Very often, instead of presenting someone with objects, we decide to give money gifts. The reasons of making such decision may differ, but often it is the lack of an idea. We may also fear that our choice will not appeal to the taste of the bestowed. Sometimes, by giving someone money, we want to contribute to this person saving cash for some goals or dreams. Unfortunately, occasionally getting money is thought to be an easy solution and comes across as a lack of involvement from a giver. Nonetheless, there is a way to prevent this impression. All we have to do is to take care of everything that is around the gift (which does not have to be expensive or labor-consuming). We have prepared a list of unique ideas how to wrap money as a gift in a simple and yet effective way.
Banknotes as gift wrapping paper
An alternative way to giving money in an envelope – quick and glamorous solutions
The ideas you will see below can be used for adults as well. They are really universal, but more suitable for kids than the ones you’ve seen so far.
An envelope itself may be a good idea as long as we do not hand it alone. We can put it in a book with a hand-written dedication, which will work as a souvenir itself. What is more, we can put an envelope with a small gift (for instance a tiny figurine that is supposed to bring luck or a pack of chocolates) in a decorative box. Our shop offers bags made of organza (a fabric similar to silk), sateen or linen, which look way more elegant than traditional paper gift bags, and a broad range of sizes, patterns and colors will let you choose a perfect packaging for every occasion. Grand present packing never was as easy as it is now! If you do not know how to pack a gift, you can read about it on our blog.
There are many ways allowing us to resign of using traditional paper envelope containing money. There is plenty of shops in which you can buy greeting cards with a small pocket in which you can put banknotes. It looks way better, than a regular paper envelope.
Money inserted into the wedding greeting card
How to pack money for a gift artfully?
Below, you will find a list of interesting ideas for presents in which you can pack money gifts. Those will include some that will make the bestowed laugh.
How to pack a wedding gift?
Especially on weddings, guests often want to make a good impression with a remarkable and extraordinary gift. They want to give something really special. Some people show notable creativity even when they decide to hand cash. Let’s take a look at some ideas how to pack money gifts in an original and remarkable way.
Piggy bank is an original packaging for money given as a gift
An impressive bouquet and expensive chocolates
Some florists offer original and rarely encountered bouquets made of banknotes. Those „flower arrangements” have money along with or instead of flowers. Sometimes, they are rolled in rouleaus with fancy ribbons or put around the flower itself, but occasionally, you will even find origamis made of banknotes! Alternative for flowers is a bouquet mafe of baloons. Inside those you can place rolled money. For better visual effect, you may also put in them some colorful confetti along with cash.
Wedding bouquet with origami flowers made of banknotes
A wedding bouquet made of money is not the only way to give a funny and original gift – some people prepare boxes of chocolates filled with banknotes! All you have to do is to buy nicely wrapped pralines, eat the chocolates (you can leave some of them), and fill in the empty spots with money (you can wrap them with decorative praline papers. Due to the fact that we will give the box open, the couple probably will not offer it to someone else. Nonetheless, to make sure, you may put a card on it, encouraging them to check what is inside. The ideas we presented so far can be used on different occasions, of course, not only for the wedding!
Banknotes and a billion can be placed in a chocolate box between pralines
How to pack a money gift in a funny way? A piggy bank, photo album or maybe an original photo frame?
An original and interesting way to present someone with money for a gift is putting it into a piggy bank! You can get plenty of those, for instance made of glass, transparent ones. Putting coins in it will not only look interesting, but also make the bestowed happy.
When the wedding present is supposed to be money, you can wrap it in a glass piggy bank placed in an organza bag.
If you are going on a 20, 30, 40, 50 etc birthday party, you may prepare a picture frame with money in it. All you have to do is to get four 10-dollar bills and put it in a frame. Then, add a description saying: “See? 40 isn’t that much!”.
How to pack a money gift for children?
The ideas you will see below can be used for adults as well. They are really universal, but more suitable for kids than the ones you’ve seen so far.
An easy idea to pack money as a gift is a teddy bear holding a purse, for example a mellow velour bag with rolled banknotes inside. This idea is great for different occasions, even for the birth of a newborn baby. When it comes to sacral celebrations, a teddy bear may be replaced with an angel. It will be a perfect as a Baptism favor or a present for First Communion. It is a reliable way to present someone with money with class and secrecy.
Money for a gift can be placed in a bag made of material hung on a teddy bear’s paw. Handing a piggy bank filled with coins is also a great idea.
When it comes to the First Communion, it is worth mentioning one more proposition proper for small children. A special bouquet will be perfect. Many florists’ offer bouquets made of flowers, chocolates lollypops and money. This sweet surprise will make any kid smile.
The author of this next idea was really creative – money can be put into a box of crayons! All you have to do is to wrap crayons with money and decorate the box with a saying: “Color your world.” As an option, you may also put them into a picture frame. Such gift will make the child happy! When it comes to children, drawing supplies will be used to making beautiful drawing. Therefore, this gift will be both nice and practical.
Can a regular envelope be a better solution?
As you can see, there are many ideas for giving cash as a gift, and the only limit to creativity is the giver’s imagination. However, is it always worth using the above ideas, or is it sometimes better to stick to a regular envelope?
It depends on the person you want to give cash as a gift. Among close family and friends, creative ideas usually hit the mark, but with more distant relatives, it’s sometimes safer to stick to a regular envelope. The reason is simple – not everyone has a sense of humor, the same sense of style, or the same attitude towards money. If you know that a particular person doesn’t like trinkets, a piggy bank, or a frame with a humorous message, they probably won’t appreciate it. It’s better to stick to an envelope or an organza bag in such cases. If the recipient is known for their impatience, it would also be awkward to give them banknotes hidden in a bouquet of flowers or in the form of elaborate origami. Save the creative ideas for those who will appreciate them!
What to keep in mind when packing money as a gift?
First and foremost, make sure that the banknotes do not get damaged. If you decide to fold them (e.g., in the form of origami or bows for a bouquet), do it very gently and use perfectly smooth banknotes straight from the ATM. Ensure that they are not exposed to moisture, in case it rains during an outdoor ceremony. Also, remember to place them in the composition in such a way that the recipient can easily retrieve them without causing any damage.
Make sure the recipient doesn’t miss the gift! It may seem unlikely, but for example, a newlywed couple in the excitement of their wedding day might overlook the “addition” in the bouquet or chocolates. So, include a large and legible note with wishes and information that they should take a closer look at the gift. Once the emotions settle, they will surely discover the hidden money. You can also do this by presenting the gift. Just inform them that there is additional content inside the bag/piggy bank/chocolate packaging.
Now we know how to pack money as a gift
There are many ideas for packing money. It is worth showing creativity
As you can see, there are some easy ways how to turn a money gift into something beautiful and original. Banknotes packed in those ways will make the bestowed even more happy and you can be sure that they will remember your gift for a long time.
