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Giving money as a present: 10 great wrapping ideas

It can be hard to come up with genius gift ideas year after year. Over the decades, birthday presents can tend to become less and less imaginative…. You are bound to understand now why your parents prefer giving money as a present…..

Immaterial gifts are often the best. Parachute jumps, a trip to Spain, a gourmet restaurant – experiences are worth far more than objects. These are what leave you with treasured memories, not an overpriced pair of jeans, or the latest smartphone. But when we are short on ideas, we often prefer giving money as a present than risking disappointment. And there is nothing wrong with that! However, an envelope, as fancy as it may be, is a fairly pathetic parcel to hand over. Instead, try one of these highly original wrapping options!

1/ Rolling in dough

Have you all boxed in together for your colleague’s leaving present? Don’t hand them a formal cheque, as they could be disappointed by the lack of creativity. Give them their contribution in the form of a very generous pizza delivery!

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2/ A very Happy Meal

Is your bestie a loyal patron of the local McDonald’s? Give them their present in a chip box, seasoned with some sauce on the side! They should appreciate the innovative idea. Unless of course they were feeling peckish….

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3/ A money ring

Do you know that your other half has no interest in getting married? Well make a different kind of proposal! She’ll breathe easier once she sees that the ring is made of bank notes.

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4/ Infinite lottery

Have you all decided on giving money as a present to a colleague who is retiring? They are sure to appreciate the gesture. Take a cardboard gift box and cut out a slot in it. Stick together all of the bank notes that you and your workmates have collected, and roll them into a type of tape dispenser. The lucky retiree will only have to pull on one end to discover your limitless generosity!

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5/ A butterfly box

This idea could take a little time, but it is certainly eye-catching! A talent for origami would be a plus….

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