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How to Wrap Holiday Gifts Like an Expert

Become a gift-wrapping expert with these step-by-step instructions from Kate's Paperie (8 Photos)

Michele Miao on Nov 15, 2009 at 3:05PM

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How to Wrap Holiday Gifts Like an Expert

courtesy of Kate's Paperie

Trim the Paper

Beautiful wrapping can be the difference between a great gift and a gift that really wows. Create beautiful packaging for your presents by following these simple instructions. Before you begin, here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Make sure the tape is always hidden
• Always fold cut edges under
• Keep the paper tight and the edges and corners neat

First, wrap your special something in tissue paper and place it in the box. Lay the paper lengthwise and trim the sides until they are slightly longer than the height of the box (figure 1). Be sure to conceal the unfinished edges by folding them under (figure 2a).