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Holiday Lights Wrapping Paper

Holiday Lights Wrapping Paper

All lit up! Create DIY wrapping paper covered in colorful coffee filter lightbulbs.

Ages: 4 and up, Under 4, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up, Adult

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Clear Tape
  • Coffee Filter(s)
  • Disposable Plate(s)
  • Gift Box
  • Pencil(s)
  • Plain Gift Wrap
  • Spray Bottle
  • Water

Steps

  • Step 1

    Wrap gift box in plain gift wrap.

  • Step 2

    Color on coffee filter with classic markers.

  • Step 3

    Place coffee filter on plate and spray with water. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 4

    Repeat steps 2–3 for multiple coffee filters.

  • Step 5

    Sketch and cut out lightbulb shapes from coffee filters.

  • Step 6

    Draw light string on gift wrap with metallic markers.

  • Step 7

    Glue bulbs along light string. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 8

    Light up their life by giving a festively wrapped gift!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  •  Want more festive craft ideas? Browse all our Christmas and holiday crafts.

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