How to Wrap a Pillow: A Comprehensive Guide

Giving a pillow as a gift is a thoughtful and practical gesture. It shows that you care about the recipient’s comfort and well-being. But how do you wrap a pillow in a way that is both stylish and secure?

Here is a comprehensive guide on how to wrap a pillow, complete with step-by-step instructions, tips and tricks, and creative ideas:

Materials:

Instructions:

1. 1. Prepare the pillow. Make sure the pillow is clean and fluffed. If you are wrapping a pillow with a removable cover, wash and dry the cover according to the care instructions on the label.
2. 2. Choose your wrapping paper. Select a wrapping paper that is appropriate for the occasion and the recipient’s taste. If you are unsure, choose a neutral color or pattern.
3. 3. Place the pillow on the wrapping paper. Place the pillow on the wrapping paper at an angle, with the corner of the pillow at the center of the paper.
4. 4. Fold the bottom edge of the gift wrap up and over the pillow. Tuck the edge of the paper neatly under the pillow.
5. 5. Fold the upper edge of the gift wrap down over the pillow. Tuck the edge of the paper neatly under the pillow.
6. 6. Fold the left and right sides of the wrapping paper over the pillow. Tuck the edges of the paper neatly under the pillow.
7. 7. Secure the wrapping paper with ribbon or twine. Tie a ribbon or twine around the pillow, securing the wrapping paper in place.
8. 8. Attach a gift tag or card. (Optional) Add a gift tag or card to the pillow with ribbon or tape.

Tips and tricks:

• # If you are wrapping a large pillow, you may need to use two pieces of wrapping paper.
• # If you are wrapping a cylindrical pillow, you can use a different wrapping technique. Place the pillow on the wrapping paper and fold the paper around the pillow, tucking the edges under the pillow. Then, secure the wrapping paper with ribbon or twine.
• # If you are using tissue paper, place it inside the wrapping paper before placing the pillow inside.
• # If you are giving the pillow as a gift to a child, be sure to choose wrapping paper and ribbon that are safe for children.

Creative ideas:

With these tips and tricks, you can wrap a pillow like a pro!

How to make a gift wrap pillow using fabric, ribbon, and a pillow form

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make a gift wrap pillow using fabric, ribbon, and a pillow form:

1. Gather the materials: You will need a 14-inch square pillow form, one yard of fabric, and ribbon.
2. Cut the fabric: Cut a 36-inch by 36-inch square of fabric and fold it in half diagonally.
3. Place the pillow form: Place the pillow form on the fabric and fold the corners over it.
4. Tie the corners: Tie the corners with ribbon and trim the excess fabric.
5. Add a gift tag: Add a gift tag to your gift wrap pillow.

How to wrap a long pillow

There are multiple methods you can use to wrap a pillow. These methods depend on what kind of material you’re planning to use. Here are two methods that you can use to cover a long pillow:

Using fabric: If you’re wrapping a long pillow, wrapping fabric is an easy way to do it. Since this is made out of cloth, not paper, you can securely wrap up the cushion without using tape to hold it together. Here are the steps:

• Use a length of wrapping fabric that stretches past all four sides of the pillow. You’ll want it to be long enough to overlap when wrapped around the pillow.
• Place the pillow diagonally in the center of your fabric. Pull the bottom left corner of the fabric up and over the top of the pillow.
• Pull the top right corner over the gift and hold it in place. Crease the fabric along the right edge of the pillow and pull the edges tight.
• Grab the two pointed ends left and pull them together to meet over the center of the pillow.
• Tie the two pointed ends into a knot. Depending on how secure you want the wrapping, you can fold it into a single or double knot.

Using wrapping paper: Wrapping paper is much more common and easily available, but gift wrapping a long pillow with paper can be slightly trickier than using fabric. For this method, you will need a large roll of wrapping paper, clear tape, and scissors. Here are the steps:

• Find a large, flat surface. If you have a roll of wrapping paper, roll it out and place the pillow about 10 inches away from the edge. Depending on the size of the pillow, you can either place it horizontally or vertically across the edge of the wrapping paper roll.
• Fold one edge over the pillow and hold it in place. Make sure your pillow is completely covered with wrapping paper, as you will need to use tape to keep it in place in the next step.
• Once you’ve held the far end of the wrapping paper in place, use some tape to fix the paper onto the pillow.
• Fold the other edge of the wrapping paper over the pillow and hold it in place. Use tape to fix the paper onto the pillow.
• Fold the two remaining edges of the wrapping paper over the pillow and tape them in place.

FAQ About How to Wrap a Pillow

That’s it! You now have a beautiful gift wrap pillow that your friend will love. This is a great way to give a thoughtful gift that has two reusable parts. You can use any fabric and ribbon that you like to create a unique look. Happy crafting! 🎁