A great book if you're looking for new ways to wrap your gifts. Especially if you are looking for special methods. Really inspiring with great step by step explanations.

This book is dense but highly interesting. I thought it would be a basic how to wrap gift book and it’s not. It heavily includes ideas behind gift giving or reciprocation, thoughts that go into not only the gift but the wrapping, etc. It looks incredibly complicated. However, the author has done a fantastic job of leaving notes and instructions with pictures to make it easier for novices.

A really neat book about wrapping gifts. Great for those who like to make gifts pretty, home decor people, or people who struggle to gift wrap and want to become better.

Megumi Lorna Inouye's "The Soul of Gift Wrapping" is a beautiful exploration of the art of wrapping, infused with Japanese tradition and a deep sense of gratitude. Inouye seamlessly intertwines inventive wrapping designs, heartfelt personal essays, and practical step-by-step techniques to transform the act of wrapping into a meaningful expression of appreciation.

Drawing from her Japanese heritage, Inouye's take on gift-giving becomes a thoughtful and creative endeavor. She also emphasizes sustainability, encouraging readers to repurpose materials and embrace a tape-free approach, echoing the principles of mottainai and wabi sabi.

The book is divided into three sections: Inspiration, Preparation, and Creation. The step-by-step instructions, accompanied by detailed photographs, make it easy for readers to replicate Inouye's exquisite designs, from intricate origami-inspired folds to elegant fabric wraps. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a novice, this book will inspire you to elevate your gift-giving experience and embark on a journey of meaningful expression. I highly recommend it.

Disclosure: I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review, and I would gift wrap this review for them if I could.

This book is so much more than just simple instructions on how to wrap gifts.

The first part gave me a sense of peace while the author shared such precious experiences with the reader and I truly felt connected to her.

The second part is filled with easy to follow instructions regarding the actual wrapping process.

If you want to give more personality to your gifts or use more environmental friendly materials, this book is gonna help you a lot. Personally, I always wanted to add something special to the wrapping and I'm so glad I found this book.

Disclaimer: I received a free copy in exchange for my honest opinion

A really interesting, different book giving loads of ideas on gift wrapping. I’ve used several already, I’m really keen on making a present look as wonderful as possible and gift giving being a truly special thing, this book really helps with ideas and variety for that. A lovely addition to my shelves.

Very informative and interesting book. I highly write recommend it. Very educational. Very enjoyable

The perfect book for that crazy gift person you know. I know for a fact that my mother was more that a little excited to see this book and get even more ideas for her wrapping. I so believe i will be buying a few of these in the future for others as well.

For a person that love to give an especial touch to my own creations; I found on this book lots of ideas. Following the author instructions one can just take gifting to another level.
Lovely sharing of the author precious motherly memories.
I loved it.

Absolutely lovely and economically friendly to boot.

The Soul of Gift Wrapping is wonderful - showing how to craft beautiful and sustainable gift wrapping and packaging.

Recommended.


Thank you to Storey Publishing LLC and NetGalley for the PDF

The Soul of Gift Wrapping is beautiful a form of art within its pages. I can honestly say I doubly I have the skills to replicate the intricacies within the pages. However, I appreciate the simplicity, beauty and love represented in the pages. This book is well worth the read and I highly recommend it m. It’s a beautiful look at how to give with love. 10 stars if I could give it.

This is a beautiful book. I loved the creative approach to gift wrapping. I like the idea of using materials like maps and book pages. There were nice step-by-step pictures. Even if you don't plan to use the wrapping techniques exactly as is, it's fun to look through and get ideas. I would recommend this for public libraries. It would make a fun program idea, as well.

What a beautiful book. Beautiful imagery and a poetic writing style. Crafters and those passionate for gifting will appreciate this artistic practice of intentional wrapping as a reflection of the gift’s meaning, offering the highest symbol of gratitude.

