[WRAP] PACKAGE 001
I have a slight obsession when it comes to pretty packaging. I am one of those people that think the outside is just as important as the inside when it comes to gift giving. I favor minimal + modern packaging and often try to make use of materials I have in my studio. So I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite packaging ideas every week.
{Photograph by Sally J Shim}
For Package 001 I wrapped a children's book [for one of our favorite 2-year-old friends] in kraft paper. Kraft paper makes a wonderful blank canvas for packaging. I cut a scrap of fabric approximately 0.5" x 1.5", applied a spritz of spray starch on it [to make it a little stiff], ironed it and then ran it through my Xyron sticker machine [you could also use craft glue]. I peeled the sticker backing off the fabric and wrapped it around a toothpick. I made a few snips with my small sewing scissors and voila, a cute little fabric flag. I then carefully made a few slits on the package using an Xacto knife and slipped the fabric flag through the slits. The fabric flags are super versatile and can also be re-used as a cupcake or pancake topper.
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Reader Comments (16)
So so clever!! I just love it!
This is a great series, sally!
you are the package queen:)
I love this! Can't wait to see more. And I'd never heard of a sticker machine. Too much fun. :)
Very cute and look forward to seeing more! :)
So pleased to find your wonderful blog!
This looks so pretty, Sally! I'm on my way to a baby shower in a few hours, and I think I'll copy this idea. :)
JOKE // Thank you, sweet friend!
JENNA // Thanks! I'm really excited for this series!
MARTHA // Ha! I like that title! :)
FARMGIRL SUSAN // You have to get a sticker machine, especially if you have little ones. Hours of fun!
MICHELLE // Thank you!
WILL // Thanks for stopping by!
ANNA // You should! So fun + easy!
Nice idea! I think I'll steal it :)
I like this! I love the idea for using as cupcake toppers!
So sweet! I love how you inspire.
CANAN // :)
JOYCE // They are so fun as food toppers!
HOLLY // Thanks!!
Beautifully wrapped!
I think that this is a great and cheap idea. To companies or enterprises that have to deliver documents, they can use this kind of Package.
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this is so cute! i had a go myself on some favour bags i love how they turned out, pictures here http://abimakes.blogspot.co.uk/2012/03/flag-bags.html