"How to Wrap Gifts Cutely Using 'Wax Paper' Bought at 100 Yen Shops and 3COINS!"
2015.09.13 published
Do you know about "Wax Paper"?
"Wax paper" is a thin paper that has been treated with wax or paraffin to make it resistant to oil stains.* It can be easily purchased at 100 yen shops like Seria and Daiso, as well as at stores like coucou and 3 Coins.♩
➡ You can also purchase wax paper on Rakuten*
Wax paper wrapping is cute♡
This wax paper is originally known for cooking purposes like cooking paper, but it is also great as a wrapping material.♡ It's cute and can be obtained cheaply, so it's perfect for wrapping small gifts.
Summary of wrapping techniques using wax paper*
But how should you use it?? Here are some cute wrapping ideas using wax paper.♩
Idea 1*Square type♡
First, start with the simplest flat square shape.* If you use plain wax paper, the contents will be slightly visible, adding a stylish touch.♩ Sewing with a sewing machine to create a bag is also a wonderful idea.♡
Putting colorful items like marble chocolate or icing cookies inside makes it super cute.♡ Decorating the edges with masking tape gives it a pop finish.♩
An idea using different papers for the front and back. Using pretty colored or patterned paper on one side and wax paper on the other creates a wrapping bag that looks like one sold in a store.♡
Idea 2*Package style arrangement♡
The great thing about wax paper is that it allows you to wrap buttery treats like bread, cookies, and cakes without worrying about oils seeping out.♩
After wrapping with wax paper, decorating it tightly with colorful ribbons or strings results in a very cute package-like finish.♡
Idea 3*Make an envelope shape♡
Using wax paper as if it were origami, folding it into an envelope shape for wrapping creates an adorable and delightful little bag.♡ The red and white dots are just too cute.♩
If you stick a red heart seal on it, it looks like a love letter.♡ Inside the envelope, place heart-shaped cookies.♡ Guests will definitely be delighted to receive such a cute little gift.♩
Idea 4*Box type♡
By using glue or tape to assemble it into a box shape, you can create a three-dimensional BOX! You can put not only sweets but also soaps, bath salts, or accessories.♩
If you make it a type that opens in the middle, the excitement when opening it will double.♡ I'd love to give this as a gift to guests who come to the wedding.♩
Idea 5*Cone shape♡
Folding it into a triangular shape like an ice cream cone creates a unique and distinctive small gift.♡ The candies and caramels overflowing from the cone will spark joy.♡ It would also be great for flower shower cones.*
It's also good for wrapping flowers.♩ If you have cute wax paper prepared for guests to take home flowers used at the reception, they will surely think, "What a considerate person!" ♡
[Ways to use wax paper] There are many arrangements available♡
Wax paper can be used not only for wrapping but also for decorating the ceremony venue.♩ You can color the wax paper or cut it into your favorite shapes and thread them together to create a garland.♡
Lots of swaying hearts look very cute.♡ It will surely create a venue filled with love.*
You can also make flowers using wax paper.♩ Large, fluffy flowers will stand out beautifully when placed on guest tables.♡
By placing pressed flowers between two sheets of translucent wax paper and using an iron, you can transform it into a very stylish pressed flower pattern wax paper.♡ If you can't find your favorite design, making your own original patterned wax paper is also an option.*
The method of arrangement is up to you♡
I introduced some wrapping ideas using wax paper.♩ It's cute, easy to buy anywhere, and the ways to arrange it are endless! I want to have multiple types of patterned wax paper.♡
Let's complete a cute little gift with original wrapping using your favorite wax paper and convey your gratitude to your guests.♩
➡ You can also purchase wax paper on Rakuten*