
Brown paper wrapping is a timeless and eco-friendly way to gift wrap, and it's perfect for birthdays. You can create a unique and personalized look with just a few simple supplies.
Brown paper comes in various textures and shades, from rough kraft paper to smooth brown paper. Choose a texture that complements your gift and the birthday person's style.
To add a personal touch, you can use a handwritten message or the birthday person's name in a decorative font. This adds a thoughtful and intimate feel to the gift.
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Gift Wrapping Ideas
Brown paper wrapping is a great option for birthday gifts because it's eco-friendly, readily available, and inexpensive. You can find inexpensive brown boxes at Amazon, Marshalls, or Homegoods that don't even need to be wrapped.
Brown paper can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion, and it's a great canvas for creative gift wrapping. To add some personality to your brown paper wrapping, consider using washi tape, stencils, or even buttons. These supplies can be bought in various colors, themes, and sizes to match your gift-giving style.
If you're looking for some inspiration, check out the creative gift wrap ideas using simple brown paper. Some popular ideas include adding dried fruit, book pages, or polka dots to your wrapping. You can also use brown paper lunch bags or make your own gift bags using wrapping paper.
Here are some specific ideas to get you started:
- Use washi tape in any color or theme to add a pop of color to your wrapping.
- Try stenciling a design onto your gift using a stencil paste and dry brush.
- Add some texture with buttons or other embellishments.
- Use a Snowflake Stencil for a quick and easy design.
- Make your own gift bags using wrapping paper and brown paper.
Remember, the key to creative gift wrapping is to have fun and experiment with different ideas and supplies. With a little creativity, you can turn a simple piece of brown paper into a beautiful and unique gift wrap.
Wrapping Techniques
You can create a unique and personalized look by using different folding techniques.
A simple fold is achieved by folding the paper in half lengthwise and then in half again, creating a compact and neat package.
To create a more elaborate design, try using a accordion fold, where you fold the paper in a zig-zag pattern, creating a textured look.
You can also add a decorative touch by folding the paper into a fan shape and securing it with a ribbon or twine.
A crisp crease is essential to achieve a sharp fold, so make sure to iron the paper before folding it.
Gift Wrap Ideas

Brown paper is a great option for gift wrapping because of its simplicity and versatility. It can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion and can be used for any type of gift.
Brown paper is eco-friendly and inexpensive, making it a great choice for those looking to reduce their environmental impact. You can find inexpensive brown boxes at Amazon, Marshalls, or Homegoods that don’t even need to be wrapped.
To decorate your Kraft brown paper wrapping, you can use washi tape, which comes in any color, theme, or size. You can even buy Star Wars washi tape and hot cocoa washi tape.
Stencils are another great way to add a design to your gift wrapping. They come in every size and theme, and shape, and can be reused. One popular stencil is the humble Snowflake Stencil, which is perfect for adding a quick design.
If you're looking for some inspiration, here are some creative gift wrap ideas using simple brown paper:
- Love this pretty option from Seeking Lavender Lane, which uses dried fruit and book pages.
- Almost every year, brown paper is combined with some sort of pattern under the tree, like gold polka dots, terra cotta rag ribbon, and brown satin ribbon.
- You can also use brown lunch bags as a creative gift wrap idea, like See and Savor did.
- My friend Annie from Most Lovely Things is a creative genius when it comes to minimalism, and can take simple brown paper and make it fabulous.
- Tulip and Sage's clever mix of caramel yarn, charcoal & white paper elevates the simple brown paper.
Here are some more amazing gift wrap ideas using brown paper:
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- Paketinslagning med knappar –Gift wrapping with buttons |
- Stenciling DIY Gift Wrap
- DIY Gift Wrap for Christmas, the Easy Way! – Mod Podge Rocks
- How To DIY Christmas Gift Wrap | Craft Passion
- How To: Make Typographic Gift Wrap – ManMadeDIY
- Reindeer DIY Christmas Wrapping Paper | Skip To My Lou
- Glitter-Dipped Gift Tags – the thinking closet
- Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas Using Kraft Paper – Southern Couture
Gift Bag Ideas

Making your own gift bags is a great idea, especially when you team wrapping paper with brown paper. You can find step-by-step tutorials on DesignerTrapped.com or APieceOfRainbow.com for a perfect guide.
Using brown paper is a firm favourite in my own wrapping, and it's a great choice to pair with wrapping paper for a unique look.
Brown paper is naturally a more solid paper, making it a great base for your gift bag.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you wrap a gift in a unique way?
To create a unique gift wrap, fold the paper in a creative way and secure it with scotch tape, adding a finished touch to your gift. This simple technique can add a personal and elegant touch to your gift-giving.
Sources
- https://everydaylaura.com/2019/09/18/birthday-gift-wrap-ideas-with-kraft-paper/
- https://cindyhattersleydesign.com/12-creative-gift-wrap-ideas-using-simple-brown-paper/
- https://organisemyhouse.com/present-wrapping-ideas/
- https://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/25-amazing-gift-wrap-ideas-for-brown-paper/
- https://www.idealhome.co.uk/christmas-ideas/brown-paper-wrapping-ideas-240338
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