Finding last-minute gift ideas is hard enough, but what about gift wrap? For last-minute holiday gift wrap, turn to the Internet and the home. Free wrapping paper is a download away in many cases, along with free templates for gift bags and gift boxes. Foil paper can be made from simple items found in most homes. Wrapping presents seconds before giving them isn't a crime, and it doesn't need to be hard. Turn to the Internet and check out these simple ideas.
Foil Paper and More
Before turning on the computer, consider free items in the house. Foil paper is a popular, and somewhat pricey, wrapping supply in stores for the holiday season. The shimmering silver and gold colors are festive and fun, but for last-minute wrapping store-bought supplies don't help. Turn to the aluminum foil in the kitchen for a nearly-free, quick solution! Wrap the present in "foil paper" the same way that one wraps a present with traditional giftwrap. Top with a ribbon or bow for a simple, elegant look.
Good old Sunday comics are a standby wrapping solution if foil paper isn't possible. Dig through the recycling bin, find the funnies, and get free wrapping paper! If the comics are already recycled, or lining a cat's litter box, then turn to the computer and check out these online wrapping supply ideas.
Free Wrapping Paper and Giftwrap
HP.com is a one-stop free wrapping paper center. Follow the suggested steps for the specific project (birthday, holiday, Christmas) and for the type of wrapping (gift bags, giftwrap, gift box). The printable templates do recommend using HP's brochure paper, but printing on normal printer paper can produce a perfectly fine result.
If a present is too large for one printed 8" x 11" sheet, print more and tape the sheets together, then cut to fit for the item. Print in color to get results that are true to the template, or in black and white and hand-color the paper (or have children do the work) for a more personal touch.
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