Transform a gift into an extraordinary expression of friendship or love with handmade packaging. Filled with lush photographs, how-tos, and patterns, this inspiring resource offers dozens of inventive ideas that use decoupage, faux painting, gold leafing, block printing, rubber stamping, and more. Make and decorate a wide range of boxes, including shaped boxes, pillow and envelope pouches, a paper purse, and traditional Christmas crackers. Create your own gift bags or embellish plain, store-bought ones with unusual closures and tops. Recycle metal tins and plastic containers, and see how to dress up terra-cotta pots and cellophane. Personalize your packages with unique tags, stickers, and clips. All necessary materials and techniques are fully explained, enabling anyone to make beautiful packages.