Gift Wrap: Reusing Plain Kraft Boxes

christmas gift wrap // #anastasiamariecards

Plain kraft gift boxes are something I reuse every year for Christmas. I have a different gift wrap theme each year, which makes these boxes perfect for dressing up in new styles. I guess this only works if your mother gives you your gift boxes back each like mine does or if it stays within the family. Find the how-to below:

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1   Grab a plain kraft box.

2   Cut out a strip of wrapping paper long enough to wrap around the box and a little taller than the actual box (enough to fold over the edge into the inside later).

3   Take that strip of wrapping paper and wrap it around the box, using some double sided tape to secure the two ends together where they meet. Try to avoid getting tape on the actual box itself so you don’t damage it when it’s time to remove the wrapping paper for next year’s theme.

4   Fold the extra bit of wrapping paper on top into the inside. This helps keeps the wrapping paper in place.

5   Place the lid on top, wrapping some velvet glitter ribbon around the box and secure a burlap fabric gift tag.

NEXT YEAR: rip off the wrapping paper and replace with a new print! Your kraft box should be damage free.

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1   Trace the top of the box’s lid onto the back of some sparkly glitter paper. Cut out the piece and secure it on top of the lid with double sided tape. This part you won’t take apart for future uses, so make sure you pick a color that you’re willing to live with.

2   Cut out a piece of burlap ribbon, enough to wrap around the edge of the lid with a little overlap. Use tacky glue to glue the overlapping parts together.

3   For some extra pizazz, tie some glitter eyelash string around the burlap ribbon.

NEXT YEAR: slip off the ribbon and replace with a fresh style!

Inspire. Palette #158: Emerald Christmas

Christmas decor feels rich when there’s lots of emerald green in the mix…

emerald christmas // anastasia marie palette

mason jar chandelier  |  dessert in a jar  |  candles  |  place setting  |  mint chocolate pops  |  decor  |  green dress  |  drink

Fun Finds: Christmas Ornaments

christmas ornaments // etsy finds by anastasia marie

snowflake  |  trees  |  bell  |  reindeer  |  stars  |  glass ball  |  acorns  |  painted ball

see more items via my Etsy treasury list: Christmas Ornaments

Black Friday + Cyber Monday + All of December

black friday / cyber monday

I’m taking off early this year for Thanksgiving. I’ll be back on the second of December with lots of holiday inspired goodness. I hope you all enjoy your Thanksgiving weekend and for those of you who are planning on doing lots of shopping at that time and through all of December, the holiday special above might interest you!

I’ve had this deal going on for a wee bit now, and it has lots more life still yet. Last year I sent out free goodies to folks who spent a certain dollar amount in my shop; this year I decided to do something different. Head on over to the SHOP to see what the coupon codes are and what pretties you may find!

Inspire. Palette #157: Vintage Autumn

Let your Thanksgiving take you back to the olden days…

vintage autumn // anastasia marie palette for thanksgiving

leaf garland  |  sandwich  |  backdrop  |  honey jars  |  polka dots  |  table setting  |  pecan pie  |  wooden box