How to Perfectly Wrap a Present

Gather Your Materials

The right materials make a huge difference in painless present-wrapping. While the tradition lends itself to endless variations, the basic materials are:

• Paper. Select a medium-weight gift wrap in a sheet large enough to cover the item, plus a few extra inches to spare.

• Scissors. Sharp blades allow you slice the paper in one sweeping movement. If possible, use long paper shears for the most precise cut.

• Tape. Transparent tape with a matte finish “disappears” when you apply it.

• Ribbon. You’ll need enough ribbon to wrap around your gift length- and width-wise, plus additional inches to make a bow.

• A gift box. If your gift isn’t already in a box, consider putting it inside one to make it easier to wrap.

For detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to perfectly wrap a gift, read our complete article.

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