Jane Means Wraps it Up: Make Gifts Sparkle
December 12, 2012
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More hot tips from gift wrap guru Jane Means, who advises on an easy way to make your Christmas gifts sparkle. For festive gifts add
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Jane Means Wraps it Up: Personalisation
November 20, 2012
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Gift Wrap guru Jane Means has some handy hints for personalising your own paper If you’re trying to impress a friend or important client, you
Jane Means wraps it up: Pleating Paper
October 31, 2012
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Give boxes the luxurious touch by pleating brown paper (available from East of India) and using double sided tape for a professional touch (available at
Jane Means Wraps it up: Flowers and Produce
September 26, 2012
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When wrapping flowers or fresh produce – as with the artichoke pictured here – use brown paper (available from East of India) and finish with
Jane Means Wraps it up: Autumn Styles
September 11, 2012
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For an Autumnal finish add in sticks and feathers to your gifts collected on country walks (or available at CB Imports), using brown paper (available
Jane Means wraps it up: Tips for Wedding Gifts
August 23, 2012
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Giftwrap guru Jane Means gives hot tips for wrapping wedding gifts: For wedding gifts wrap your item in a subtle tissue, wallpaper remnant or lightly
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