Boka lokta boxes with origami touch.
‘Tis the season for gift giving. Wrapping can be a ritual and a way to extend the love beyond what comes inside the package. There are so many creative approaches to wrapping, and in Japan they have perfected the art of wrapping – it is a ritual tradition and perfect art form.
In the Art of Gift Wrapping, creator Wanda Wen of Soolip writes:
“In the end, gift wrapping is all about creating a work of art with love to enhance the gift you are giving.” p. 11
Patterned Indian cotton papers wrap perfectly! And, paper makes great ribbon too.
Handmade shibori-dyed xuan paper with colored raffia transforms this plain, square box into a fun, giant candy shape.
Beautiful, Lauren! I always try to “save the paper” when opening packages and gifts. I definitely want to save this paper! PJ Bergin
Glad you enjoyed reading, PJ!