10 Days Left: Start Wrapping Your Gifts (+ Get Creative!)

It's never too early to get those presents wrapped and under the tree. (Dec.15)

Learn how to complete the ultimate holiday gift bow in this gallery!

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Step 1

Cut a long piece of ribbon and fold it like this in the centre to make two loops.

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Step 2

Cross the left loop over the right loop.

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Step 3

Tuck it under the right loop and pull tight to form a bow.

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Step 4

This is what the bow should look like now.

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Step 5

Cut another piece of ribbon and make a loop. Glue it in the centre. Repeat to create three loops.

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Step 6

Tie each of the loops with wire and stack them on top of each other.

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Step 7

The bows should be stacked in a criss-cross or “X” position as pictured.

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Step 8

Glue the bow on top.

For super-luxe gift wrapping inspo, Sarah Gunn shares her techniques:

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