How to Wrap a Christmas Present

You spent hours picking out the perfect Christmas present for a loved one. You don't want to wrap that present clumsily; you want it to look like it came from Santa. With only a few extra minutes, you can create a perfectly wrapped Christmas present that shows your loved ones how much you care about them.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Wrapping paper
• Clear tape
• Scissors
• Box (optional)

1. Choose the paper carefully. Don't just choose whatever is on sale or the cheapest. With wrapping paper, you pay for what you get and you may get paper that rips easily or is thin enough to see the presents through. In a pinch, choose sparkly paper or paper with gold, silver, green or red colors. Christmas paper with Santa, reindeer or snowmen on it is also fun.

2. Put the present into a box to conceal whatever the present is, especially if it's a unique shape. Putting it into a box also makes it easier to wrap.

3. Measure the size of the present. The paper should come about two-thirds up the both sides of the present. Cut the paper.

4. Pull the paper a little past center on the long side. If you have too much paper, fold the excess under to create a tight crease. Tape the side down. Do the same with the other long side and tape it down.

5. Press the top of the shorter side down. Run your fingers along the crease heading away from the present. Create sharp corners and tight creases.

6. Fold the sides in, again creating sharp corners and tight creases. Fold the bottom up, folding any excess under. Apply a small piece of tape, just enough to keep it from un-sticking.

7. Apply a bow or ribbon. Consider choosing contrasting colors to make the gift standout from the others presents under the tree from Santa.

Tips & Warnings

• Wrap presents on clear open surfaces.
• Run your fingers along all the creases to make the wrapping look crisp.
• Use paper sheers rather than general scissors to cut the paper.