a wrapping wednesday

this might make me sound like a lame-o, but one of my favorite things to do is wrap gifts. when i was younger, i used to play "gift wrap store" and my dad would "place orders" for me to wrap gifts for him for family members, friends, co-workers. i even had a cash register y'all...#nerdalerttimesseveni love the final presentation. the way a gift is wrapped and presented just says a lot about the amount of time and thought that went into it.what can i say, i just love pretty packages tied up with string! :)  yes please. black kraft paper and white chalk marker. sign me up.

Source: nashvillewrapscommunity.com via Jenna on Pinterest

 personalized washi gift tape, genius. perfect alternative to a gift tag: to you from me. loving it.

Source: lovelystationery.com via Jenna on Pinterest

 patterned paper isn't just for scrapbookers! :) i love how the paper ribbons are so simlar but just enough different.

Source: etsy.com via Mallory on Pinterest

 ever wonder what to do with your paper grocery bags? wrap with some cute twine, or stamp with a pretty holiday image, or use washi tape to attach a card or note. you're golden and green!

Source: shepaperieblog.com via Leslie on Pinterest

 i also love adding "extras" to the package, like this super fun bracelet! it's just one extra place to add a little something extra for the person you're giving to!

Source: flickr.com via Leslie on Pinterest

 thank goodness the holidays are finally getting close!it's time to get wrappin! :)  speaking of gifts...you have a few more days to sign up for the sweet treat swap! so sign up now before it's too late! :)

 

christmas in july

i'm on a christmas kick.

for some reason,

95% of my pins from the last week revolve around christmas.

my bad.

i think 100degree weather and high humidity have me dreaming of cooler temperatures and santa's reindeer...153 days till christmas! :)

o. and most of these are sweets too.

my bad again.

these are so cute!

i'm a huge fan of peppermint, marshmallows and hot chocolate,

so i'm pretty sure me and these marshmallow stirring sticks are destined to be besties.

Source: bridgeywidgey.com via Sarah Grace on Pinterest

i'm not really sure if i'd be able to eat a cookie a cute as one of these,

but i probably would.

Source: bhg.com via Sarah Grace on Pinterest

peppermint whoopie pies anyone?

yes please! :)

mine probably wouldn't turn out quite as cute as these,

but i'm told treats that look "homemade" are charming.

Source: bhg.com via Sarah Grace on Pinterest

is it wrong that i don't have children and i still want to do this?

don't make fun,

but i still leave cookies for santa and carrots for his reindeer.

i feel terrible that i never thought about the elves.

i've got years of making up to do.

Source: unconfidentialcook.com via Sarah Grace on Pinterest

i've always wanted to make canned gifts,

and i think this might be my year.

peppermint stick hot chocolate in a cute jar.

yes please!

Source: myrecipes.com via Sarah Grace on Pinterest

i love advent calendars, and i love how interactive these are.

i've seen a few versions of these floating around on the internet,

but i love the scrapped look of this one.

Source: kimberlypetersen.typepad.com via Sarah Grace on Pinterest

am i the only one who is already excited for christmas?

i see many trips to hobby lobby in my near future!

sorry in advance, bub-hub! :)

linking up with michelle over at the vintage apple!