This post is full of non-traditional Christmas gift wrap inspiration. You can easily turn neutral packaging into a festive gift for the holidays with these easy ideas.
In fact, if you are short on storage space, just purchase neutral paper that you can accessorize according to the occasion. It can become your signature look.
Non-Traditional Christmas Gift Wrap Ideas
No need to run to the store for some Christmas gift wrap paper. This post will show you how to use what you may already have on hand.
Add a Festive Ornament to Plain Gift Wrap
Plain gift wrap instantly turns festive with an ornament attached to the ribbon.
Pinecones Add a Winter Flair
There is no rule that your Christmas gifts need to be wrapped in red or green. I love this masculine brown paper and stunning bow. The pinecones make it holiday appropriate.
Versatile White Paper
These packages were wrapped in white freezer paper! White is so versatile. Love the faux fruit added to the bows.
DIY Gift Bag for Odd Size Gifts
When you have an odd size gift, you can make a gift bag out of wrapping paper to accomodate the special size. Click on the link for an easy tutorial.
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Brown Craft Boxes
Craft boxes are great for gifts anytime of the year. The bow and gift tags can make them holiday appropriate.
Non-Traditional Colors
Pink is a nice substitute for red paper. I love the pink and green color combo.
Brown Bags Turned Into Gift Bags
Don’t throw out those brown bags! A simple hole punch and pretty ribbon is all you need to create this attractive gift bag.
Fresh herbs add a pop of color to these brown lunch bags turned gift bags. You can also use cut evergreens.
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Brown Craft Paper
Brown craft paper would be boring on its own but not when you pair it with these glitter-dipped gift tags. They are so easy to make as you will see in the tutorial found on the link.
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Carolyn says
OMG-great ideas! These are going into the memory bank!
Elaine says
Thanks Carolyn. I thought they were so creative!
1010ParkPlace says
These are gorgeous!
Elaine says
Thanks Brenda!