a gift with some evergreen plants and berries on top of any colored paper (but especially a light brown shade) will help make it look lively.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Paint Pen Decorations
Who doesn't love a cute little gingerbread tote bag? These small paper bags are folded into tiny houses, then transformed with white paint pens by drawing quaint little gingerbread designs. It's the gift wrap idea you didn't know you needed.
Get the tutorial at Craftberry Bush.
Dainty Bangles
If you're sending a gift to someone who you know wears jewelry, adding a gold or silver bangle or bracelet to the wrapping of the present is not only thoughtful, but incredibly chic! It's almost like a present on top of a present.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Lace Details
So, lace ribbons can truly accentuate any look. But tying one on top of some lace wrap? Oh, you've got one of the most showy looking gifts around that will surely be noticed under the tree!
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
Painted Paper
We always appreciate a simple craft that doesn't take too much effort. For this one, you'll only need a paint brush, brown paper, and whatever ribbon you have laying around. The geometric design is a look that won't disappoint!
Get the tutorial at Alice and Lois.
Mini Holiday Scenes
Make your presents more animated by creating different moments or stills that replicate a Christmas scene on top of them. We're talking mini Christmas tree figurines, snowy benches, and all!
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Bottlebrush Trees
Small bottlebrush trees don't just work as festive home decor! They're also a perfect gift topper with little to no wrapping lift required!
Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.
Letter Stickers
Don't have any cool, modern wrapping paper laying around? Here's an easy way to make sure your presents still stand out under the tree: Use stick-on letters to create a message of your choice, like "No Peeking" or "Happy Holidays."
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Monogram Ornament
We're big fans of packaging that doubles as an extra present (particularly when we happen to be the recipient!). Here, a handmade monogrammed ornament adds flair to the exterior of each present.
Get the tutorial at Sugar and Cloth.
Stencil Patterns
Looking for an idea that's pretty and practical all at once? This is your best bet: These stenciled patterns will spiff up gift boxes, which can then be used for year-round ornament storage.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Ornament Tag
Affix faux flowers in Christmas colors and a matching ornament to your beautifully wrapped gift. You can mimic this exact design that The Mercantile created for guests.
Hand-Lettered Paper
If you've mastered the art of elegant handwriting, this is a fun option. Show off your calligraphy skills by writing a few holiday-ready phrases on brown kraft paper, then use it to wrap all of your presents.
Get the tutorial at Lemon Thistle.
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