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BEFORE YOU START WRAPPING Although wrapping can be presented in many different ways, there are basically only three patterns. Which one to use depends on the shape of the item, what occasion it will be used for, and the impression you intend to create. It is important, therefore, to be thoroughly familiar with the characteristics of the three basic patterns. DIAGONAL WRAPPING ・ Place the wrapping paper diagonally in front and rotate the box to wrap. ・ The design will slant 45 degrees when wrapped. SEAM LINE WRAPPING ・ Place the sides of the wrapping paper and the sides of the box parallel. Wrap from both sides. ・ The design will appear as is. FUROSHIKI WRAPPING ・ Basically, place the box in the middle of a square piece of paper, and gather the 4 corners at the center. ・ The design will slant 45 degrees when wrapped.   RIBBON TECHNIQUES BOW KNOT ・ Let's learn the basics necessary for all techniques. CROSS TYING ・ The standard way to tie. Can be used for all gift occasions. DIAGONAL TYING ・ Since the ribbon is not in the center, it gives the design on the paper the space to be properly seen. ・ Cannot be used for square boxes.   TOOLS FOR WRAPPING SCISSORS ・ Used for cutting ribbons and wire. A pair of sharp scissors is necessary, especially for cutting ribbons. ・ Besides straight cutting scissors, paper edging scissors (zig-zagged ) are useful too. CUTTER KNIFE ・ Used for cutting wrapping paper. Ones with longer blades are better. STAPLER ・ Used for making decorative bows and to close bags. ・ Buy a sturdy one for bulk stapling. TAPE ・ It is convenient to have both Scotch tape and double-coated tape on hand. Double-coated tape is especially necessary for a beautiful finish. ・ Tapes with 7 to 12 millimeters long made by paper are useful. HOLE PUNCH ・ Used when threading a ribbon. ・ A one-hole punch is best for making a hole in the desired spot. WIRE ・ Used for making decorative ribbons, and to temporarily hold wrapping paper. ・ The more flexible the wire, the easier it is to twist and handle.