Homemade Gift Bag Craft
Turn wrapping paper or even newspaper into a simple homemade gift bag with this easy craft for kids. This is a fun way to dress up small presents for Mother’s Day, teacher gifts, birthdays, and other special occasions. Kids will love making a custom bag that adds a personal touch to any gift.
Supplies
- Wrapping paper or newspaper
- Tape
- Scissors
- Small box to use as a shape guide
- Hole punch
- Ribbon
Instructions
- Choose a piece of wrapping paper or newspaper large enough to wrap around your box.
- Place the box on the paper and wrap it like a present, leaving one end open. Tape the paper securely so it holds its shape.
- Carefully slide the box out of the paper.
- Place your gift inside the bag.
- Fold down the top of the bag.
- Use a hole punch to make two holes near the folded top.
- Thread ribbon through the holes and tie it into a bow.
Fun Facts
Gift wrapping has a long history. In Japan, reusable wrapping cloth called furoshiki has been used since the 1600s to wrap and carry gifts. In Korea, a similar wrapping cloth called bojagi was used to wrap special items and gifts. These wrapping traditions were believed to bring protection and good fortune.
Patterns, Templates and Printables
This craft does not require a printable template. You can use wrapping paper, newspaper, or decorated paper to create your own homemade gift bag.
Teacher Friendly Educational Extension
This craft can be turned into a fun classroom activity by asking children to make a gift bag for a specific occasion such as Mother’s Day, a birthday, or a thank you gift. Students can also decorate plain paper with their own drawings and patterns before turning it into a bag. This makes a great art and recycling project while encouraging creativity and thoughtful gift giving.
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