The Perfect Way To Wrap A Music-Lover's Present

Shana Ecker
Updated

Did you run out of wrapping paper while covering those last-minute-gifts? Before heading out to the store, consider agift wrapping ideausing something you already have in the house. How about sheet music? This material is perfect for a music-lover or anyone who appreciates a repurposing DIY project.

Try it in place of traditional paper and embellishing it with a little bell or a guitar pick. These pages are also great to line envelopes for your holiday cards. Just trace the shape of the flap onto the paper, cut it out and stick with double-sided tape. You can do the same with old maps, dictionary pages and antique cookbooks, too!

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gift wrapping ideas

Click through our slideshow to get some ideas for great homemade gifts. Happy holidays!

Tea Wreath

This <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/20/homemade-gift-idea-tea-bag-wreath_n_2331607.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">unique wreath</a> is perfect for any hostess, homemaker or tea-lover you know.

Striped Umbrella

Turn a blah umbrella into a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/19/homemade-gift-idea-umbrella-diy_n_2325075.html">stylish accessory</a> in no time.
Turn a blah umbrella into a stylish accessory in no time.

Leather Pouch

A <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/18/homemade-gift-ideas-leather-pouch_n_2317537.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">one-of-a-kind gift</a> that only costs $15 to make.
A one-of-a-kind gift that only costs $15 to make.

Collegiate Scarf

Forget the college bookstore -- you won't even need to leave home to make <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/17/homemade-gift-ideas-collegiate-scarf_n_2315311.html">this spirited gift</a>.
Forget the college bookstore -- you won't even need to leave home to make this spirited gift.

Shower Curtain

This <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/16/homemade-gift-ideas-shower-curtain_n_2303525.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">hand-embroidered shower curtain</a> will turn any bathroom into a fun and relaxing oasis.

Instagram Cards

Bring memories to life by turning <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/14/homemade-gift-ideas-instagram-cards_n_2294071.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">Instagram photos</a> into a very personal greeting card set.

Fabric Scrap Keychains

<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/13/homemade-gift-ideas-fabric-scrap-keychain_n_2286828.html">These keychains</a> make inexpensive stocking stuffers.
These keychains make inexpensive stocking stuffers.

Animal Bookends

Brighten up a bookshelf with these fun and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/12/homemade-gift-ideas-animal-bookends_n_2278818.html">colorful bookends</a>.
Brighten up a bookshelf with these fun and colorful bookends.

Wool Throw Blankets

A great way to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/10/homemade-gift-ideas-wool-blankets_n_2272895.html">stay warm</a> and cozy this winter!
A great way to stay warm and cozy this winter!

Typographic Coasters

A great <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/10/homemade-gift-ideas-typographic-coasters_n_2271648.html">gift for anyone</a> who has an opinion on Helvetica vs Times New Roman.
A great gift for anyone who has an opinion on Helvetica vs Times New Roman.

Altoid Tin Toolbox

This <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/07/homemade-gift-ideas-altoid-toolbox_n_2259505.html">mini toolbox</a> is the perfect place to store nails, screws and other small hardware.
This mini toolbox is the perfect place to store nails, screws and other small hardware.

Heart-Shaped Potholders

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/06/homemade-gift-ideas-heart-pot-holders_n_2251110.html">perfect gift</a> for the hostess with the mostess.
The perfect gift for the hostess with the mostess.

iPhone Book Dock

A <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/05/homemade-gift-ideas-iphone-dock_n_2246125.html">decorative way</a> to hold and charge your smartphone.
A decorative way to hold and charge your smartphone.

Neckties For Men

Give him something he <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/05/homemade-gift-ideas-men-neck-ties_n_2237939.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">will actually use</a>.
Give him something he will actually use.

Monogrammed Mugs

A great <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/03/homemade-gift-ideas-monogrammed-mugs_n_2233850.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">way to personalize</a> a practical item.
A great way to personalize a practical item.

Icy Treat Cell Phone Holders

These cute popsicles and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/03/homemade-gift-ideas-ice-cream-phone-case_n_2231031.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">ice cream sandwiches</a> will help you stay organized.

Pantone Chip Magnets

A <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/30/homemade-gift-ideas-pantone-magnets_n_2219894.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">colorful gift </a>any artsy friend would love.
A colorful gift any artsy friend would love.

