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Furoshiki: Japanese wrapping with a cloth
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Quick answer
A cloth instead of paper — stylish, reusable and striking.
Furoshiki is the art of wrapping with a square cloth. It looks refined, works for all kinds of shapes, and the cloth itself is part of the gift.
Choose the right cloth size
The cloth should be about three times as large as the gift. Too small is frustrating; too large becomes unwieldy.
Learn one basic knot
The standard wrap with two knots is enough for most boxes. Short three-step tutorials are online.
Combine with a small card
Slide a card under the knot. Personal without extra plastic.
Mention the cloth is reusable
Some recipients do not know they may keep the cloth. A short line on the card helps.
Conclusion: how to put it into practice
Furoshiki makes wrapping a second gift. Start with one beautiful cloth and a simple knot — the effect is bigger than the effort.