Gift Wrapping Hacks So Good, Even Santa's Elves Will Be Impressed

Looking for a way to add a touch of sparkle to your gifts this season? This tutorial will show you how to inexpensively transform plain paper into modern gift wrap. With just a few simple tools, you'll be ready to get started. The gold polka-dot pattern is just so pretty and effortless to make that it might just become your go-to gift wrap for every occasion.

Use regular sheets of white tissue paper or upcycle a brown paper bag into this chic printed wrapping paper that makes any gift just a little more special. And you only need a couple of basic materials for crafting this pretty paper. Make it even better by tailoring the paper around the special event or holiday by using colors that coordinate.

Get everything you need from the dollar store to make these salt-dough gift tags that hardly look homemade. This recipe also creates cute holiday ornaments that are so chic. Make on your own, or gather your gal pals for a fun night of getting crafty. You can even make these with your nieces and nephews!

Make homemade bows for your gifts that will leave everyone wondering if you had your packages wrapped by a professional. And these pretty present toppers are so easy to make!

If you're terrible at wrapping presents, trust us — you're not alone. Take away the stress and follow these no-fail directions for presents that look like they've been packaged by a pro.