Pinecones, dried oranges, sprigs of greenery, and gathered herbs transform ordinary packages into gifts worth photographing. Plus, nature provides these materials free of charge. So, here’s how to skip the bow aisle and forage your way to beautiful gift toppers.

But that soup can or coffee tin holds serious gift-giving potential! The cylindrical shape fits items that boxes struggle with. The sturdy walls protect delicate contents during travel. And with a little creativity, the industrial aesthetic transforms into rustic charm.

Paper rips. Bows fall off. And somehow, no matter how carefully you fold, the corners never look quite right. But fabric changes everything. It forgives imperfect folds, drapes elegantly over irregular shapes, and adds a layer of luxury that paper simply can’t match.