Porcelain is a gift fit for a great many occasions – both formal and private. However, the quality wares that are created from it have the fact that the higher grade they are, the more susceptible they are to damage. Therefore, they need to be well protected. How to do this effectively and efficiently? Read on and find out how to pack china for a gift.
What is the best way to pack china for a gift?
Do you want to give your loved ones a porcelain gift but don’t know how best to pack it? Here are ways you can use:
- Using ready-made packaging – this is by far the quickest way to pack a gift. You’ll find many gift boxes in the shops in a variety of formats and shapes. Their advantage is not only the simplicity of packaging, but also the fact that you don’t have to wrap them in paper additionally.
- Wrapping a gift in foil or kraft paper – although it takes some skill to wrap delicate porcelain in paper alone, you can achieve a very interesting effect using this method. For a better visual effect, you can also wrap the decorative wrapping in which the manufacturer wrapped the porcelain.
- Prepare handmade packaging – making the packaging yourself allows you to personalise your gift. A good idea would be to use cardboard boxes and decorate them with gift paper, for example. For tips on how to do this, see the article: How to wrap gifts in decorative paper.
How to wrap a porcelain gift in a simple way?
For a porcelain gift to be the perfect gift, it needs to be packaged both neatly and securely so that it does not get damaged in transit. But don’t worry – its preparation doesn’t have to be complicated at all. How do you pack delicate china? Here’s what you need to do:
- Prepare the necessary materials – cardboard box, tissue paper, decorative foil or gift paper. Also remember scissors, adhesive tape or glue.
- Secure the china – this is an important step, especially if you don’t have corporate packaging. Wrap the porcelain in bubble wrap, tissue paper or several layers of kraft paper. If you are packing plates, you can also wrap them in layers of paper or thin cardboard to protect them from breakage.
- Fill in the blanks – place special parcel fillers or paper in the box to prevent the fragile china from moving around inside. Wondering what else you can use? You’ll find tips in our article: What to fill a gift box with.
- Add decorations – finally, wrap the gift in cellophane or decorative paper and decorate it with ribbons, raffia or bows. And you’re done!
How to decorate the finished gift in a striking way?
The china has been securely packed in the box of your choice – you already know it will definitely survive the journey. However, it is worth ensuring that the gift looks aesthetically pleasing. So if there are any decorations still missing on your prepared package, be sure to add them! To make your packaged china look effective, you can use:
- A decorative ribbon ribbon or a bow – these add a touch of elegance to the gift and, as they are available in many colours, can be easily matched to the occasion and the look of the gift.
- Decorativepaper – this is the classic way to decorate a gift. Many of us cannot imagine giving a box without first wrapping it in coloured paper.
- Reefs and jute strings – these work well if you’re looking for a natural and minimalist look for your gift.
- Personalised extras – you can also attach a signature or greeting label to the gift, which will further emphasise the personalised nature of the gift.
What to keep in mind when packing a porcelain gift?
When preparing a porcelain gift, it is extremely important to secure it well. You can use different kinds of decorative papers, tissue paper, fillers or cotton wool for this purpose. You may also be tempted to use seasonal fillings – moss, autumn leaves and twigs will look beautiful and protect the delicate porcelain from breakage.
And don’t forget the decorations – choose them depending on the occasion and the effect you want to achieve. You can use decorative ribbons, colourful bows or strings of natural raffia. Use ready-made gift labels and sign them or put personalised greetings on them.
In addition to china, are you also planning to give glasses but don’t know how to wrap them? Read our post: How to wrap glasses for a gift? and give a unique gift!