How to Wrap a Gift Card

The presentation of a gift is often as memorable as the gift itself. But how to wrap gift cards? I have an idea and you probably already have the supplies on hand.

And don't worry it only takes a couple of minutes to make these cute gift card gifts.

Did you know 61% of Americans say they prefer to receive a gift card over another gift? Often we think of giving someone a gift card as not being thoughtful gift but if you take the time to wrap it up a special way, it makes all the difference!

I know when I give gift cards as gifts (especially to teens) the recipient is never disappointed.

Have you ever wondered how to wrap gift cards? This is my favorite way! The next time you are giving a gift card take a few extra minutes to wrap it up nicely. This idea is super simple and only requires a few supplies.

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Supplies You Will Need to Wrap Gift Card

Toilet paper roll (or a paper towel roll cut into half
Tissue paper (any color or pattern you like)
Ribbon, twine, yarn, or string
A gift tag that has a hole punch

Once you have your supplies gathered and a gift card, you're ready to start wrapping.

How to Wrap Gift Cards in 5 Easy Steps

Insert gift card into your toilet paper roll
Roll up the toilet paper roll in 2-3 sheets of tissue paper
Twist ends and tie with a ribbon or string
Cut off excess tissue paper on the ends if desired
Add a gift tag

If it's the holiday season, you can make these using Christmas colored tissue paper and add themed tags. They look really cute under the Christmas tree!

This simple gift card wrapping idea also works for wrapping money!

Tip: If you find yourself going to a lot of birthday or graduation parties, you can premake these (just select a gift card that everyone would like) and have these ready to go. Before the party simple add the recipient's name to the gift tag.

You can watch me use this wrapping method to wrap money, too!