Find the best Christmas gift wrapping paper and supplies while supporting small businesses! And get tips for keeping your Christmas gift wrapping stress-free this year.
I enjoy wrapping gifts. Turning on a Christmas movie, making a cup of hot chocolate, and wrapping gifts while thinking about how they will bring joy to a loved one warms my heart.
If the holiday season gets too busy, though, it’s easy for wrapping gifts to be stressful instead of a fun experience.
This post aims to guide you through making gift wrapping less stressful and maybe even enjoyable.
Essential Christmas Gift Wrapping Supplies
Quality Wrapping Paper
When possible using good quality wrapping paper can make a big difference in how a gift looks. You can also often reuse it if you want to save big pieces for the next year.
Various Types of Gift Bags
Gift bags can make it easier to wrap anything, but especially the weirdly shaped objects. My family uses a lot of gift bags because we like to save them and pass them back and forth each year. This saves us money and creates less waste. It’s also fun to see the same bags passed around. Reusable gift bags are also a great idea and something I use for my immediate family.
Ribbon and Bows
Elevate your presents with an assortment of ribbons and bows. Mix and match colors and styles to add a personalized touch and create eye-catching designs. Self-adhesive bows are a great, easy option. I save ribbons that come on different things throughout the year and from other gifts. I have quite a collection built up each year.
Gift Tags and Labels
Ensure your gifts are personalized and easily identifiable with the addition of gift tags or labels. This adds a thoughtful touch and prevents any mix-ups. A little tip, for my husband and my parents, the way we know the difference between our sets of parents is that I put my name first on my parents and his on his parents.
If you need to remember what gifts are what, use different gift tags and make yourself notes of which tag is which gift.
Tape and Adhesive Options
I like to mostly use just normal tape, but sometimes festive washi tape can be fun, and double-sided tape can also be helpful.
Scissors and Cutting Tools
A good pair of scissors is a must. There are also other great tools that you may find helpful. The Container Store has a really great selection of gift wrapping cutting tools.
The Best Christmas Gift Wrapping Paper and Supplies
The first step is to pick out your Christmas gift-wrapping paper and other supplies. There are so many options out there but these are some of the great options to get started. And many of these items come from The Stress-Free Christmas Market and are small businesses.
Reusable Gift Bags
Reusable gift bags look amazing and are a great way to reduce waste. There are many styles and sizes to choose from.
Swig Christmas Plaid Reusable Gift Bag
This is another fun reusable gift bag option. It comes in a few colors.
Pride Flag Snowflake Wrapping Paper
This is a fun and pretty wrapping paper you can use all winter long.
Beautiful Vintage Christmas Wrapping Paper
Etsy is a great place to search for wrapping paper, like this beautiful vintage Christmas wrapping paper.
Nutcracker Gift Bags
You can also find cute Christmas gift bags like these from Etsy.
Classic Santa Assorted Christmas Wrapping Paper
Hallmark is another great place to find Christmas wrapping paper and gift bags. When possible, shop at your local Hallmark store.
Christmas Wrapping Supplies
Don't forget the other wrapping supplies you will need. You don't want to go to start wrapping only to find you are missing things you need.
Free Printable Christmas Gift Tags
We have some cute free printable gift tags you can use on your gifts this year.
Santa Stamp Sticker
This sticker is perfect for any gifts from Santa.
Holiday Cards
This market vendor has some beautiful holiday cards to include with gifts.
Handmade Christmas Card
Here is another great Christmas card option to include with your gift.
Wired Satin Reversible Ribbon
A ribbon is always a nice touch on a gift.
Gift Wrapping Paper Cutter
Especially if you have a lot of gifts to wrap this year, this tool can be helpful.
Curling Ribbon
Curling ribbon is always a fun and festive touch for a gift.
Christmas Tissue Paper
If you are using gift bags, you will want to pick up some tissue paper.
Christmas Bows
An easy way to decorate a Christmas gift is with some classic stick-on Christmas bows.
Tips for Stress-Free Gift Wrapping
Setting Up a Designated Gift Wrapping Station
Dedicate a specific area in your home as a gift-wrapping station. Having all your supplies in one place eliminates the need to search for items, streamlining the wrapping process.
Planning and Organizing Supplies in Advance
Avoid the holiday rush by planning your gift wrapping well in advance. Take inventory of your wrapping supplies and make a list of any items you need to replenish. The Ultimate Christmas Planner can help with this task.
Streamlining the Process to Avoid Last-Minute Stress
If you get overwhelmed by gift wrapping, wrap each gift as it comes in. If you enjoy it, plan a night to watch a movie and sip on hot chocolate while wrapping everything.
Involving Family or Friends in a Festive Wrapping Session
Turn gift wrapping into a joyful activity by involving family or friends. Host a wrapping party complete with festive music, snacks, and shared laughter. It not only makes the task more enjoyable but also creates cherished holiday memories.
If you simply don’t enjoy gift wrapping or are running out of time, don’t worry! Throw things in gift bags, and everyone will still be happy. Do what works for you.
More Christmas Posts You Will Enjoy
Want more Christmas tips to help you have a magical Christmas? Here are some you may enjoy.
- The Best Last-Minute Christmas Gifts
- How to Have a Great Christmas on a Budget
- Ways to Celebrate Christmas Using Free Library Resources
- Free Christmas Gift Ideas
And don’t forget to finish up your Christmas shopping at The Stress-Free Christmas Market. It’s a virtual Christmas Market open now through Christmas.
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