Candy Wrapper as DIY Gift Wrap

A clever way to repurpose an everyday item.

By Andra Chantim and Julia Edelstein
Candy wrappers used as gift wrapJames Wojcik

Sworn off candy? Use the leftover wrappers to sugarcoat small-scale presents: Cut a wrapper into a flat sheet, then fold and tape as usual.

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