In this video I’m going to show you how you can wrap your presents origami-style without tape or ribbon. All you need is a present to wrap and a sheet of wrapping paper. The size of the wrapping paper should be big enough so that you can easily wrap around the present, and from top to bottom there should also be a little overlap. Now first we’re going to center the present on that wrapping paper, and now mark the outlines of the present by going along its edges. And you want to wrap the present quite tightly so that in the end you get a nice and crisp finish. So those are the two front edges, and also, you want to add those ridges on the back. Then just ensure it’s still lying in place, and now we’re also going to mark the other edges: one here, one there, and on the back. Now we can put aside the present for a little bit and return to it later. You can see you have these slight creases, and we’re going to make strong creases out of them. Note that I’m using a rectangle here, but really all of the raw edges of the wrapping paper will not show, so you don’t have to be too concerned about cutting a perfect rectangle at all. And the same on the other side. Make very strong creases here, because then the wrapped present will look that much nicer. And the final four creases. Next, we need to add some diagonal creases. We’re going to start a crease in this intersection of this long outer crease and this inner crease right here, and for that, we’re going to align that crease line right here with this one right here. So we’re aligning the crease line with the crease line, and, starting in the intersection, crease down. Same on the other side: take this crease line and align it with that crease line. And crease. Same on the other side. Once we have that, we’re going to flip the wrapping paper over, and now we’re going to add creases that start in this intersection of the two inner creases, and we’re going to crease only in this section right here. So now we’re aligning this inner crease line of the two with that inner crease line. And you can also align this crease line right here– the top one– with that crease line right here. So here you can see that’s the outer crease line, seen from that side, and the inner crease line here. And same on the other side. Same on the other side. Once we have all these creases in place, we’re going to flip the paper over again, and now we’re going to push this inside along the inner crease line and go along those diagonal folds on both sides. And this shapes a box, and we’re going to put our present inside that box and it should fit in nicely because of the measurements we took. So you can see, this is what it looks like now. Now we can flatten this out, and then we’re going to bend this paper up, both of the raw edges, and we can align them. The raw edges of the wrapping paper will not show, so it doesn’t have to be perfect. And then you really want to make it very tight and start forming a crease by just going along with your fingers and fingernails. And then fold it over to one side, make a stronger crease, and fold it over to the other side. Now you’re going to take both layers and fold them over to the crease line– not quite touching it– and make a strong crease. And then to hide that raw edge of paper, we’re going to fold it over again. And now we’re going to flip the present over. And we’re going to take this flap right here and insert it into that pocket you can see here. So I’m just bending the paper and then putting it inside like that. And then go along that edge a little to tighten it. And same thing on the other side. Bend the paper and put it inside that pocket. Can you see that? Just sliding it inside. And then you have your present wrapped origami-style using no tape or ribbon. Now if you like this video, how about you try using acrylic paint to transform printer paper into gorgeous wrapping paper or give more origami a go. For example, I have a playlist of tutorials for simple origami models or Christmas and winter related origami models. Subscribe to my channel so you don’t miss my next videos, and finally, do check out my website: happyfolding.com for more origami content. I hope to see you around, and happy folding!
Is ur web site going to b posted?
I ran out of tape and normally not have ribbon
u r so telented and gorgeous
So I have tried to wrap this present more than once and at 4:53, where the folding down part to create the box, the two diagonal lines (inner ones) intersect? Is that normal? Plz help if u can 😊
two pieces of tape are worth the trouble of watching this video. .lol
too much work for something that's gonna take 2 sec to rip apart. I'll stick to tape.
Nice! However, I don't think most people would appreciate the effort . Plus I could of wrapped 13 presents in the same amount of time.
Time consuming
Get it that she wants to save recourses but that's why there's tape!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I kind of like this idea but it's just that it takes FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!
Ohhh I love the sound of that crackly crisp paper 🙂
You are an absolute life saver – I had to deliver a last minute present before any shops were open but i had run out of tape and had no ribbon! This worked beautifully, and it was even easier because my present had about the same dimensions as yours in the vid.
Perhaps someone thinks it's a good idea, but it takes an awful long time to wrap it …
Wow hah
Get 3 and half minutes into this video, decide "screw it, I'll run to the store to buy tape". Very good video but too much effort for my needs.
I came here because i'm too lazy to run out to the store and get tape..
that's not bad at all! y'all just lazy lol
Love it. I have some present to wrap now and forgot to buy tape. That's how I end up here. So thanks for the tips
This is a great idea! I always want to wrap presents without using glue or tapes. Thank you for the video!
TOO much effort I would just go into the store for 3 min and get tape and then go out in an amount of 5 min and besides you can get about 20 gifts wrapped by the time u finish this vid ! Ggg!
thats a good way but to much time
the only reason why im watching this ….i dont have tape
This was so prefect, you have no idea how happy you made me. Oh my gosh, Let's go find something to give away! I love this :)))
I'm really a fan of this origami. i use my Church fliers to wrap my tithes in. i also wrap presents like this too, but i wrap my tithes every week.
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great job and well done!!!
Me gusto mucho!!!
its a bit tough
Great AMSR Video. >.>
guys.. hold on! origami is an art. if someone is teaching , try to learn. Anyone can fix a gift with a tape but it wud be more creditable if you take efforts and fold it this way. Well, I appreciate her ! thank you.
Had a bit of trouble as I was wrapping a very thick book, but it still looks very neat.
