Fun with Wrap

As a friend of mine's baby shower was approaching last week, I realized I needed to wrap her gift to make it presentable.  But after looking at my home supply of gift wrapping paper, I realized the only thing available off hand had either cars on it or Micky Mouse Christmas.  This just wouldn't do for a baby shower gift.  I contemplated the trip to the store to buy some wrapping paper...

I really dislike wrapping paper with all the unnecessary paper that's only seen for a few minutes then crumpled up and thrown into the garbage.  I know that you can recycle the paper here, but still.  What a waste!  I usually buy the decorative bags then reuse them over and over again until they've had enough.  But since I had a large item to wrap, I doubt there are present bags big enough.  How about just a bow?  Hmmm...maybe so.  How about making something from what we have at home?  Yes!!!  So I thought...what could I use at home to personalize it while at the same time make a fun activity for my little man?  All we needed was:

• newspaper (preferably without any negative news)
• tape
• children's paint
• stickers (if you want)
• a bow
• a child who loves to paint! 

Park had such a great time decorating the present.  What a fun activity for our little ones who love to explore the world of art.  All the while recycling paper instead of consuming it and saving a little money and a trip to the store...gotta love moments like these!

 
 ~Curious Mommy