Of course, the holidays also mean that a season of merry gift-giving is before us. While a lot of folks are fine going the traditional wrapping paper and gift tag route, others are seeking more creative alternatives. Perhaps you want to save some trees and are looking for a more sustainable option, or maybe you’re simply tired of the same ol’-same ol’ and want to spice things up a bit this year. Either way, the alternatives to traditional wrapping paper listed below are sure to inspire you to approach your gift-wrapping game from a whole new angle this year. DIY Stamped Wrapping Paper from The Spruce DIY Melted Crayon Wrapping Paper from Sisters What Chalkboard Paper Gift Wrap from Lia Griffith DIY Word Search by Grasping for Objectivity DIY No-Sew Fabric Bags from We Are Scout DIY Scrap Paper Wrap from Assemble Shop DIY Duct Tape Ribbons & Bows from Lines Across DIY Yarn Wrap from Abrams Craft Gift Wrapping With Photos from A Beautiful Mess Wrap your gifts with a sheet of butcher paper in whatever color you prefer. You can either keep it simple and leave it plain with no decorations or add your own embellishments. How to Wrap a Gift Easily and Beautifully from Maison de Pax In the same vein, you can also package your gifts in reusable tins or cans. It’s like two gifts in one! S’mores Mason Jar Gifts from A Night Owl DIY Vintage Map Christmas Gift Wrap and Gift Bags from DIY Mommy Don’t feel limited if you don’t have a nice, square cloth, though. Use any fabric available to you. A simple bandana would work. If you sew, you can use your fabric scraps. If not, find inexpensive fabric scraps at your local thrift store. How to Do Furoshiki from The Spruce Crafts Once you have your supplies, which you can find at any craft store, it’s time to get creative. Get the whole family involved and draw a masterpiece together. It can be anything—a pretty landscape, a portrait of Santa Claus, or something more abstract. Make a bunch and wrap your gifts with them. Anyone who sees your work of art is guaranteed to smile. DIY GIFTS | Make Your Own Wrapping Paper from Threadbare Cloak How to Wrap A Gift In A Reusable Bag from neatntiny Use strips of burlap as rustic accents on your gifts this year. Because of its rough surface, burlap is not the easiest surface to draw or paint on. Not to worry, though, because burlap is decorative enough on its own. Consider adding a decorative ribbon to tie in natural pieces, like pine sprigs or maple leaves, to kick it up a notch. You can also add cute chalkboard gift tags like the ones in this tutorial. Burlap Christmas Gift Wrap from Love Create Celebrate
