Add a bow for the finishing touch that will beautify your gift, but always make it separately. Never try to tie the bow from the same piece of ribbon you’re tying up the box with. Tie the finished bow to …[Continue]
Two Ribbon Bows
Open a pair of scissors or use a kitchen knife to pull narrow ribbed ribbon into colorful curls. Do it either of two ways. Curl a yard or two, then gather it into casual loops and tie to the package; …[Continue]
Poinsettia Bow
For a poinsettia bow, cut three red petals from crisp ribbon. Make one of each of these three sizes: 3 inch, 21/2 inch, and 2 inch. Arrange petals one on top of another, with the largest on the bottom. Tie …[Continue]
Gift Wrap Organizer
One helpful tip is to keep all your wrapping materials together, throughout the year. Have a drawer or shelf or box that’s handy, and stow them away. Get together a supply of paper, ribbons, tape, tissue, and gift cards (plus …[Continue]
