![]() Just cut a piece of paper from your roll and tape to the top of your counter or table. Our empty Oui by Yoplait) containers would have gone straight to the recycling bin otherwise, but canning jars, condiment jars and even the openings of glass soda bottles would work, too. Metallic gold acrylic craft paint ($2.49).1 roll of kraft postal wrapping paper ($5.49).We decorated a roll of plain brown wrapping paper, because after all, what’s more delightful at the holidays than “brown paper packages tied up with string”? And if you’re feeling extra thrifty, you could even take apart paper grocery bags and decorate on the reverse side. Instead of spending $10 per roll on fancy wrapping paper, DIY your own stamped design for pennies per foot. That makes your gifts look coordinated, which automatically translates to put-together and designer. Here’s our #1 tip for expensive-looking wrapping paper: it doesn’t matter what kind you use as long as you use the same kind every time. Wrap a stack of cookies in parchment or tissue paper, tie at the top, and nestle inside the can.įinal cost: $0.99/roll for washi tape (on sale at Joann, not available online) Carefully cover the inside metal edgeof the can with heavy duty tape to prevent cuts. To make: Remove the label and wash and dry the can inside and out. Especially with some tissue paper or washi tape, they’re festive (not to mention extremely durable). Idea #2: Cookie CanistersĮmpty cans are surprisingly great for giving cookies. Cover with plastic wrap or tissue paper, and seal with twine or rubber bands. To make: Carefully peel off the label and thoroughly wash and dry the jar. And they fit a stack of mini cookies so perfectly, you’ll think they were made just to do it. Twine, ribbon or washi tape, for decoratingįill empty glass jars from your kitchen with homemade candy, snack mix, nuts-you name it.Plastic cling wrap, parchment and/or tissue paper.Empty cans and glass jars (we used these).After all, you’re reusing the packaging from groceries you already paid for, and that was headed for the recycling bin anyway. We particularly love these ideas because there’s little or no cost involved. If you know you’ll be giving the gift of snacks this year, start holding on to empty jars and cans now. Don’t shell out for special treat boxes and bags. ![]()
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