Things You'll Need:
- Paper
- Scissors
- Art supplies
- Stamps
- Ink pad
- Ribbon
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Step 1
Assemble your art supplies and paper. Unused butcher paper, newsprint rolls, blank packing paper or paper used to wrap breakables are all good options. You need a large piece of paper that will take paint, ink or marker and is relatively blank. Gather any art supplies that strike your fancy: paint and finger paint, sponges, ink, stamps and markers.
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Step 2
Cut paper to the size needed for your gift, unless you are making the paper for later use. Spread paper on a clean, dry, protected surface, or attach it to your easel.
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Step 3
Begin the decoration process, using either a repeating pattern or a completely freestyle approach. Sponges cut into shapes and dipped in paint are good for making rows or designs of colorful repeating designs. Stamps and ink or painting with a brush are also good techniques.
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Step 4
Use markers or calligraphy pens to add words such as "Happy Birthday" or "Christmas Wishes" to the paper.
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Step 5
Use wide paintbrushes dipped into light watercolors to wash color onto the paper, creating continuity between bolder designs and covering any white spots, giving the paper a finished look.
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Step 6
Allow paper to dry completely before wrapping the gift or storing the paper for later use.
