Wrap it up

This year I'm wrapping up my presents and shipping them back home so they can safely rest under my family's Christmas tree, rather than make my luggage that much heavier. I like to take my time picking the perfect paper, color coordinating the adornments, and finishing everything off with embellished handwriting. Of course, it's a little over the top, but with the array of vibrant colors and fun additions to choose from, I really can't help myself. Since shipping these meant I couldn't go overboard, I chose three simple elements to work into each package, gift wrap, a tissue paper cumberbun, and ribbon. Add a simple tag and the goods were perfectly adorned for their temporary FedEx homes.



To make the tissue paper cumberbun, start with the shiny side of the paper facing up and pinch both ends of the paper a few inches from the bottom. Fold the strip slightly above the edge of the paper. Pinch another strip slightly above your fold and repeat. Continue until sheet is completely folded.