j Paul
PFG, Picture Framing God
We have decided to add gift wrapping services this year. Being a guy, I haven't wrapped that many presents, so I need some advice on how to do it quickly and effectivly.
Here is a scenario: I have a gift box 6"square. My gift paper is 24" wide so I cut a pc. about 24 x 25 and wrap the 25" pc around the box and have about a 1" overlap. So far I think so good. The question come up on how to fold the ends.
Now the 6"s box is sitting on the paper that is 24" wide. I have 24 minus the box 6" = 18" div2 or 9" left each side. I know that is too much. ( I know I can slide it over but then I have the same problem on the other end.) Is there some kind of formula depending on the size of the box?How much should I leave on the ends before folding and how do you go about folding it to make it look nice and attractive? I have to learn to do this rather quickly as usually I am the only one in the shop.
Now I don't know how well this can be answered with out being able to demonstrate it to a gift wrapped challenged person but I would appreciate if you tried. thanks JPaul
Here is a scenario: I have a gift box 6"square. My gift paper is 24" wide so I cut a pc. about 24 x 25 and wrap the 25" pc around the box and have about a 1" overlap. So far I think so good. The question come up on how to fold the ends.
Now the 6"s box is sitting on the paper that is 24" wide. I have 24 minus the box 6" = 18" div2 or 9" left each side. I know that is too much. ( I know I can slide it over but then I have the same problem on the other end.) Is there some kind of formula depending on the size of the box?How much should I leave on the ends before folding and how do you go about folding it to make it look nice and attractive? I have to learn to do this rather quickly as usually I am the only one in the shop.
Now I don't know how well this can be answered with out being able to demonstrate it to a gift wrapped challenged person but I would appreciate if you tried. thanks JPaul