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Gift Wrapping Project – Lining gift boxes with Tissue and Ribbon
You’ve bought the gift and have found a nice little box to pop it in but have no idea how to do the tissue bit. This is something I am always asked to cover on my gift wrapping workshops and when I...
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A peek inside the new Jane Means gift wrapping book ‘giftwrapped’
For years this has been a dream. To put all of my creative ideas in to my very own Gift Wrapping Book. I’ve been approached by others, but wanted to write my signature book, with a specific look and...
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Grab a signed copy of my new gift wrapping book ‘Giftwrapped’
We’re delighted to have taken delivery of the new book Giftwrapped, and now have our first orders coming in. We had queues pre-ordering the gift wrapping book at the Handmade Fair last week, and have...
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Gift Wrapping and DIY Craft Projects for Halloween
If you’re heading off to any Halloween parties this season, here’s a really clever decorating idea. I have chosen some Orange tissue. To add depth and luxury to the gift wrapping, I have pleated...
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Join Jane Means at the Giftwrapped book launch
In a few weeks my new book giftwrapped will be launched to the world and going on sale worldwide. Many people have not wanted to wait until the end of November when it hits the shops, so I’ve had a...
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How to tie the perfect bow in gift wrapping
One of the most asked questions I get asked on our gift wrapping workshops is “How do you tie the perfect bow?”. We all have our own way of tying a shoelace or a bow and through my experience of...
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Make your own gift hampers with this basket weaving DIY tutorial
I love to give gift hampers and whilst on a recent trip to the Yasawa Islands, I was lucky enough to see an inspiring basket weaving demonstration which really grabbed my attention. I am a huge fan of...
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10 recycling & eco friendly gift wrapping ideas
I’m often asked about recycling tips and eco friendly gift wrapping ideas, so I decided to dedicate a chapter in my book ‘Giftwrapped‘ about it. It is also an important part of my business so we...
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How I dealt with having my designs copied and copyright advice.
Creative industries in the UK annually bring in £71 billion pounds and this is growing by 10% each year. I am surrounded by creative people and designers, and one of the biggest concerns is copyright...
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An insight into our new Singapore Gift Wrapping Courses
We recently launched our first creative Singapore gift wrapping courses at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel with press in attendance. The creative classes were scheduled to coincide with the 50th...
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Join Jane Means and Kirstie Allsopp at The Handmade Christmas Fair Manchester
This month Jane Means will be sharing her Gift Wrapping Tips with Kirstie Allsopp live at The Handmade Christmas Fair at Manchester Central. The duo will be on stage in the Super Theatre on Saturday...
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Join me for a gift wrapped Champagne lunch at Coworth Park
I’m really looking forward to hosting a festive gift wrapping day on Monday 14th December. It’s being held at the gorgeous Coworth Park (sister of the Dorchester Hotel), nestled just outside of Ascot....
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Gift Wrapping Presentation ideas to make your Valentine feel special
With Valentines Day around the corner, you may be wondering how to pull all of the presentation stops. You’ve bought a luxury gift or maybe a small token present and want to make your loved one feel...
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10 inspirational gift wrapping ideas for Dads Birthday or Fathers Day
No matter how humble the gift, dads know it is the thought that counts and so I have put together a selection of gift wrapping ideas for Dads Birthday and Fathers Day , suitable for the wide range of...
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Wrapping a Wedding Gift and making it stand out on the present table
With Summer here and your close friends tying the knot, it’s your chance to be Wrapping a Wedding Gift and making it stand out, making the special couple feel rewarded. Even if you’re giving money or a...
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Great Gift Wrapping Ideas for Father’s Day
I’m often asked about Gift Wrapping for the men in our life. Should you include ribbon, tie a bow and are there any colours or themes that should be followed? So read on about ‘Great gift wrapping...
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Black and White Gift Wrapping Ideas
When we think of the concept of black and white, we may think of classic movies such as, It’s a wonderful Life, Casablanca and Brief Encounter. We may think of impeccably dressed scenes in more recent...
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My TV and Radio appearances at Christmas
With December 25th fast approaching, and everyone busy gift wrapping their Christmas presents, I thought I’d share with you ‘My TV and Radio appearances at Christmas. Chris Evans – BBC Radio 2 December...
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Eco friendly gift wrapping ideas and recycling your gift wrapping
With Christmas over and the thought of so much wrapping paper and ribbons being discarded, I thought I would share some top tips on eco friendly gift wrapping ideas and recycling your gift wrapping...
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