Quick and Easy Enchanting Gifts Wrapping 149 Items
Wrapping gifts is not just a holiday affair. Bringing a bottle of wine tied up with cloth or a potted plant carefully wrapped and tied with a bow can make an ordinary hostess gift extraordinary. Yoshiko Hase is a leading expert on gift-wrapping and ribbon art in Japan, and in her new book, The Book of Gift-Wrapping, she presents her most creative solutions for packages of all sizes.The Book of Gift Wrapping features step-by-step instructions through photos of how to wrap various shapes and sizes of gifts including bottles, pot plants, fruit, and even umbrellas. It illustrates everything, from paper selection to the best finishing touches. "First, wrap the box precisely, adjusting the size and the shape. Finish with a ribbon with tender touch, and you can imagine the delight of the recipient."