The author’s 30+ years of practice and passion for her culture’s tradition is so romantic that I can feel her heart melting through the pages. This is no longer about a gift, it’s about a way of life and love ❤️

These words capture the essence of the practice:
-Simplistic
-Intentional
-Sustainable
-Wabi Sabi
-Furoshiki
-Eco-friendly
-Kintsugi
-Gratitude

“Repurposing unlocks beauty and transformational energy”

This book offers a tangible guide full of gorgeous and simplistic rustic designs using everyday materials to enchant your gifts to loved ones.

Toss aside your tape, because this book doesn’t use it! You’ll learn how to fold, tuck, tie, layer, pleat, band, bind as well as how make flower, bow and origami appliqués for gifts of all shapes and sizes, including a wine bottle.

As a crafter, and fan of origami and up-cycling I will definitely be implementing some of these ideas!

Thank you to NetGalley, Storey Publishing, and Megumi Inouye for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

If you are a fan of Marie Kondo, I feel you will also become a fan of Megumi Loma Inouye and her book, The Soul of Gift Wrapping. Make the gift wrap a part of the present, and put thought and care into the presentation. This book shares how. I have always enjoyed wrapping presents, and this book explains so well the reason why.

Thank you #NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book!

Intressante Ideen und sehr schön ausgestaltet. Hätte mir aber etwas simplere bzw. alltägliche Ideen gewünscht. Aber für die Geschenkpackprofis sicher ein schönes geschenk.

"While the material gift has a shelf life and may soon lose its monetary value, the feelings and intentions given with it—and reciprocated—sustain our collective well-being. Herein lies the real beauty and magic of a gift."

I have grown up watching my mother use creative techniques to wrap gifts for our friends' birthdays. Whether it was an innovative paper fold or a specially crafted decoration to place atop the gift, every package she wrapped was unique. Following her footsteps, I began my own experiments with papercraft which, among other things, lead me to this ARC on NetGalley.

The Soul of Gift Wrapping is not just an instruction manual on ways to wrap or decorate gifts. At a time when I feel gifting has become a mere obligation, this book helps you rediscover your purpose and the emotions involved with the act of gifting.

I especially loved reading the author's essays on how she intentionally added meaning and value to her gifts, no matter how small, and elevated the entire process to a profound experience.

An insight into a beautiful culture, this book is an absolute joy to read. And with the creative gift-wrapping hacks shared here, you can make the simplest gifts stand out in the most unique way, conveying a heartfelt message to the receiver.

This ARC courtesy of NetGalley and Storey Publishing.

Megumi Lorna Inouye's book is more than a how-to manual on gift wrapping; rather, it's a book on how we present those gifts to others in a meaningful and caring way. Inouye fills her book with stunning photos of beautifully wrapped presents as well as detailed step-by-step instructions. From zero-waste gift wrapping, to origami, to furoshiki (cloth wrapping), Inouye covers so many different ways to give special attention to the gifts we give others.

Inouye's Japanese heritage is at the heart of this book, and her approach of a more gentle and graceful way to live is reflected throughout the book. A stunning and informative book.

Thank you to #NetGalley and Storey Publishing for providing this ARC of #TheSoulofGiftWrapping.


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I loved this book as I have so much of Christmas off and never experienced this as a child as mother could not be bothered. I have learnt so much from Megumi and felt that she was showing, guiding and teaching me in such a lovely way.
Shows you care and the photos of wrappings were realistic and achievable

thank you a recommended read.

I have been looking for interesting and unique ways to wrap presents, and this book has lots of those. Very well explained

Thank you to Storey Publishing for my advanced electronic copy. My opinions are my own.

Every word and photo seemed carefully and lovingly crafted in this beautifully-presented book. Megumi Inouye shares a refreshing perspective on the practice of gratitude in giving. A thoughtfully-wrapped gift can connect the giver and the receiver, especially when done with meaningful materials (including upcycled and repurposed ones). This brings an intentionality to the appearance of gifts of all sizes and shapes, no matter the occasion. I felt more respect for the process when I put these gift-wrapping designs and attitudes into practice, and more respect for the planet when I approached gift wrapping with a more sustainable and meaningful goal in mind. After all, what is more disposable than wrapping paper...yet what is more important than the presentation of a gift? I felt my own gift-wrapping culture being gently but importantly shifted, and I couldn't be more grateful.