How to Gift Wrap a Round Coke Bottle

Wrapping oddly shaped items such as bottles can be hard. It is difficult to know just where to start when trying to wrap an item such as this. With the right supplies and technique, however, it is possible to create a beautifully wrapped bottle ideal for gift giving. Just take it slow and follow these steps.

Things You'll Need

• Wrapping paper
• Scissors
• Cardboard
• Tape
• Curling ribbon

Instructions

1. Cut the wrapping paper large enough that the bottle can be rolled in it one and half to two times. The top of the paper should extend at least 6 inches above the cap of the bottle and about 3 inches beyond the bottom of the bottle.

2. Use the bottom of the bottle as your guide and cut a circle out of the cardboard the same circumference as the coke bottle. Attach this with tape or a lightly adhesive glue to the bottom of the bottle before wrapping. This will make it easier to enclose the bottom due to the uneven shape one bottoms of most coke bottles.

3. Lay the bottle on its side and roll in the paper to cover the entire bottle. Secure the paper by taping it into place along the edge of the wrapping paper.

4. 

   Start at the bottom of the bottle. Fold the paper in from the left and the right. Now close the end off by folding from the top and the bottom. Secure with tape.

5. 

   Sit the bottle upright and gather the paper together just above the cap and secure with a bit of tape.

6. Use the curling ribbon to tie the paper closed. Use the scissors to curl the ribbon and create a decorative bow.

7. Cut the paper at the top of the bottle as needed to make an attractive edge and appealing display.

Tips & Warnings

• If you find wrapping a bottle too difficult, gift bags are great option for bottle shaped gifts.

• Avoid using too much paper which will keep you from creating smooth lines and edges when you enclose the bottom of the bottle and gather the paper at the top.

Resources

• Gift Wrapping a Bottle