Gift wrapping truly is a skill, and unfortunately, it’s not one that every person is blessed with having. Many people struggle during the holidays to wrap gifts nicely, especially if you got your loved one something that doesn’t fit perfectly in a box like a football or a certain-shaped handbag.
Luckily, a stay-at-home mom turned social media sensation Lennia McCarter is here to help. McCarter has gained an enormous following on Instagram and TikTok ever since she started posting videos of how she neatly organizes and folds items back in 2020. She has since taken on the title of “Folding Queen,” and now she’s helping people across the internet by showing how you can beautifully and neatly wrap even the most complicated gifts.
Here’s one example of how she managed to perfectly wrap a handbag with no box, just wrapping paper.
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And another great example of how she managed to wrap a Stanley reusable cup with simple wrapping and tissue paper.
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You can find more of Lennia’s great gift-wrapping hacks via her Instagram or TikTok pages where her handle is @lenniamc, or by checking out her YouTube channel here.
In the meantime, here are some other funny and creative ways that you can wrap your gifts to your loved ones this year.
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Make a joke out of it
A Christmas prank is a great way to get a good laugh out of everyone and make some great holiday memories. Before you wrap your gift for your loved one, try to think of ways to really fool them. For example, this person posted a picture of how one of their coworkers decided to wrap a gift, and they purposely made it look like a person in a body bag.
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You could also think about things that your loved one likes and wrap their gifts based on that. For example, this person has a loved one who is a big Harry Potter fan, so they got creative and made all the gifts for that person Harry Potter themed.
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Or if you want to hop on the food train, you can wrap your loved one’s gift in wrapping paper that looks like their favorite food. This woman told her boyfriend that she was getting him a burger for Christmas and managed to get wrapping paper that looked like a real burger.
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Reuse materials
If you really want to save money and resources, you can always use items around the house to help wrap your gift. This person decided to use an old tablecloth and a rope to wrap their gift and used the excuse that they were “going green.”
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If you’re looking to get a little fancier than an old tablecloth, you can take some travel brochures and use them to wrap your gifts like this person did.
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Use a balloon
If you have a gift that is smaller and lightweight, you can even use a balloon as your wrapping paper. Simply put the gift inside the balloon when you blow it up and then your loved one can pop it when it’s time to open a gift. It’s a great way to make for a fun surprise.
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Below are some more products you can use as well to help make your gift-wrapping journey much easier. Here are my top 11 picks.
Gift wrapping tools
Little Elf gift wrap cutter
Make cutting wrapping paper so much easier with this wrapping paper cutter from Little Elf. This product was originally seen on Shark Tank and is easy and safe to use with its durable embedded steel blade. It can fit around rolls of wrapping paper up to 2.25 inches thick and will precisely cut your paper without wasting any. At the time of publishing, this product had over 17,000 global reviews with 64% giving it 5 stars.
I use this all the time. It is remarkably easy and satisfying to be able to rip wrapping paper with such ease and precision!
The WrapMaster Gift Wrap Cutting Tool allows you to measure your package and paper before you cut it, which will give you a more precise cut and cut your gift-wrapping time in half. It can work on any level surface including carpets, and it also includes a freehand method where you wouldn’t need a surface at all when using. It’s super easy to use and will make your whole gift-wrapping experience smoother than ever!
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Wrap Buddies wrapping paper clamps
This tool will lessen your frustration with gift wrapping this holiday season. It clamps to the table and has tape dispensers as well so that you won’t have to worry about messing up your wrapping job while trying to get your supplies in order. All you have to do is clamp your gift wrap organizers onto the table, adjust them to fit the size of the paper roll, unroll, and easily cut. At the time of publishing, this product had over 1,000 global reviews on Amazon with 74% giving it 5 stars.
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Scotch desktop tap dispenser
Scotch tape is one of the most important items to have with you while you’re wrapping your gift. This dispenser can clip to surfaces up to 1.25 inches thick and has 360-degree horizontal rotation making it easy to use. It also has a 180-degree vertical rotation and allows for one-handed dispensing. At the time of publishing, this product had over 2,200 global reviews with 80% giving it 5 stars.
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Titanium scissors
If you’re going to spend a significant time cutting and don’t have a paper cutter, you’ll want to have a quality pair of scissors. These scissors are heavy-duty and have premium blades, along with a redesigned handle for more comfort. At the time of publishing, this product had over 23,000 global reviews with 84% giving it 5 stars.
Double-sided tape roll
Double-sided tape can also be a great accessory to use while wrapping presents. This product comes with 6 rolls of double-sided tape with 2 pieces of each color of blue, green, and pink. The tape is 0.3 inches wide and 20 feet long, so you’ll get plenty of use out of it. At the time of publishing, this product had over 200 global reviews with 51% giving it 5 stars.
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Accessories
Red & white twine
Spruce up your gift with this red and white twine to tie neat bows. This twine is heavy-duty and durable so you won’t have to worry about it ripping or coming undone once you tie it. You’ll get a whopping 328 feet of it so it will likely last you multiple holiday seasons. At the time of publishing, this product had over 2,000 global reviews with 86% giving it 5 stars.
Kraft gift tags
Another fun way to make your gifts look great is to have unique gift tags with each one. You’ll get 100 tags in a package and they’re made with high-quality paper to make them look elegant and joyful. They’re made with a permanent adhesive that adheres to most flat surfaces, so sticking them onto all your gifts won’t be a problem. At the time of publishing, this product had over 2,200 global reviews with 90% giving it 5 stars.
Pine needle decorations
These pine needle decorations are the perfect personal touch that you can add to your gift-wrapping regimen. One package will give you 24 pine needle pieces and one pack of twine rope you can use to tie them with. The stems are flexible and bendable so you can attach them however you want. At the time of publishing, this product had over 300 global reviews with 78% giving it 5 stars.
PintreeLand Bows
Nothing makes a gift look better than a nice big bow, and these holiday bows are the perfect accessory for making your gift look the best. You’ll get 12 bows in one pack and each one has a unique holiday design. The bows are simple to tie and attach to your gift and your loved ones will adore them. At the time of publishing, this product had over 3,500 global reviews with 74% giving it 5 stars.
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Storage
Gift wrapper storage container
One of the hardest things about wrapping gifts is cleaning up the mess afterward. However, this gift-wrapping storage container will make everything easier for you. You can store wrapping paper, accessories, and tools all in one spot as it has plenty of storage compartments to fit everything you need. It’s also flat and slim, so it will be easy to store anywhere in your home. At the time of publishing, this product had over 4,900 global reviews with 69% giving it 5 stars.
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Kurt’s key takeaways
Make wrapping your gifts a fun activity rather than a boring chore this year with the products listed above. Whether you’re experienced with wrapping or not, these products are sure to make the experience an enjoyable one for you.
What’s your secret to wrapping the perfect holiday gift? Let us know your most innovative creations by commenting below.
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