Unconventional Scandinavian Christmas Gift-Wrapping Methods to Consider DIY Style
In the spirit of the festive season, we've compiled a collection of delightful and eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas to elevate your Christmas presents. From rustic bells to paper trees, these creative approaches will add a personal touch to your gifts, making them even more special.
Our list presents 8 beautiful rustic gift wrapping ideas, suitable for those who prefer DIY and those who want a simple, pretty touch. One of the standout ideas is using kraft (brown) paper as a base, decorated with hand-drawn designs, rubber-stamped patterns, or stenciling, creating a personalized and rustic look. Adding small vintage ornaments or fresh greenery as simple accents adds a creative yet natural touch.
For those seeking a more sustainable alternative, Furoshiki wrapping is an excellent choice. This Japanese cloth wrapping technique uses fabric squares to wrap gifts beautifully and sustainably. Nathalie Myrberg, a renowned influencer, provides a photo of Furoshiki clothes for natural gift wrapping inspiration.
Another captivating idea is to create a paper tree shape using a long 'ribbon' from the wrapping paper. This replacement for shop-bought bows adds a unique and charming touch to your gifts.
Rustic bells can be purchased from Etsy for gift wrapping, and tying them onto twine or ribbon wrapped around the gift not only adds decoration but also a festive jingle. Foraged items, such as pine branches, holly, cinnamon sticks, or berries, can be tied to cloth or paper-wrapped gifts with twine or jute string to create a natural and textured look.
Helena Lyth offers a step-by-step guide for creating decorative cut-outs in wrapping paper, adding an extra layer of creativity to your gift wrapping. Eva Kosmas Flores provides photographs of foraged items for DIY gift wrapping, offering inspiration for those who enjoy a more hands-on approach.
An evening of gift wrapping could include candlelight and glögg (mulled wine), making the process even more enjoyable and festive. For those who appreciate a challenge, an included riddle could be a fun addition, similar to the Swedish tradition.
The reality of the individual's gift wrapping often differs from their expectations. However, with these creative and simple ideas, you'll be well on your way to wrapping gifts that are both beautiful and eco-friendly. The Christmas archive contains more gift wrapping ideas for you to explore.
As the individual is not fully completed with their Christmas shopping, these ideas are a perfect starting point for a memorable and sustainable gift wrapping experience. The individual is looking forward to the gift wrapping phase of Christmas and can't wait to put these ideas into practice.
[1] Myrberg, N. (2021). Furoshiki Wrapping Ideas for a Sustainable Christmas. [Online]. Available: https://nathaliemyrberg.com/2021/12/furoshiki-wrapping-ideas-for-a-sustainable-christmas/
[2] Lyth, H. (2020). 12 DIY Gift Wrapping Ideas for a Beautifully Wrapped Christmas. [Online]. Available: https://www.helena-lyth.com/diy-gift-wrapping-ideas-for-a-beautifully-wrapped-christmas/
[3] Flores, E. K. (2019). 10 DIY Gift Wrapping Ideas for a Sustainable Christmas. [Online]. Available: https://evakosmasflores.com/diy-gift-wrapping-ideas-for-a-sustainable-christmas/
[1] With a focus on sustainability, explore Nathalie Myrberg's Furoshiki wrapping ideas for a distinctive, eco-friendly Christmas gift presentation. [2] To add an extra layer of creativity to your gift wrapping, consider Helena Lyth's DIY guide for intricate cut-outs on wrapping paper. [3] For natural, foraged gift wrapping inspiration,EvakosmasFlores offers a collection of 10 DIY ideas to help you create a rustic, handmade Christmas look.
