Finding last-minute gift ideas is hard enough, but what about giftwrap? 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.
Research free templates online - many companies offer promotions with printable patterns that can be used to wrap small gifts. Children can color the pages for a more endearing, homemade look for a grandparent or an auntie. Look out for these websites and try out a few to find the right free wrapping paper option for you.
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.
HP isn't the only game in town, though. Plenty of websites offer free printable gift wrap, so keep your eyes open for various offers.
Holiday Gift Wrap and Gift Bags
Xerox offers a wide array of free wrapping paper and giftwrap supplies as well. One of the most popular holiday gift wrap choices is a simple pattern with gift boxes, suitable for any Christmas occasion. Xerox has other gift wrapping supplies, including tags, gift bags, cards, and more, all free and printable for last-minute moments.
Between these two sources, :foil paper" from the kitchen, and comic strips from the recycling bin, free wrapping paper and last-minute giftwrap ideas can save any holiday gift crisis. From printing on colored copy paper to finding the perfect free promotion for wrapping paper, all it takes is a few minutes online with the right resources.
For more information on last minute gift ideas, check out Best Secret Santa Gifts and Printable Gift Cards.
Melanie Zoltan - Melanie Zoltan is a former college professor and administrator who has written for About.com, PCWorld, Brain Child, Thomson Gale, and ...
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