Soft toys are always a fan favourite at birthdays, Christmas and special occasions. But, while they’re often well-received by children, they’re also incredibly awkward to wrap for adults. The shape throws every standard wrapping technique out the window. 

Don’t panic - there are several ways to get your plush present looking beautiful, and in less time than you’d expect, too. 

Option 1: Tissue paper and a gift bag

The simplest solution, and often the most effective, is a large gift bag with a generous layer of tissue paper. 

• Get a gift bag large enough to properly hide the plush toy
  

• Layer several pieces of tissue paper together - the more layers, the fluffier!
  

• Fold the paper in half and push gently into the bag
  

• Tuck the plush toy within the layers so it’s mostly hidden
  

• Fluff the tissue paper around the toy to conceal the surprise
  

• Add a ribbon around the handles for an extra level of flair 
  
  

Option 2: Furoshiki wrapping

Furoshiki is the Japanese art of wrapping gifts in fabric. It’s a brilliant way to wrap soft toys, and the result always looks impressive. 

• Lay a large square of thin fabric flat on a stable surface
  

• Place the plush toy in the middle of the square
  

• Bring two opposite corners up and tie them over the top of the toy, without pulling too hard
  

• Bring the other two corners up and tie a knot or bow so the toy sits securely inside the fabric bundle 
  
  

Option 3: Wrapping paper 

Standard wrapping paper can also be used to wrap a plush toy, but not in the standard way you may be thinking. 

• Wrap a long length of wrapping paper around the soft toy
  

• Tape the bottom to create a stable base
  

• Carefully gather the top of the paper loosely around the toy and tie it with a ribbon, creating a bouquet shape
  

• Curl the ribbon ends to perfect the finish look
  
  

Option 4: A drawstring bag

A cotton drawstring bag may not look the most elegant, but it’s a practical and reusable solution. 

• Choose a drawstring bag that is reasonably larger than the plush toy
  

• Line the bag with tissue paper for added flair
  

• Pull the bag closed and secure it with a ribbon for the child to open
  
  

Option 5: A doll carrier, stroller or crib

If you don’t want to wrap the plush toy, staging it with an accessory can help encourage open-ended playtime.

• Depending on the toy, choose an appropriately-sized carrier, stroller or crib
  

• Leave the toy in their bedroom or playroom and guide them to find it
  

• Sit back and watch how their imagination comes to life!
  
  

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