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DIY paper wrapped gifts and so much more. This is the ultimate DIY wrapping guide.<\/em><\/p>\n

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When I was a kid, wrapping presents was my favorite holiday activity. No joke! And it\u2019s still one of things I look forward to most each year, as strange as that may seem.<\/p>\n

So, I put together a HUGE gift guide filled with ALL of the things anyone could need for wrapping gifts. If you\u2019ve procrastinating on wrapping your gifts<\/a> until now, you might just need this DIY gift wrapping guide.<\/p>\n

Click through for all my faves \u2013 29 DIY wrapping paper, gift tag, gift topper, and printable ideas for wrapping presents this holiday season. And if you need any suggestions for xmas presents<\/a>, I have those too.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Ultimate DIY Gift Wrapping Guide<\/h2>\n

Wrapping Paper Ideas<\/h3>\n

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1.<\/strong> Got a potato and some scrap paper? You can make your own patterned wrapping paper in minutes, with this tutorial from Aboderie<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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2.<\/strong> I have a huge list of advent calendar ideas<\/a> that I update each year and part of that is using calendar pages to wrap all the tiny pressies.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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3.<\/strong> Grab a paint brush and come craft paint and create your own checkerboard pattern, like this one from Most Lovely Things<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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4.<\/strong> If you enjoy calligraphy, try this hand lettered name wrapping paper idea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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5.<\/strong> Rachel Castle<\/a> made the cutest diy gift wrap for holiday gifts, on her Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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6.<\/strong> A quick rummage through the recycling bin and a short nature walk will get you everything you need for to wrap presents for Dad. And speaking of which, here are some ideas for dad\u2019s day<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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7.<\/strong> If you\u2019re in the mood for something a bit messy to make (but super cute), try this DIY splatter paint wrapping paper from Mini Mad Things<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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8.<\/strong> Or go the opposite direction and add plenty of color with this felt pocket gift wrap idea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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9.<\/strong> Simple, done right! These printable initial tags from Homey Oh My<\/a> are perfect for just about any wrapping style.<\/p>\n

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10.<\/strong> If you enjoy picking up a paint brush every now and again, you might like this hand painted wrapping idea, which includes clever ways for how to wrap a gift card<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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11.<\/strong> Honestly, love this idea for painted bow presents from Love Decorations<\/a>. So clever!<\/p>\n

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12.<\/strong> An easy, festive way to \u00a0wrap small items for the holidays, like candle favors<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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13.<\/strong> Here\u2019s 5 unique was to surprise guys with gifts<\/a> wrapped especially for them (or anyone that prefers a more masculine \/ modern vibe).<\/p>\n

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14.<\/strong> Make your own wrapping paper patterns with seven DIY ideas for wrapped holiday gifts<\/a>, including popsicle stick stamping.<\/p>\n

Gift Bag Ideas<\/h3>\n

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15.<\/strong> And here\u2019s another fabric gift wrap<\/a> idea. Stencil your own patterns onto any fabric bag and you have a custom gift wrap for under the tree.<\/p>\n

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16.<\/strong> Already have wrapping paper? Turn it into small paper pouches for gifts<\/a>. All you need is a sewing machine.<\/p>\n

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17.<\/strong> Learn how to make a DIY bag for wine<\/a> from scratch. Made of waxed canvas, these canvas wine totes are water-resistant too.<\/em><\/p>\n

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18.<\/strong> Made this goodie bags for Halloween<\/a>, but I think it would work well for the holidays as well.<\/p>\n

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19.<\/strong> And for really tiny holiday gifts, these geometric party bags<\/a> for mini presents would do the trick.<\/p>\n

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20.<\/strong> Little inkblots turn into cute and unusual gift bags<\/a> that literally anyone can recreate.<\/p>\n

Gift Card Wrapping Ideas<\/h3>\n

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21.<\/strong> DIY leather pouches<\/a> work great as gift card holders and they\u2019re easy to make, if you have a sewing machine.<\/p>\n

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22.<\/strong> Or make a gift card envelope<\/a> with felt, if leather isn\u2019t your thing.<\/p>\n

Gift Topper Ideas<\/h3>\n

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23.<\/strong> Love these 3D paper flower gift toppers from The House that Lars Built<\/a>, for some quirky flair.<\/p>\n

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24.<\/strong> Have some scrap sketches, drawings, or paintings? Make these sweet painted gift tags from Ann Wood Handmade<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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25.<\/strong> Beaded Christmas ornaments<\/a> make solid gift toppers (and cute hostess gifts if you\u2019re off to any holiday parties this year).<\/p>\n

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26.<\/strong> Make a big tissue gift topper<\/a> in just a minute or two.<\/p>\n

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27.<\/strong> Dried orange garland<\/a> gift toppers would be a fun and fragrant addition.<\/p>\n

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28.<\/strong> Metallic present garlands feel festive with these DIY gift toppers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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29.<\/strong> Go totally unique and do some leather wrap<\/a> gifts.<\/p>\n

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30.<\/strong> Decorate your gifts with bows galore. The ultimate bow guide from The House that Lars Built<\/a> seems like a great place to start.<\/p>\n

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31.<\/strong> Make it minimal with monochromatic wrapping ideas from The Merrythought<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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32.<\/strong> These DIY embossed ornaments from Almost Makes Perfect<\/a> are made from a to-go container. Very clever use of materials, right?\u00a0<\/p>\n

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33.<\/strong> Have a 3D printer? Here\u2019s how to make 3D printed gift tags, from The Pretty Life Girls<\/a>.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s it for the ultimate gift wrapping guide, for now. But if you have any ideas to add, let me know in the comments. Happy holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa! ALL of the things!\u00a0No matter how you celebrate, I hope you have the happiest of days!<\/p>\n

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