As the holiday season approaches, a captivating video showcasing a new method of wrapping gifts is gaining traction on social media. This viral sensation is actually a modified version of another popular video, designed to break down the technique into simpler steps. With all the excitement surrounding it, we had to take a closer look. Spoiler alert? Our gift-wrapping skills still leave much to be desired.
The Japanese department store Takashimaya has previously gone viral for its innovative and, as they claim, foolproof gift-wrapping technique, which supposedly takes only 15 seconds. While that may be achievable for a pro, it sounds ambitious for someone like me, especially after a few glasses of wine! If you’re curious, their instructional video has garnered over 14 million views—take a peek to see what all the fuss is about.
Seriously, though, am I the only one who feels completely lost watching that? Their hands move so swiftly while I’m still struggling with tape and scissors, leaving me with a mess of crumpled paper and sticky fingers. Can someone please slow it down?
Fortunately, a kind YouTube user named Jackson has stepped in with a more detailed tutorial that’s far less frantic. After watching him demonstrate the technique, I found myself feeling a little calmer. While there’s still a lot to digest, his instructions make the process seem almost manageable. At least he’s paced it well enough that I’m not dizzy after trying to follow along. Because, honestly, no one can pull that off in just 15 seconds!
However, it’s worth mentioning that this video only covers wrapping a perfectly rectangular box. As someone who has had the challenge of wrapping gifts of all shapes and sizes—most of which end up looking like they’ve been through a blender—I can’t help but wonder if there’s a quick method for those bulky toys or oddly-shaped gifts. Now that would be impressive!
But wait! There actually is a time-saving wrapping technique! You can master wrapping rectangular boxes like a pro, or you can simply embrace my secret gift wrap solution that’s bound to take the internet by storm: gift bags and tissue paper.
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In summary, this holiday season, while we might not master the art of gift wrapping, we can certainly find joy in the simpler methods—like using gift bags and tissue paper.