The holiday season is coming, meaning our gift wrapping skills are about to be put to the test. But even the most savvy gift wrapper can get stumped by an oddly shaped gift. Not all gifts come in perfectly rectangular boxes, which means we need to get creative with our gift wrapping approach. Luckily, there are tricks and techniques you can use to wrap even the most strangely shaped items, from bicycles to stuffed animals to doll houses and more. Here’s how to wrap odd-shaped gifts for the holiday season and beyond!
How to Wrap Odd-Shaped Gifts
1. How to Wrap an Oddly Shaped Gift | Martha Stewart
Oddly shaped gifts are tough and awkward to wrap, so let this wrapping paper gift bag be the perfect solution. This tutorial by Martha Stewart gives you the step-by-step on how to do this gift wrapping technique, so you know it’s going to be good. It’s ideal for gifts like a big stuffed toy, a football, clothes or anything else that doesn’t come in a box or has an odd shape. Grab your favourite wrapping paper, some clear tape, gift tags, and twine for a gorgeous and festive gift.
2. DIY: How to Wrap An Oversized Box | OWN
Large boxes can be a serious pain to wrap, but with this tutorial, you can save time on your wrapping with clever tips and tricks. Follow this step-by-step video with tips along the way and soon you’ll be wrapping large boxes with ease! One thing you’ll need that you typically won’t use for wrapping other presents is baker’s twine, so be sure to grab some before getting started.
3. Use Paper Streamers
If you have a gift that’s round or has curves, crepe paper streamers are perfect as they’re flexible and conform to any shape. Wrap your gift in overlapping layers until the item is fully covered, then secure with clear tape. Since streamers can be a bit transparent, you may have to layer your gift multiple times to ensure your giftee can’t see through it!
4. How to Wrap Odd Shaped Gifts | DIY Projects
Oddly shaped gifts are often tossed into a gift bag, but wrapping them is so much more special. In this gift wrapping tutorial, you’ll learn how to wrap oddly shaped gifts including a stuffed animal, a ball, a cylindrical box, and a hexagonal box.
5. Cover with Twinkle Lights
Sometimes an item is just too big to wrap. Think: a bicycle, doll house, or play kitchen. In this case, wrap your gift with a string of twinkle lights so it still looks special. While this is perfect for the holiday season, it also works for birthdays and other special celebrations. Cover the entire exterior of your gift and secure the cords with twist ties or ribbons. And don’t worry about having to plug them in, there are plenty of battery-operated twinkle lights available.
6. Use a Tea Towel for Wine or Alcohol
If you’re giving the gift of booze, forget about a wine bag and elevate your wrapping with a festive tea towel. Fold up the bottom corners, fold in the sides, and secure the fabric together with a pretty ribbon. Not only will it look nice and festive, the tea towel doubles as an additional gift.
7. Opt for Holiday Boxes
If you have smaller items that you don’t want to wrap individually (think: a lip gloss, jade roller, and a bag of sweets) opt to place them together in a holiday box. This way, you actually don’t have to do any wrapping at all! To make it even more festive, use twine to create a bow and place a festive gift tag on the top of the box.
8. Origami Paper Bag | DIY Mini Paper Bag | Origami Gift Bags | DIY Paper Gift Bag | Paper Crafts Easy | Cellustrationart
If you’re looking for a unique way to wrap a gift such as a necklace or bracelet (rather than just putting it in a box), check out this small origami gift bag tutorial. You can use any type of gift wrapping paper for this, in any festive design or stick with a solid colour. The result is so cute and your giftee is sure to appreciate it!
We hope you loved these ideas for wrapping oddly shaped gifts. With these tips and tutorials, you’re sure to be everyone’s favourite gift giver!
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