I used to do new gift wrap every year with different ribbons- but since we usually travel for Christmas all of my packages and pretty bows were smushed and the paper was torn by the time we arrived at our destination. So, I had an idea for something MUCH more forgiving and SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper. I’ve used this same set for several years now and I LOVE the effect. It’s simple, classic, and reminds me of years gone by! The great thing is, it is VERY inexpensive for those of us on a budget and comes in a large roll so you can use it for a long time! I’m including Amazon links so you can find everything quickly and easily!
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The cool thing is, with just a few accessories this gift wrap set is classic and also somehow very NOW (for all of you farmhouse fanatics!). And guess what, you can wrap a medium package for $1.10 each (as shown in the photo)! Even very large packages wrap for only pennies more. I purchased the paper and twine two years ago and still have plenty for this Christmas and have only had to repurchase the decorations.
So, here is the simple supplies list:
Brown Paper Craft Tags with Jute Twine (120)- $.06 each
Brown Craft Paper (200 ft) – $.25 a yard
Silver Jingle Bells (50) – $.18 each
Artificial Pine Needles (30) – $.50 each (This is the most expensive piece, so if you have these in your yard, I’d use those- we just don’t have them where I live and these are VERY convincing)
Jute twine (328 feet) – $.05 a yard
As I write this, the entire kit costs about $50 to wrap ALL of your gifts. I can’t wait to see all of your beautiful presents!
If you’re looking for a beginner calligraphy pen set to do that cool lettering, I found this one easy to use and inexpensive. This is literally (and obviously) my first attempt at calligraphy lettering and it’s cute even when it’s not great, so give it a shot!
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Cheers!
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