Hello Reader,

A very warm welcome if you're new here. Every couple of weeks I pop into your inbox with a little gift wrapping inspiration, ideas to try and, quite often, a peek at what I've been practising too.

Because yes, I still practise! 😃
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My favourite gift wrapping technique has got to be pleating.
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Whether it's what I'll call an ordinary pleat, a fanned pleat or pretty much anything in between, I love how something as simple as folding the paper can completely change the look of a gift, adding interest without needing any other decoration.
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And just like any gift wrapping technique, perfecting pleating takes practice. Even for me.
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This week I decided to spend a bit of time with some practice paper working on alternating angled pleating.

Rather than the pleats running straight across the gift, they're created at an alternating angle, giving a completely different effect.
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It took a little playing around with the folds to get them sitting exactly how I wanted them, which is exactly why I keep practice paper handy. There's much less pressure when you're not using the beautiful paper you've been saving for the perfect gift!
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I'm planning to record a little video showing you how I created these angled pleats, so I'll share that with you soon if you'd like to have a go yourself. 🎁

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​I'd love to hear if you've tried any new techniques recently or had a go at pleating; do let me know!
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Happy wrapping!
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Lou
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P.S. If you'd rather practise your gift wrapping with me in person, my next signature in-person gift wrapping class is at The Garden Rooms at Tennants in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, on Saturday 14 November. Places are currently £129, but the price increases to £139 from 1 October. Find out more and book your place here.
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