If you’re looking for clever ways to use up leftover wrapping paper, you’re going to love these wrapping paper crafts! So many good ideas.
Have you ever received a package or present wrapped in beautiful paper? Because I have. And guess what happens after you turn 40? You start folding up the beautiful papers and putting them in your stash to use for something.
And yes, I also save napkins, plastic forks, and ketchup packets too. I just can’t let good things go to waste!
With gift season on the way, you’re going to be dealing with a lot of wrapping paper. Instead of just crumpling up the paper and throwing it away, there are so many other things you can do with it.
Hence, I’ve put together this list of over 20 wrapping paper crafts!
You’ll see how I have personally, along with some other folks, reused our wrapping paper in craft projects. I used Mod Podge with mine, but you’ll also see a variety of craft supplies. I think you’re really going to like these ideas!
Before you scroll down to get the wrapping paper crafts, I do want to give you some tips that might help. Check these out:
Store on a Roll
If at all possible, store your wrapping paper on a roll (or roll it up) rather than folding. You can use a file folder for the smaller pieces. It’s easier to craft with paper that doesn’t have creases, because you will see them. Especially with Mod Podge.
Try Ironing
Sometimes wrapping paper gets wrinkled of course . . . so in that case, you can try to iron it. You would only do this with large pieces. Put a thin towel on top and use your iron on cotton. You can use steam if you want. Just don’t directly iron the paper.
You can also use the method outlined in our paper napkin decoupage article to attach thinner papers to Mod Podge. Make sure to check that out!
Mist the Paper
Mod Podging wrapping paper can be difficult if it’s thinner. In the first project below, the coat rack, I’ll show you how to mist the paper to make it damp so you can Mod Podge without wrinkles.
Wrapping paper can be used with paper cutters, die cutting machines, punches, and more. Get creative and don’t just be limited to what’s on this list!
Are you ready to dive into these ideas? They’re budget friendly and cute . . . and I want to let me know your favorite projects (or anything I haven’t thought of) in the comments! Enjoy.
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Cute Coat Rack with Mod Podge & Wrapping Paper
I used a pretty piece of wrapping paper leftover from my birthday to decorate this DIY coat rack – with a little bit of Mod Podge too!
This wrapping paper craft is great if you have lots of small scraps but not enough to make something with one pattern. Turn those scraps into wall art for unique decor!
Paper is great for bundling flowers! If you've got a little bit left on the roll, this is a great way to personalize flowers as a gift. Plus you can use this idea for any occasion.
Looking to make an envelope for a gift message or card? Wrapping paper is already pretty, so why not fold a few sheets into some cute envelopes! It's really easy.
Unless you have an incredible talent for cutting perfectly sized pieces of wrapping paper, chances are you’re creating a lot of scraps while beautifying your holiday present haul. Rather than toss out all that extra paper, use it to make an adorable (and easy!) garland.
Need some book covers? There's no reason to pay for them if you have cute wrapping paper on hand! These are even made with pockets. I'm not sure that they could get any better.
I don't know about you, but I love receiving gift cards for holidays. They always come in handy! But with a gift card, you want to do something at least a little bit special . . . make gift card holders out of wrapping paper so you can deliver them in style.
If you're on a budget but still want to decorate the holiday table with something interesting, you can make placemats out of wrapping paper! Great for whatever is left on the roll that isn't quite big enough to cover a gift.
You're going to love this focal point wreath created with wrapping paper! The process to make it is similar to a book page wreath, but this version is created with layered tubes of gift wrap.
This is the perfect thing to do with those little scraps of wrapping paper that are cute but just not large enough for an entire project. Or maybe your gift wrap is wrinkled . . . either way, turn it into confetti!
The back of a medicine cabinet is super boring, typically. Add a little pizazz with some gift wrap! You can do this with any kind of shelf, including a bookshelf.
What I love about these wrapping paper drawer liners is that you can adapt this to any drawer size, big or small! Or if you want to, you can even buy a whole roll and use it just for this purpose.
