We know that, yet sometimes we rush it. We wait until the last minute and then scramble when we don’t have the tools we need at hand. I know it’s a little thing, but I do think it matters. And, I’m making a personal commitment to do better.
Perhaps that’s why I love these simple ideas. Above, brown craft paper, tied up with string. Insert a sprig of whatever grows outside your door and you’ve got a package that’s exciting to receive. No matter what’s inside.
How wonderful are these simple cards, casually calligraphied by KisforCalligraphy? A package of 7, for any occasion. I’m ordering these for myself!
Do you have a stash of gifts and gift wrap at the ready? What’s your favorite way to wrap a gift?
images: pinterest, kisforcalligraphy
Elizabeth,
I really think you need to have a shop for me to run to because you seriously make me want to "up my gifting" with simple yet pretty wraps. I love buying white paper and then drawing on it….and making my tags. I often think that the wrap should really make that person feel extra special.
pve
I do have loads of wrapping supplies and still end up forgetting until the last minute. I blame living in a construction zone.
Yup, I always have a stash of gifts at the ready…:)
Adore those cards, great find!
I stock up on brown kraft paper at our local dollar store for gift wrapping. I did all our Xmas gifts in it with red and white twine. So simple and cute!
Elizabeth, you read my mind, I was just thinking yesterday about keeping a 'gift stash' – but I also love the treasure hunt–finding just the right present for just the right person in the moment. I do always make sure to have lots of pretty ribbon on hand – it elevates any wrapping job. And like PVE, I love to make my own tags as a way to add something special just for that person.
Elizabeth-
You are so on the money here. I love wrapping beautiful gifts, but at times I just don't have the time.
These tags are adorable!
Thank you for sharing this source.
Happy Tuesday.
Teresa
xoxo
Oh, I do agree they are divine. I love beautiful gift wrapping and stationary for that matter. Thanks for sharing. Cheers SpecialK XoXo
I absolutely adore pretty packaging. These are beautiful!
I have a gift closet with gifts for 3 to 6 year olds…for all of the parties my children are invited to. I also keep all types of gift wrapping and ribbons on hand too. I love wrapping kids gifts in cellophane and tying with a big bright ribbon.
i remember seeing a photo of you on eddie's blog arriving with gift in hand. i also remember how LOVELY your presentation was. that in itself elizabeth is indeed a 'gift'
anything from me looks like a 7 year old boy was heavily involved. may i live vicariously through you?
xo
debra
I'm with you…I actually do over think wrapping & packaging a lot.Gorgeous packaging = amazing gift!
With calligraphy of course! Although I will say, my friends are jaded and take me for granted. I will hand calligraph a pretty tag with their name only to find it in the trash later. I have had to learn to let it go.
Elizabeth, thank you so much for the mention! Happy Gift Wrapping! xo, Katy
I definitely keep a gift stash and think I am going to have to add these fabulous gift tags to it – great find!!