The Gift Wrapping Book: Over 150 Ideas for All Occasions by Caroline Birkett (Author)Gift wrapping, according to former textile designer Birkett, is a feat to be accomplished and then admired. Her instructions include those both nimble and not and range from covering a basic box to fashioning crackers for all occasions. There is something for everyone in these 150-plus different projects. Each runs about a page or two with minimal directions, large color photographs, and occasional tips on best/alternate methods. Some of the more unusual ideas: a rose-embellished bow, an origami box, a paper fan bow, and woven paper baskets, among others. At the end are the basics: materials, tools, and the five fundamental techniques (measuring, transferring, scoring, folding, and cutting). This handy how-to will leave gift givers rapt with pleasure.
This book provides readers with hundreds of inspirational ideas and techniques that ensure their wrappings are as special as the gifts inside. Detailed instructions show how to make individual boxes and bags to accommodate awkward shapes, plus solutions galore for tricky wrapping problems.
Readers will also find advice and suggestions for perfect finishing touches, from tags and tassels to paper flowers. Step-by-step photography ensures every project is easy to follow, with gorgeous pictures of the finished wrapping.
Caroline Birkett trained as a textile designer. She spent several years designing luxury knitwear collections and new products with a large ribbon manufacturer. After turning her talents to designing and writing craft projects, she's brought her flair for combining colors, patterns and textures to the medium of paper.
Book Details
- Paperback: 112 pages
- Publisher: David & Charles Publishers (October 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 071531453X
- ISBN-13: 978-0715314531
- Book Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches