Happy Hanukkah, friends! Today's tip is something you can use year-round, but is especially appropriate for the holidays.
This time of year, stores are chock-full of seasonally-themed holiday gift wrap. While I understand the convenience of picking up a three-pack of holiday themed paper and some curly ribbon, it's a bit pedestrian, isn't it? (*Besides, you wouldn't be reading this if themed paper and curly ribbon were good enough for your prezzies anyway!)
Last words on the three-pack stuff: skip it. It looks cheap and your gifts deserve better. Santa-and snowmen-themed papers are the giftwrapping equivalent of holiday sweaters with little jingle bell applique. You know the ones I'm talking about.
Take this little number, for example. This wrap has enough of the traditional colors to associate it with Hannukah, but it doesn't hit you over the head with Menorahs, dreidels, and stars. The result is sophisticated and elegant.
The key to getting this very pulled-together look takes a page from one of my favorite shows, What Not to Wear. Whether you're dressing yourself or your gift, any fabulous ensemble incorporates color, texture, pattern, and shine. (More on those important elements in a future post.)
Since this is a somewhat technical project, I'll post a how-to video soon. Until then, give pretty!
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