Trendy wrapping paper is the MOST FUN!
I feel like I’m jumping on this topic a wee bit late considering how close the holidays actually are – holy moly! But thankfully there are birthdays, anniversaries, babies showing up, and all sorts of other reasons to wrap what you wanna wrap. And those reasons give new reasons to gather your favorite trendy wrapping paper finds for the season!
I have a little bit of a reputation… I tend to wrap gifts like a mother. a serious mother.
Last year I even took some fabric samples with my designs on them and wrapped up some gifts with that… But this post is about wrapping paper. So I’ll carry on…
When wrapping gifts, I like to do a lot of “the things.” Starting with nice crisp lines on my paper folds and a good clear tape… I like to use ribbons, organic little doo dads, small treasures, and custom gift tags.
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wanted to print Christmas wrapping paper with my own art on it, and honestly, I never actually have. But as digital printing expands, maybe this will be my year to try… For now, let’s jump into the very heart of a graphic designer’s dream and talk about some pre-designed wrapping papers that will absolutely elevate your gift giving game.
3 awesome trendy wrapping paper retailers who sell online
Things have gotten so fun in recent years when it comes to finding really cool or pretty wrapping papers. I wish every gift I wrapped was adorned in a very perfect hand picked paper – but even if they’re dressed in a wrapping paper from the dollar store, I love to make every gift feel fabulous.
And if budget permits, I really do love starting with a glorious pattern! The following three companies all have wrapping paper available for order – some in rolls, and some in sheets. Browser beware – once you click through, it’ll be hard to not buy some of these lovely works of art.
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Rifle Paper Company
These wrapping rolls from Rifle Paper Company are all pretty special. Some of those larger florals would be awesome on a big chunky gift… There are a few really great patterns to choose from. They’re a little spendy, but honestly, not that much more than TJ Maxx..
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Aspen & Arlo
Another retailer that does high quality wrapping paper prints is Aspen & Arlo. These pretty prints range from traditional holiday watercolors to these cute graphic little ditties. There are more traditional painterly designs with this company, and a great variety of occasions to wrap home about.
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Maisonette
Okay, get ready for some delicious eye candy with this double sided super gorgeous graphical fantastical wrapping paper from Maisonette. Bright beautiful colors, beyond-fabulous graphics – and double sided! I am definitely going to treat myself to a few sheets of this luxurious paper this holiday season. It may even induce a few welcome eye-gasms..
If you’re wrapping a whole slew of gifts and want to bring some of these graphic wonders into the mix, you can stretch your dollars further if you mix in a few simple wrapping paper options like plain brown paper, newspaper, super cheap wrapping printed papers, fabrics, the works.
Throw some pretty ribbons and strings out there and you have everything you need to make a totally magical pile o’ presents.
I hope this quick delve into the artistic side of gift giving was as good for you as it was for me. May the gift adorning force be with you – whether you’re a pro at diy wrapping paper or would rather stick to brown paper. Just remember to get personal – a few hand drawn hearts on that brown paper can make a one-of-a-kind wonder.
Merriest of wishes to you!
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