Or if you have any old assignments or scrap paper lying around (which I somehow always seem to have) you can use those for DIY gift wrap! Just tape the papers together along the edges until you have a piece big enough to fit your present and wrap the same as you would any other present.

You could also use old newspapers that your parents or someone else may not need anymore.

Also, consider reusing old boxes you may have lying around — it’s cheaper than buying special gift boxes and they’re easier to recycle.

If you’re looking for more eco-friendly wrapping ideas, this site has a number of tips to help you wrap while being green.

Kraft Paper

This stuff is a crafter’s dream and that’s not just because it’s often made of recycled materials. It’s incredibly versatile and basically a blank canvas.

You can also get a big roll of this on Amazon for around 20 or so dollars. It’s also biodegradable.

General Wrapping Tips, Hacks, and Tricks

Okay, I did not realize wrapping a present diagonally is a thing, but it looks like this would be so much faster than traditional wrapping. I also think using a Pringles can is a really good idea for small or oddly shaped presents (although don’t forget to rinse it out first.)

This gift wrapping video is for anyone who, like me, struggles to get the perfect crease, or somehow ends up with a wonky corner on an otherwise perfectly wrapped present.

Watch this video and your presents will look perfect every time!

Some of these were covered in the first hack video, but I really liked the pull-tab idea. The accordion/creased folded present is also really cool looking. Also, double-sided tape is great for wrapping presents if you don’t want tape to show.