7 Christmas Wrapping Ideas with Jacquard Ribbon (Step-by-Step & Yardage Chart)
Jacquard ribbon turns last-minute wrapping into instagram-worthy gifts—no expensive paper required. Below are seven ideas that work with plain kraft paper plus a free yardage cheat-sheet you can print and keep in your craft drawer.
Estimated total time: 5 min per gift | Skill: beginner | Cost: ± 0.45 € ribbon per package
1. Puffy Boutique Bow (uses 1 yd / 90 cm)
- Wrap gift with natural kraft paper.
- Cut 90 cm of 25 mm red jacquard ribbon.
- Circle the package once, tie a tight knot on top.
- Make 6 loops (3 each side) and secure with same knot.
- Fluff loops; trim ends at 45°.
Pro tip: Steam the bow for 3 sec—it “inflates” the weave and hides any creases.
Ribbon used: Red 25 mm jacquard ribbon
2. Candy-Cane Twist (uses 60 cm)
- Hot-glue 60 cm of 12 mm Blue & White Diamond Motif ribbon in a spiral around a plain box.
- Overlap edges 2 mm so paper doesn’t show.
- Finish with a simple single-loop bow on top.
Ribbon used: Blue & White Diamond Motif 12 mm
3. Belt-Buckle Wrap (uses 50 cm + buckle)
- Slide 50 cm of 38 mm gold jacquard through a 1½ inch D-ring buckle (bag-making supply).
- Wrap like a belt; pull tight; let tail hang.
Ribbon used: Gold 38 mm jacquard
4. Snowflake Tag Topper (uses 15 cm)
- Punch a snowflake shape from cereal box cardboard.
- Blanket-stitch 12 mm light-blue jacquard around the edge with hot glue.
- Thread through gift string; knot.
Ribbon used: Light-blue 12 mm
5. Woven Belly-Band (uses 30 cm)
- Wrap 30 cm of 25 mm green around middle of box; secure on underside with double-sided tape.
- Slide a tiny cinnamon stick under the band for scent.
Ribbon used: Green 25 mm
6. Mitten Clip-On (uses 10 cm + mini peg)
- Fold 10 cm of 12 mm red ribbon in half; hot-glue a mini wooden peg inside.
- Clip to top of package like a clothes-line.
- Optional: write name on peg with white paint pen.
Ribbon used: Red 19 mm
7. Tassel Edge Fringe (uses 40 cm)
- Cut 40 cm of 12 mm metallic jacquard.
- Every 1 cm snip ¾ of the way through (fringe).
- Glue uncut edge along box lid seam; let fringe hang.
Ribbon used: Metallic 12 mm
Free Printable Yardage Chart
Download the A4 cheat-sheet (PDF) and keep it in your wrapping drawer:
| Technique | 25 mm | 12 mm | 19 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puffy bow | 90 cm | - | - |
| Candy twist | - | 60 cm | - |
| Belt buckle | 50 cm | - | - |
| Snowflake tag | - | 15 cm | - |
| Belly band | 30 cm | - | - |
| Mitten clip | - | - | 10 cm |
| Tassel edge | - | 40 cm | - |
Stock Up on Christmas Colours
New to jacquard? Start with our What is Jacquard Ribbon guide to learn why woven beats printed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I wash gifts wrapped with jacquard ribbon?
- Yes—remove the bow first, then machine-wash 40 °C, air-dry, re-use.
- How many gifts can I wrap with 1 yard?
- One medium shirt box (30 cm) using the belly-band technique.
- Does the ribbon fray when I cut it?
- No—heat-seal the ends with a lighter for 1 second or use sharp craft scissors.