I love the anticipation of opening gifts. It's the wonder of what could be inside, that delightful mix of uncertainty and excitement.
Christmas is such a wonderful time to share the joy of giving and enjoy the buzz of those gift opening moments with friends, family and neighbours.
Perhaps you enjoy the thrill of ripping through the paper or perhaps you prefer to take it nice and slow, removing each ribbon and piece of tape with care.
Whatever you gift opening style, a creatively gift wrapped present is sure to make you stop to appreciate it's thoughtful presentation. A beautifully wrapped gift, doubles the anticipation. But it's not just about what's inside. A thoughtfully wrapped gift communicates care and time taken to present the gift beautifully for the recipient. It needn't be expensive or elaborate. A simple gift with personal touches is heartfelt and heartwarming.
A gift wrap that hint's at the present inside is a lovely idea and can add the the usefulness of the gift itself. Think cookie cutters or a wooden spoon tied with twine to the wrapping for the baker in your family. Or packets of seeds and gardening gloves adorning the front of a Christmas gift for the gardener in your family.
Something as simple as pretty hair clip or barrettes can be used to decorate a young girl's gift. Toy cars and Lego pieces will delight little boys when added to the outside of their Christmas present.
A simple sprig of rosemary or pine needles make a fragrant touch to your Christmas gift and their smell will recall fond memories of the festive season.
I hope you will find some inspiration in the simple and easy DIY Christmas gift wrap ideas in the video I have created above.
I enjoy wrapping the gifts just as much as I do opening them. I hope you will too.
Good tidings my friends!
