It's almost that time of year again, when we reach for the sellotape and scissors and say a prayer it all works out - wrapping gifts.
Are you wrapping yourself up in knots about where to get the best value, or is there a better alternative out there?
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This week we're taking a deep dive into the world of wrapping paper. So let's unwrap and see what we get.
Dunnes
Christmas gift wrapping paper (8 metres) €2
Penneys
Christmas symbols wrapping paper (8 metres) €1.80
Dealz
Wrap cw Snowflakes (4 metres) €1.50
Smyths
Christmas roll wrapping paper assortment (8 metres) €1.49
Next
Extra wide Christmas wrapping paper (10 metres) €10.50
IKEA
Gift wrap roll, star pattern red (4 metres) €3
JYSK
Kardus wrapping paper (70cmx300 cm) €1.50
Boots
Red kraft rollwrap (4 metres) €6.00
Repak’s Jo Linehan said you can also save money on wrapping paper by getting creative and skipping the shop altogether.
“I absolutely love using brown paper,” she said. “It’s so classic and you can really dress it up with a bit of holly or ivy," she said.
She also suggested using newspapers or magazines to wrap a present; you can find videos online of creative ways to decorate your gift.
“There’s also using maps,” Ms Linehan suggested.
“You can go to a second-hand bookstore or charity shop and find old maps and they look amazing.
“Or instead of putting it in wrapping paper, maybe put it in a tote bag so the person can use it again," she added.