Confetti-Sprinkled Napkins

A great gift to give the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/29/homemade-gift-ideas-confetti-napkins_n_2212603.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">frequent entertainer</a> on your list.
A great gift to give the frequent entertainer on your list.

Paint-Splattered Umbrella

Brighten up a rainy day with a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/28/homemade-gift-ideas-umbrella_n_2205418.html">neon umbrella</a>.
Brighten up a rainy day with a neon umbrella.

Knitted Coasters

Practice knitting squares make for a perfect <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/27/homemade-gift-ideas-knitted-coasters_n_2198645.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">set of coasters</a>.
Practice knitting squares make for a perfect set of coasters.

Washi Tape Journals

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/26/homemade-gift-ideas-washi-tape-journal_n_2193118.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">perfect gift for the writer</a> on your list.
The perfect gift for the writer on your list.

Monogrammed Soaps

This <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/homemade-gift-ideas-mongrammed-soap_n_2173140.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">gift is really easy</a> to personalize.
This gift is really easy to personalize.

Paper Doll Kit

Give a gift that <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/homemade-gift-paper-doll-kit_n_2165238.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">any creative and crafty kid</a> would adore!
Give a gift that any creative and crafty kid would adore!

His And Hers Pillowcases

These <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/homemade-gift-his-and-hers-pillowcases_n_2166747.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">his and hers pillowcases</a> are perfect for any couple sharing an apartment or moving into their first home together!

Kindle Case

Any e-reader owner will love this <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/19/homemade-gift-kindle-case_n_2160348.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">one-of-a-kind case</a>.
Any e-reader owner will love this one-of-a-kind case.

Neon Coiled Bowls

Fill <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/19/homemade-gift-idea-neon-coiled-bowls_n_2158007.html">these bowls</a> with something they love to make this the ultimate gift.
Fill these bowls with something they love to make this the ultimate gift.

Chic Luggage Tag

This <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/05/craft-of-the-day-luggage-tag_n_1943372.html">personalized fabric tag</a> is perfect for the jet-setter on your list.
This personalized fabric tag is perfect for the jet-setter on your list.

Placemat Clutch

Turn a funky-patterned placemat into a one-of-a-kind <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/26/craft-of-the-day-turn-a-p_n_1450510.html?1350328069">fashion accessory</a> for the fashionista on your list.
Turn a funky-patterned placemat into a one-of-a-kind fashion accessory for the fashionista on your list.

Wristlet Key Fobs

A cute and customized <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/11/craft-of-the-day-wristlet-key-fob_n_1865445.html" target="_hplink">ribbon key fob</a> to carry their keys.
A cute and customized ribbon key fob to carry their keys.

Make Embellished Dishtowels

Their kitchen will look brighter with these pretty, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/11/craft-of-the-day-embellished-dishtowels_n_1415075.html?1350329605">embellished dish towels</a>.
Their kitchen will look brighter with these pretty, embellished dish towels.

Photo Collage Star

Make a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/24/craft-of-the-day-collage_n_1229244.html?1350335749">decorative photo collage</a> with meaningful photos for the recipient.
Make a decorative photo collage with meaningful photos for the recipient.

DIY Cocktail Ring

Use an <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/13/craft-of-the-day-cocktail-ring_n_1339492.html?1350332112">old costume earring or button</a> to create a fancy (and inexpensive!) ring. Perfect for someone who loves fun and unique jewelry.

Paint Swirl Vases

Give the gift of funky home decor with these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/03/craft-of-the-day-paint-swirl-vase_n_1466328.html?1350327220">swirled vases</a>.
Give the gift of funky home decor with these swirled vases.

Keyboard Message

Use old keys from a keyboard to create <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/08/craft-of-the-day-gift-made-keyboard_n_1472208.html?1350327028">a personalized gift</a> with a meaningful message.
Use old keys from a keyboard to create a personalized gift with a meaningful message.

Marbled Drinking Glasses

Use nail polish to give plain <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/10/craft-of-the-day-marbled-glasses_n_1472457.html?1350326605">glassware</a> a pop of color. Perfect for a friend with a new home or apartment.
Use nail polish to give plain glassware a pop of color. Perfect for a friend with a new home or apartment.

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