25 Unique Gift Packaging Ideas

25 UNIQUE

gift packaging ideas

If the Shoe

Fits

Joni Greenman chose an unusual container to hold a gift for a friend — a fabulous pair of vintage pumps. Each shoe holds a variety of vintage and found items. This is a great way to present a gift of art supplies to a vintage-loving mixed-media artist.

More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2009 Issue of Somerset Life.

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Pretty “Tulle” BOXES

These kraft gift boxes by Paula Chizmar were reinvented with a few touches of patterned paper and dramatic tulle bows. The tulle is the perfect touch for a ballet-lover or a fan of all things frilly and feminine.

More from this article can be found in Creating Living Ideas.

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Colette Copeland believes that gift-wrapping is an extension of the gift, and theseembellished muslin bags are gifts in and of themselves.

Fabric scraps, hand stitching, and rhinestone embellishments make these simple bags something special.

More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2010 Issue of Somerset Life.

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Creating gift-wrap in a neutral palette is a wonderful way to complement a relaxing gift, like these soothing sachets. L. Katherine Roberts used natural U][TQV R]\M JWWS XIOM [KZIX[ IVL XM\Q\M _PQ\M ÆW_MZ[ \W KZMI\M KWWZLQVI\QVO OQN\ JIO[ IVL OTI[[ ^QIT[ ÅTTML _Q\P [_MM\ [UMTTQVO JTWWU[ More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2015 Issue of Somerset Life.

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Coming up

ROSES

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More from this article can be found in Creating Living Ideas.

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FIT FOR

Print

Gift-wrap can be hard on the change purse, so why not use brightly colored VM_[XIXMZ IL^MZ\Q[MUMV\[ NWZ I KZMI\Q^M IVL KW[\ M‫ٺ‬MK\Q^M KPIVOM WN XIKM' You can tailor the gift-wrap to the recipient by using an advertisement for a product they love, and then just add twine and a bejeweled tag.

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The Artistry of GIFT-GIVING

A sleek black box is a great way to present a gift, but it needs I TQ\\TM [WUM\PQVO \W UISM Q\ \Z]Ta[XMKQIT <W ÅVQ[P W‫\ ٺ‬PQ[ OQN\ 3MTTMVM /QTW‫ ٺ‬ILLML ^QV\IOM MXPMUMZI LQ[XTIaQVO \PM .ZMVKP alphabet, and simply placed it on top of the box. Red ribbon holds the alphabet in place and adds a pop of color.

More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2008 Issue of Somerset Life.

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Fragrant

Pouches A basic fabric bag is made festive and fragrant with the addition of a cinnamon stick and sprig of rosemary. This gift bag is filled with a baking kit, so a small wooden spoon was the perfect final touch on this charming presentation.

More from this article can be found in Volume 10 of A Somerset Holiday.

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White Christmas BURLAP BAGS

You neednâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be an artist to create one-of-a-kind imagery on giftwrapping. Here, Rhonda Pingilley used handmade stencils to add iconic Christmas images to burlap bags. The result is minimalistic yet striking and sure to make a statement under the tree.

More from this article can be found in Volume 10 of A Somerset Holiday.

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Thyme-Stopping s g a B t f i G

Paper bags probably make you think of lunch, but they can be used for so much more. This specialty paper bag is the perfect size for a small gift and features fun, modern stripes. Decorative tape, twine, and an aromatic herb sprig transform this bag into “thyme-stopping” gift-wrap.

More from this article can be found in Volume 10 of A Somerset Holiday.

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Inspired by old hat boxes, Renee Rogers decorated plain brown boxes using specialty paper and tulle. The boxes are wrapped in these eye-catching materials, and a drawer knob IVL ^QV\IOM JZWWKP \WX \PMU W‫ ٺ‬7VKM \PM OQN\[ QV[QLM PI^M been enjoyed, these boxes can be displayed all year long.

More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2012 Issue of Somerset Life.

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Just like a little black dress never goes out of style, you can’t go wrong with black wrapping paper. Baker’s twine and a hand-lettered tag complete this classic look, which can be used to wrap handmade soaps or any other gift.

More from this article can be found in the Winter 2015 Issue of Willow and Sage.

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Unique gift-wrapping doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require an extra expense or special supplies. This rustic yet elegant gift required only kraft paper, chalk, twine, and greenery. The chalk adds a softness that complements this rustic style.

More from this article can be found in Volume 10 of A Somerset Holiday.

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A DAY IN PROVENCE:

Vintage Paper Sachets Kraft paper reminds us of a time when everything from groceries to gifts were wrapped in this simple brown material.

