How to Use Wrapping Paper to Decorate For Parties

Decorating for parties, not necessarily just birthday parties, does not have to be an expensive under-taking. Simply head to a "dollar store" or any other discount store and pick up some gift wrapping supplies. Gift wrap is so versitile it can be used for much more than just wrapping gifts.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Wrapping paper
• Tape
• Scissors
• Ribbon
• Bows

1. 

   Look around the room where the majority of your guests will be spending most of their time. Make note of all the "flat" hanging art, framed photographs and objects.

2. 

   Wrap the front of each of these items with wrapping paper. Use just enough paper to wrap around the edges and attach to the back so no wrapping is wasted.

3. 

   Take a second look around your space making note of all the square, rectangle and flat items on table tops and book shelves.

4. 

   Wrap each of these items as sparingly as possible. Don't wrap the portions of the objects touching the surfaces or facing the walls.

5. 

   Decorate everything you've wrapped using ribbons and bows so they look like gifts. Use the ribbon sparingly so there's enough to use on all the warpped objects.

Tips & Warnings

• Use wrapping paper that's in the same color family as the rest of the room's decor to create a cohesive and monochromatic look. Choose wrapping paper that has a foil, shiney or glittery finish to add some "sparkle." Use paper in the same pattern as any gifts that you have decorated for this event.
• Try to find paper that isn't too flimsy so it doesn't tear too easily. Avoid patterns that are too busy or the room will look chaotic. Don't wrap round or odd shaped items or else they will look too messy.

Resources

• The Dollar Store