10 Colorful Hand Painted Wrapping Paper Ideas
10 DIY GIFT WRAP IDEAS
By Jennie Lennick
10 Colorful Hand Painted Wrapping Paper Tutorials
I've scoured the internet to find the most uncomplicated and colorful DIY wrapping paper ideas to bring your gift wrap game to the next level. Spend a relaxing evening painting a bunch of wrapping paper, so you're ready to wrap any gift at any time! You will be surprised how easy and fun it is to create your own!
1. Block Printed Wrapping Paper
Block printing is a simple way to get started with printmaking! It's easy to do at home, and you don't need any special equipment, just a few tools, some ink, and whatever you'd like to print on!
I wrote this blog specifically about printing on fabric, but you can use the techniques discussed to print on paper.
2. High Contrast Gift Wrap
Go bold with high contrast colors! I love the look of this black wrapping paper with colorful painted accents. Get the DIY at Lay Baby Lay.
3. Pretty Pastel Paper
Pastels are pretty any time of the year. Play around with different color combos for a unique look. Need some inspiration? I love the gift wrap they created over at Oh Happy Day.
4. Splatter Painted Gift Wrap
Splatter painting is so fun but super messy! I got a bunch of paint on my wall! Make sure you protect your work surface with a table cloth or tarp for this technique.
5. Print Quickly with Roller Stamping
Want to print a lot in a short amount of time? Try roller stamping! This simple tutorial from Handmade Charlotte is excellent. I love how she used a lint roller to create her stamp!
Want to print a lot in a short amount of time? Try roller stamping! This simple tutorial from Handmade Charlotte is excellent. I love how she used a lint roller to create her stamp!
6. Mixed Media Wrapping Paper
Why stick to one medium when you can have them all! Create beautifully layered gift wrap with watercolor paints, tempera paint, and stamping. This inspiring tutorial from Art Bar is terrific.
7. Spray Painted Paper
If you have the space and the ventilation, spray painting is a fun way to paint large amounts of paper at once. This tutorial from Pretty Life Girls outlines a couple of different ways to paint your paper with spray paint.
8. Paint With Stencils
Easily create bold prints on your wrapping paper with handmade or store-bought stencils! This tutorial from Made to Be a Momma shows you how to do it!
9. Watercolor Gift Bags
Watercolor some glassine bags for little gifts! They look adorable when dolled up with watercolor. Check out the simple tutorial from Say Yes.
10. Minimal Hand Painted Paper
Simple painting can make a significant impact! I painted long straight lines in a few different colors across my paper for my design. The composition only took a few minutes to complete, but I love how it looks! Check out my DIY here!
More Craft Tutorials to Get in The Holiday Spirit
Want to learn more about painting and printmaking? Check out these tutorials!
Did you try any of these wrapping paper ideas? Share your experience in the comments!
JENNIE LENNICK
Designer, entrepreneur, and lover of crafts! Boss Lady at Jenny Lemons in San Francisco
Comments
Iris said:
I loved the idea of using a lint roller like a roller stamping!
I’m thinking of trying it.
thanks for sharing!