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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

Yeah, that new iron would look so much better gift wrapped.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

Yeah, that new iron would look so much better gift wrapped."

I leave it in the box to keep them guessing

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By *aughtyandhandsomeMan
over a year ago

button moon

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

I'll be arguing soon with a roll of sellotape so if no one hears from me for a few hours come find me as I'll probably be tangled up in a mass of the damn stuff

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

I'll be arguing soon with a roll of sellotape so if no one hears from me for a few hours come find me as I'll probably be tangled up in a mass of the damn stuff"

Is this a new form of bondage

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By *aughtyandhandsomeMan
over a year ago

button moon

Be a start if I could find the end of the tape on the roll. Biting finger nails does have disadvantages!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Why would you want me wrapped up?

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By *aughtyandhandsomeMan
over a year ago

button moon

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

I'll be arguing soon with a roll of sellotape so if no one hears from me for a few hours come find me as I'll probably be tangled up in a mass of the damn stuff

Is this a new form of bondage

It could be a new trend. I'm always up for trying new things!!

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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago

They are some beautiful gift bags and boxes out there

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

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By *ingle ex cuckMan
over a year ago

chester

is it acceptable to reply to a Xmas card with a Xmas text message?

I thought we are meant to be thinking of the environment

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By *aughtyandhandsomeMan
over a year ago

button moon

"Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

Didnt think anyone could wrap more badly than me. When wrapped sometimes a patch is needed to cover over the bit that didnt get covered first time!!

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By *hite1100Man
over a year ago

Hither Green

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

Gift bags are the way forward.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mrs phooey leaves most of the wrapping to me, apparently I’m a bit of a perfectionist

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

Didnt think anyone could wrap more badly than me. When wrapped sometimes a patch is needed to cover over the bit that didnt get covered first time!!

Let's just say I've accidentally stabbed myself with scissors on more than one occasion...

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"is it acceptable to reply to a Xmas card with a Xmas text message?

I thought we are meant to be thinking of the environment "

I only send cards to a couple of elderly relatives. The ones online get a donation to charity in my name and either a Facebook post or a text/email.

I think it's perfectly acceptable if it's a choice, not because you forgot!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wrap like a 3 year old.

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By *he Mac LassWoman
over a year ago

Hefty Hideaway

Wrapping is an art form that require patience and a steady hand. I have neither. Hats off to everyone that can manage it without it looking like the work of a 3 year old

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

Didnt think anyone could wrap more badly than me. When wrapped sometimes a patch is needed to cover over the bit that didnt get covered first time!!

I think it's got a little easier since they put a grid on the white side of the paper, helps cut in a straight line!

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By *he Mac LassWoman
over a year ago

Hefty Hideaway

"I wrap like a 3 year old."

I should read the last post before spouting my waffle

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By *aughtyandhandsomeMan
over a year ago

button moon

"Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

Didnt think anyone could wrap more badly than me. When wrapped sometimes a patch is needed to cover over the bit that didnt get covered first time!!

Let's just say I've accidentally stabbed myself with scissors on more than one occasion..."

That makes 2 of us then!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh no badley wrapped easy to open

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I declare that I am a present wrapping jedi.

Takes me ages to wrap the simpliest of boxes but when complete it is perfect. Even do the ribbons and bows and the twisted tassley thingy me jigs too !

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't mind wrapping presents and I am very neat. Wrapping nerd.....

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

I am good at wrapping, it is often commented on. I love doing the ribbons and trimmings too

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

One of the tools that is necessary is a proper i.e. weighted so it stays on the table, sellotape dispenser

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By *nSeeNMan
over a year ago

Z'ha'dum

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

We could just save the hassle and skip the gift altogether

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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago

"One of the tools that is necessary is a proper i.e. weighted so it stays on the table, sellotape dispenser

Absolutely essential!

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By *omewhatSlightlyDazedMan
over a year ago

Warwick Birmingham & YamYamLand

I prefer to wrap myself as it shows I've made the effort... my wraps not that crap is it?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Gift bags and money cards for those who want money. Problem solved.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I can wrap a present using only 3 pieces of tape.

This year I bought those sticky circle tabs, much easier.

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By *ingle ex cuckMan
over a year ago

chester

"is it acceptable to reply to a Xmas card with a Xmas text message?

I thought we are meant to be thinking of the environment

I only send cards to a couple of elderly relatives. The ones online get a donation to charity in my name and either a Facebook post or a text/email.

I think it's perfectly acceptable if it's a choice, not because you forgot!"
thanks that's a fair point and great idea too x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Now you tell me, all mine look like a portion of chips.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I have friends with whom we recycle gift bags. Don't write on the label, use it, get it back next year. Environmentally friendly!

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

I plan to start wrapping this afternoon too.

I enjoy wrapping (weird I know) and am a dab hand at it. Think I might need to buy some more tape though.

Nita

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

Didnt think anyone could wrap more badly than me. When wrapped sometimes a patch is needed to cover over the bit that didnt get covered first time!!

I think it's got a little easier since they put a grid on the white side of the paper, helps cut in a straight line!