Thank you 🙂
annoying af
Thank you very much it's a nice and economic method
Beautiful…
Started off right wrapping a book, but by the time it gets to the box shape everything goes to hell. The instructions are quick AF and difficult to follow. This got me so frustrated, angry and annoyed that i basically wasted two hours and two sheets of expensive paper trying to do this. Honestly, to this point im wondering why did i think it was a good idea to follow this tutorial in the first place. Is impossible to follow and pausing doesn't help. Always the same story with origami. Im sure is too easy if you were born in Japan and learned from childhood, but this was supposed to be a tutorial or just a video to show off?! Not cool, AT ALL. Thanks for tricking me into wasting my time, my money and my nerve…
This is my favorite way to wrap gifts. Just the paper, very enviro-friendly, no plastic tape & saves money too ! :0)
Just go buy some tape 😩😩
Cool idea BUT, waaaaay to long, I guess I will pick up some and keep on hand some tape.
love it.
"top to bottom there should be an overlap"
Pieces clearly don't overlap and don't need to.
I love this! Didn't have tape at home and just wrapped a PS4 disk box with this method, and then decided to try it again with a dress without a box. I had to estimate the "length" and "breadth" of the folded dress to make the creases, and I struggled a little, but still turned out nice and neat! Thanks!
Great tutorial
0:06
Shit, I failed the first step! 🙁
i gave up
I DONT GET THIS
I think she cant explain probable because i dont get her
just use tape folks….
this shit is not working for me
at all
I did it
One word… Why? I could wrap half a dozen presents with a nice ribbon in the time it takes to do this.
those people who couldn't accomplish it, I guess you have clumsy hands.
Nice idea!! my girlfriend loved it. Much better than a simple and usual tape wrapping.
Plus just pick 2 taped 🙂
Outstanding!
it's look like you have to practicing at least 5 times and use at least 15 minutes for each practicing before you use this for the real presents easier go get some tape
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I don't have tape
Very interesting. Thank you. And CONGRATULATIONS.
Very nice, thank you! I'm very clumsy when it comes to anyting like this, but I am going to try.
Cool idea but if i use any cube type gift so how could i pack
Too much trouble just making creases…
This takes to long
I appreciate the art but TAPE
please!!
Too much work
Thank you!!
I don't think I have the patience to do it this way! especially if I have to wrap 50 or more presents!
elegant design, hate the negative comments!
Incredibly loud paper. Good video though
I do wrap a lot of gifts every Christmas! and we have cut a lot! We don't give to a lot of people anymore‼️but In the old times I probably wrapped around 100 gifts, at least! It was crazy!!! It was exhausting to say the least‼️and still is, but I only do half of what I used to wrap‼️😱🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁
Very complicated
So boring and lengthy
Wao !
love the sound of that paper. what kind is it??
This is the type of videos i make all day, everyday!
One of the best way maam thanku
Well actually… this wouldn't take very long to wrap. In the video, it takes 7 minutes, yes, but that's because he's explaining each step and pointing out what to fold/crease/etc. I was able to wrap this in five minutes after wrapping two or three presents, which is only like a minute longer than what it usually takes to wrap presents. Assuming you're not wrapping more than 20 or 30 presents, using this method isn't going to "waste your time." In the end, it looks very pretty, shows that you put a lot of care into it, AND saves tape/ribbon. Nice video ^^
In the beginning it is tedious, but constant practice will make it faster & easier. Great job.
I'm glad I learned this, but for me it's just not feasible. I'd have to start my Xmas wrapping in April! I'd prefer my ugly wrapping if it saves me time.
Great Wrapping !!!! Gift Time for a Lovely One !! Thank you for showing this !!
I've seen much simpler origami wrapping and it doesn't involve moving the present!
This is amazing! It'll take alot of practice though! I'm doing this to stop using sellotape and less materials = more environmentally friendly! 🙂
Also I love how she says the word 'fold' and 'folding' so satisfying!
I tried it and it worked. Thank you for your demonstrations! Great video! 👏
I gave up and used tape
I come to this video every year since 2015 at around christmas time 😀
thank you ! <3
Thanks! I think I got the general idea of it. Two of my first attempts weren't so successful (fixed them with a bit of tape) but the 3rd one stayed together without any tape or ribbon.
Coooll but I lost my head and threw all the presents out the window now I only have paper
I was able to wrap all of the gifts with tape. It was a lot faster & tighter. & saved a lot more paper. Plus doing all that creasing will rip the paper if you do it too much.
& if you have cheap paper (which is all I need, nothing fancy), this video will not help. It was way too long anyway.
Best to practise on unwanted items, I should think. I wonder how much paper is consumed in practising enough to make it look this easy. I am not sure that it works on square items. It would also help to use paper that has been treated so as not to roll up.
I'm way too stupid for this
At 3:15, you should stop & do a graphic of the exact diagonal crease line being made.
Also, using a thicker book would greatly enhance the clarity of the creases.
A mnemonic for knowing youve got the right crease is: when you fold it over to make the diagonal,
you can always see the "square." Thank you for this great video. (No more scotch tape, ever again!)
her crease count = 1500
Wow… That's all
Whats is the size of paper?
Very nice, I like it. Now if only I have someone to give gifts to..
The only reason I’m watching this… it’s freaking satisfying
Fabulous, happy new year df
Or you can just use tape
This is art :))
It's more about sharing the art of origami to the receiver, while reducing the use of tape and ribbon at the same time.
Beside it's not hard when you know how it work, u can skip the "make a triangle line" step, it still work
I think putting a little more effort in wrapping gift like this makes it more special. Thanks!
Woah. Just woah.