How to wrap presents like a professional – by Jane Means, the ‘gift wrapping queen’
Whether it’s a standard box or a tricky shape, our expert’s step-by-step guides will show you how to create the perfect package
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Nothing elevates a present like beautiful wrapping; and when it comes to achieving a professional-level finish, who better to turn to for advice than one of the UK’s leading gift-wrapping experts.
When Jane Means started her own gift-wrapping business 31 years ago after spotting a gap in the market for such a service, it was an art that was rather undervalued in the UK. Now, she employs a team of 20 and offers gift-wrapping courses online and in person. She has also wrapped for the royal household and a host of luxury brands including Dior, Ralph Lauren and Tiffany and has launched her own line in wrapping paper, ribbons, tags and tape.
Jane’s signature pleats and ‘kimono’ wraps take gift-giving to the next level but are not too hard, if you know the secret moves. Jane shares one or two of them below.
You will need:
- Good-quality paper
- Tissue paper
- Scissors
- Double-sided tape
- Ribbons
Kimono wrapping
Fan pleat wrapping
Circular pleated wrapping
How to make a triangular box for small gifts
How to wrap awkwardly shaped presents
Last year, Jane shared the secrets to wrapping those fiddly-shaped gifts we always have trouble with. These were filmed at Christmas – hence the festive touches.
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