How to wrap a cylindrical gift: try this step-by-step guide

Wrapping gifts that are an unusual shape can present a challenge, so we’ve asked stylist Orla Neligan for her tips on how to tackle a cylindrical present such as a candle.

As Christmas is fast-approaching, we love to relish all the festive preparation. Gift-wrapping is an important part of the build-up to the big day, but oddly-shaped gifts can present a challenge.

That’s why we asked stylist Orla Neligan for her wrapping tips and tricks – below she walks us through how to wrap a cylindrical gift such as a candle.

Orla also shares how to make our homes feel extra cosy this Christmas. “Lighting is one of the easiest ways to create atmosphere and set the mood,” she says. “A harsh overhead lamp can kill a mood in one click. Dim the lights and if you don’t have a dimmer, unscrew a few bulbs and add plenty of candles, on tables, window ledges, mantelpieces to craft that soft, romantic wintery vibe.

“Thread fairy lights through log piles and even plants, along shelves and in corners to bring everything to life. Place candles near mirrors for reflected light or in groups on a windowsill or on a tray, at varied heights for different silhouettes.”

How to: wrap a candle

Place the cylindrical present, in this case a candle, on the paper and cut a width that ensures a slight overlap (not too much) when paper meets and leave excess paper at the top and bottom (about a finger length).

Using a scissors cut finger length strips all the way along on each side of the paper.

Place the present back in the centre and fold over the paper securing with tape in the middle.

Fold in each strip of paper so they cross over each other in the centre and secure with tape. Do this on both ends.

Tie a ribbon along the length of the present securing at the top.

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