I fold the last edge over so that it has a straight edge.

I love the grid though. Very useful when wrapping lots of presents all the same size. Cut lots of paper up ready then get wrapping.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have friends with whom we recycle gift bags. Don't write on the label, use it, get it back next year. Environmentally friendly! "

That's a great idea!!

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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago

"Just do what I do, wrap presents so badly that your sister snaps and demands she wraps all your presents every year!

Didnt think anyone could wrap more badly than me. When wrapped sometimes a patch is needed to cover over the bit that didnt get covered first time!!

I think it's got a little easier since they put a grid on the white side of the paper, helps cut in a straight line!

I fold the last edge over so that it has a straight edge.

I love the grid though. Very useful when wrapping lots of presents all the same size. Cut lots of paper up ready then get wrapping. "

I fold the last edge over as well. It’s got to be straight

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Top tips here! I almost always use brown paper and ribbon. Timeless classic and dads get away with stuff like that.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Top tips here! I almost always use brown paper and ribbon. Timeless classic and dads get away with stuff like that. "

Yeah, I'd probably get away with my crappy wrapping if I were a bloke. Apparently my vaginal means I should wrap like it's for a magazine. (snark not aimed at you, just in general)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

It's paper

to be ripped apart if you don't like the look of it give it back

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Kitchen foil, makes shiny wrapping paper, needs no tape, and can be reused for wrapping up uneaten dinner

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ladies a tip for you. When reversing, ask the man to do it, to save us all time.

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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago

"Top tips here! I almost always use brown paper and ribbon. Timeless classic and dads get away with stuff like that. "

Brown paper with sparkly twine and a pretty gift tag is lovely I think

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By *ea monkeyMan
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)

"Ladies a tip for you. When reversing, ask the man to do it, to save us all time. "

Sweeping generalisation based on assumed gender traits, I see what you did there

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By *omewhatSlightlyDazedMan
over a year ago

Warwick Birmingham & YamYamLand

"I have friends with whom we recycle gift bags. Don't write on the label, use it, get it back next year. Environmentally friendly!

That's a great idea!!

Done this for years, thought everybody knew lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What is this 'gifts off men' all about then.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"What is this 'gifts off men' all about then.

Haha!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Ladies a tip for you. When reversing, ask the man to do it, to save us all time. "

What is 'reversing'?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"What is this 'gifts off men' all about then.

I wondered the same.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

Can you get irons and George Forman grills gift wrapped these days ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I actually use a website that offers a service called “crap wrap” that gives it that hand wrapped touch!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just completed a marathon wrapping session. I am a wrapping god.

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By *itty9899Man
over a year ago

Craggy Island

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

If you can't do any of that, and still wish to give the love of your life present this Xmas ...Holiday tickets in a card are perfect.

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By *hubnwife_36dd_ukCouple
over a year ago

chester

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

The male half here OP: I can wrap gifts for England!

Don't know why people make such a fuss about it

The big secrets are:

Proper place to do the wrapping: flat surface (table/desk). Floor at a push but watch out for the dog/cat taking a shortcut. On your knee/the bed/on the bus etc are just wrapping accidents waiting to happen.

Enough paper (trying to pull two edges together because the wrap is 2mm too short ain;t going to work)

Try and box/pack/pad everything so you get rectangular parcel shapes where possible

Sharp scissors

Proper use of sticky tape: initially use very short 30mm bits just to tack the edges together. That way the damn thing doesn't unpack itself while you get the main length of tape on it.

Label as you go, esp if you're using same/similar paper or risk great gran getting that "rabbit" you were sending your mate as a surprise.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Instead of wrapping gifts badly- pay for the giftwrapping service!!

Or use gift bags if you are too lazy!

*Disclaimer- I use a lot of gift bags

The male half here OP: I can wrap gifts for England!

Don't know why people make such a fuss about it

The big secrets are:

Enough paper (trying to pull two edges together because the wrap is 2mm too short ain;t going to work)

Try and box/pack/pad everything so you get rectangular parcel shapes where possible

Sharp scissors

Proper use of sticky tape: initially use very short 30mm bits just to tack the edges together. That way the damn thing doesn't unpack itself while you get the main length of tape on it.

Label as you go, esp if you're using same/similar paper or risk great gran getting that "rabbit" you were sending your mate as a surprise."

Labels are a must!

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By *rtmarshMan
over a year ago

Stewarton

I've bought my wife a car, I'm only putting a bow on it is that ok?

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By *r TriomanMan
over a year ago

Chippenham Malmesbury area

As I usually wrap my gifts on Christmas Eve, the average life of the wrapping paper used is about 8 hours; I've always thought that this is such a waste.

Seriously thinking that this year, I should use old news papers; enviromental friendly.... and cheap

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've bought my wife a car, I'm only putting a bow on it is that ok? "

It should be wrapped or it spoils the surprise.

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By *rtmarshMan
over a year ago

Stewarton

"I've bought my wife a car, I'm only putting a bow on it is that ok?

It should be wrapped or it spoils the surprise.

I'll wrap the key

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