easy snowflake gift wrapping

This week you will be seeing a bunch of pretty gift wrap ideas for your holiday presents here on Circus Berry.  Today, it is all about simple.  So, do you want to dress up a present with practically no effort at all?

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Here is what you do.  Grab a roll of solid wrapping paper.  Buy a package of snowflake ornaments (I got mine at Home Depot…less than 3 dollars for a package of twenty).  Then grab some thin silk ribbon in a coordinating color.  Oh, and don’t forget your simple circle tag.

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Wrap your present all neat.  Put a snowflake in the middle…or the side, or the corner.  Wrap the ribbon around a couple of times and finish with a square knot.

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Then stick your tag under some of the ribbon.

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Isn’t that so simple and pretty?

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If you are unfamiliar with a square knot or how to tie one, check out the “How to Tie a Knot” tutorial on Paper Source.  You will have it in no time!

Happy Wrapping!

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gift wrap inspiration: 10 ways to pretty your presents

Last weekend I had the great opportunity to work with Tiny Prints on a little gift-wrap party at my house. I will be sharing the event and all of the details this week, along with some great gift wrap ideas courtesy of a few fabulous and talented contributors. To kick off this week of wrap, I thought I’d share some ideas to get you inspired.

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Check it out some of these fun ways to pretty your presents!

fabric scrap wrap

Use scrap fabrics around plain paper for a fun ribbon substitute. (via C.R.A.F.T.)

lowes gift wrap

Make a trip to the hardware store for some clever gift trim. (via Lowes)

paper embelished gift wrap

I love all of these ways to add paper embellishments to gifts! (via Damask Love)

white wrapping ideas

Don’t be afraid to be elaborate…or monochromatic.  These would be perfect for your White Christmas. (via Style Me Pretty)

washi wrap

I love washi tape and love the way these gifts turned out…so many possibilities! (via The Sweetest Occasion)

rustic gift wrap

Plain kraft paper doesn’t look so plain anymore when decorated with some adhesive card stock. (via I Dig Pinterest)

Let’s not forget the impact of some flashy gift tags…

chalkboard gift tags

Tags, wrapping paper, and sign printable via The Creativity Exchange

printable gift tag

Printable gift tags via Elegance & Enchantment

coaster tags

Monogram coaster and ornament printables via Tatertots & Jello

Lastly, check out all of the ways you can tie a bow…

handmade bows

there are 25 of them on A Subtle Revelry.

Aren’t all of these beautiful?  I hope you found some inspiration for your own gifts.  Stay tuned this week for more gift wrap fun!

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white felt & feather wreath

Do you want to add a little sparkle to your holiday decor? Maybe a little glam?  This holiday wreath accomplishes both, is easy enough to make, and I am happy to say, can outlast most of the other Christmas decor.  Let’s face it, the snow is here until May (if you live in Upstate NY), so a bit of fun and sparkle might get rid of those mid-winter blues.  Indeed!

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First cut out several leaf shapes from white felt, no template needed.  Cut out lots.  And if you need more as you go, cut out more.  That’s what I did.

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Hot glue them on a wreath form, around and around until it is covered.  Here’s a little hint, work in the same direction going around…

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Wrap a little section with some super-glittery ribbon and tuck in some feathers.  I got this ribbon at Walmart where the Christmas gift wrap is.  I also got gold, because, why not?

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Hang it up where you want some shine.

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Should I repeat the process with that fabulous gold ribbon?  Maybe?
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mini succulent planter {diy}

Happy Saturday.  Today I have a pretty mini succulent planter DIY for you that is so versatile…you can use it as a place card holder for your elegant dinner, scatter them as a centerpiece, use it as a tiny favor, or give it as a gift.  For me, I wanted to give a little token to the kids’ teachers for Thanksgiving and really liked the idea of this little gem.  It was easy to put together, didn’t break the bank, and let’s face it…how hard is it to care for a succulent, right?

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I bought the votive holders at JoAnn’s using a coupon, which totaled up to about 50 cents per holder.  In most cases, you can grab these for a buck.  The rest was some craft paint, Sharpies, and the plants.  Each plant at Home Depot came with 3 to 4 in a pot.  You just gently break them up at the roots and that’s that!

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They are like tiny little treasures, and really, I am happy to give a non-food item before all of the crazy holiday eating starts (or continues).  Have a great weekend!

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