Embrace zero waste living with this collection of sustainable gift wrap solutions including furoshiki, the traditional Japanese technique of fabric knotting. What could be nicer than receiving a present and the beautiful scarf it's wrapped in! Whether you use a vintage silk scarf or create your own fabric with patchwork, piecing and dyeing techniques, or reuse unwanted items to make quirky gift wraps - this collection is packed full of ideas for reducing waste. Other ideas include how to make present toppers made from unwanted fabric and yarn scraps to finish off your gift wrapping with a flourish.
About Christine Leech
Christine Leech has been an avid crafter since childhood. She has over 15 years of experience art directing leading magazines and a successful freelance illustration career working on titles including New Woman, Marie Claire, Look and Fabulous. Just over two years ago Christine helped to to launch a quarterly magazine for Hobbycraft, the craft superstore.
Crafts Beautiful - Christmas Special 2020
With Christmas on the way, our thoughts turn to wrapping presents - and how to make them look lovely whilst being eco-friendly. Luckily Christine Leech has lots of ideas, from potato-printed fabric gift wrap to stitched pockets, and even gift bags made from jumper cuffs!
