Fabric wrapping paper

Reusable fabric gift wrap is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional wrapping paper. It's also beautiful and easy to make!

...and thank goodness.

Do you have an over abundance of fabric scraps that you are holding on to, “just in case”? Cintia from My Poppet was doing just that, and then she came up with the clever idea of turning her scraps into pretty twine. You can find the simple tutorial below. Scrap fabric strips in assorted lengths (max 1″ wide) Something to wind your twine on to Scissors For more pictures and the full tutorial, head over to My Poppet.

The most wonderful time of the year is unfortunately also one of the most wasteful. I’m a strong believer using what you already have and in reusing materials whenever possible, so each year I splurge on a couple sheets of printed wrapping paper (typically hand illustrated from an artist or small shop) and wrap the

— Learn how easy it is to make a reusable fabric gift wrap (furoshiki) —

Give a holiday present with an extra special touch.

Thought we'd five furoshiki a try with fabric gift wrap that's actually a shibori dyed napkin! Such a good gift idea!

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A well wrapped gift is always received with pleasure. Learn the art of Furoshiki, a Japanese method of wrapping gifts in fabric, in this Modern Wedding DIY tutorial. Your wrapping may soon outshine the gift.

There has been a baby boom at my son’s preschool lately. A total of 4 families has welcomed or will welcome new additions to their families. One of my son’s good friend will soon becom…