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More from this article can be found in the Winter 2018 Issue of GreenCraft Magazine.

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Wreath-mas Miniature grapevine wreaths evoke thoughts of a rustic winter wonderland, and it couldn’t be simpler to add them to your giftwrapping this holiday season. For these gifts, Cheryl Dossey splattered kraft paper with white paint for a snowy look, wrapped the gifts, and then attached the wreaths using ribbon, torn fabric, or baker’s twine.

More from this article can be found in Volume 11 of A Somerset Holiday.

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Oh, So Pretty

UPCYCLED BAGS Kristen Robinson created this upcyled gift-wrapping using muslin bags that had contained her online clothing purchase.

All she needed was some rubber stamps, ribbon, and an iron-on image to transform the former packaging into stunning gift bags.

More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2009 Issue of Somerset Life.

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DREAMY PILLOW POUCH

Gift Bags Fabric pouches that once housed pillowcases can be easily dressed up into gift-wrapping. Ella Wilson added strips of tulle and cheesecloth \W \PM MLOM WN \PM XW]KP NWZ _WVLMZN]T \M`\]ZM \WXXQVO \PMU W‫ ٺ‬ _Q\P [PIJJa KPQK ÆWZIT \ZQU *Q\[ WN OZMMV ZQJJWV IVL I SMa KPIZU attached with red thread create further interest.

More from this article can be found in the Winter 2017 Issue of GreenCraft Magazine.

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EVERYTHING

Ephemera Gift Wrap -XPMUMZI W‫ٺ‬MZ[ IV MVLTM[[ ^IZQM\a WN QV\MZM[\QVO XI\\MZV[ IVL images, making it a great option for gift-wrapping. Shari Frost-Job used sheet music and book pages to wrap these gifts, complementing them with pale blue seam binding and delicate metal charms.

More from this article can be found in the Winter 2017 Issue of GreenCraft Magazine.

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BOUQUETS WRAPPED

With Love A simple bouquet from the market is a thoughtful and MI[a OQN\ J]\ \PW[M KMTTWXPIVM [TMM^M[ IZM LMÅVQ\MTa boring. Instead, layer patterned and solid tissue paper, _ZIX \PM JW]Y]M\ IVL ÅVQ[P Q\ W‫_ ٺ‬Q\P I TMVO\P WN \_QVM adding a heart-shaped pendant before tying the bow.

More from this article can be found in Creating Living Ideas.

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Upcycled Pillowcase PACKAGING

Old pillowcases are great for gift-wrapping. Here, Kristin Van Valkenburgh chose eye-catching pillowcases to wrap around her gifts, and [PM [MK]ZML \PMU QV XTIKM _Q\P Z]‫ټ‬ML [\ZQX[ WN NIJZQK +PQXJWIZL TM\\MZ[ with rhinestone accents complete the look and make it more personal.

More from this article can be found in Creating Living Ideas.

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Pressed & Painted GIFT TOPPER

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For a unique way to package soaps or other bath-and-body items, apply beeswax to an old book page for a stunning aged M‫ٺ‬MK\ ;WUM [QUXTM \_QVM Q[ \PM XMZNMK\ ÅVQ[PQVO \W]KP More from this article can be found in the Summer 2014 Issue of Willow and Sage.

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c i s u M t e e Sw Everyone loves music, so you can’t go wrong when using sheet music as gift-wrapping. Devon Warren wrapped these gifts with pages of sheet music, and she added extra interest by topping them off with natural elements like dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and baby’s breath.

More from this article can be found in Volume 11 of A Somerset Holiday.

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The Magic of

BURLAP

Lori Oles elevated basic burlap into a dramatic gift topper. In addition to wrapping the burlap around the gift like ribbon, she IT[W ][ML Q\ \W KZMI\M I JMI]\QN]T JW_ \PI\¼[ \WXXML W‫_ ٺ‬Q\P I ^QV\IOM rhinestone brooch. The burlap also acts as the foundation for layered vintage ephemera that’s machine-stitched for added texture.

More from this article can be found in the Autumn 2008 Issue of Somerset Life.

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Black & White GIFT-WRAPPING SET

Black and white is a classic color combination that looks just as TW^MTa QV PWTQLIa LMKWZ 4aVVM 5WVKZQM‫ ٺ‬KZMI\ML K][\WU JTIKS IVL white gift boxes using paint, decorative tape, vintage images, text, and baker’s twine. The images and text can be tailored to the recipient, resulting in gift boxes they’ll never forget.

More from this article can be found in Volume 11 of A Somerset Holiday.

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