When I was younger, wrapping paper always came on tubes. Now it is rolled onto heavy kraft paper in some cases. When I get to the end of the roll of wrapping paper, I save that kraft paper and use it for one of the following:
- I tape it to my table and use it as a placement when I'm heat embossing. Then, when I'm done, I just roll it up and toss it, along with any mess.
- You can use it as wrapping paper. Just random stamp on it - and voila - custom wrapping paper. It's peek proof too!
- Use it to create envelopes for your cards. It's heavy weight, and perfect for envelopes! It won't tear easily like a patterned paper will.
There are so many things you can do with that heavy kraft paper! So next time you finish a roll of wrapping paper, save the kraft paper at the end!
Today - no art. Just an idea!
When you order products, such as our brads, that come in the plastic "clamshell" type case, save the packaging. When you need a palette for your paints, or to mix reinkers with the ceramcoat paint, use one of these. I even use them for applying mod-podge as I can pour some in, then dip my brush in that. Though I still eventually throw them away, I have used them for an additional purpose.
