Latest News

Furoshiki gift wrapping

27 Dec, 2023 | Gifts | Lifestyle | Return|

Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese method of wrapping gifts using recycled or sustainably sourced pieces of cloth. You'll need a square piece of cloth (Furoshiki), your gift, and a flat surface to work on. 

 

  1. Select a Furoshiki cloth that is large enough to wrap your gift while leaving some extra fabric for folding and tying. The size of the cloth will depend on the size of your gift. 

  1. Lay the cloth flat on your working surface, with the pattern or design facing down. Place your gift in the center of the cloth. 

  1. Fold one corner of the cloth diagonally across the gift to the opposite corner. The gift should now be covered by a triangle-shaped portion of the cloth. 

  1. Fold the remaining corners of the cloth over the top of the gift, one by one. Make sure the folds are snug but not too tight. Tuck the excess fabric underneath the gift. 

  1. Gather the two opposite corners of the cloth that are now at the top of the gift. Tie them together into a simple knot. You can use a double knot if needed to secure the wrapping. 

  1. Adjust the folds and fabric as needed to create a neat and visually pleasing wrapping. You can also add a decorative touch, such as a ribbon or a small ornament, by tucking it under the knot or tying it around the knot. 

 

Back to Real Farmer

Related

Winter reads: Dame Suzy D My Story

Winter reads: Dame Suzy D My Story

In her own words, and in her distinctive style, Dame Susan tells the story of her life. Frank, funn...

Read More
Winter reads: The Call

Winter reads: The Call

After surviving a brutal attack, Auckland cop DS Honey Chalmers has returned to her hometown, Waitut...

Read More
Triple drench resistance an emerging issue

Triple drench resistance an emerging issue

Livestock monocultures and inappropriate drenching practices are contributing to the emergence of in...

Read More
Corporate support lifts for farmer carbon efforts

Corporate support lifts for farmer carbon efforts

As the world tries to haul itself closer to a zero-carbon position, farmers are increasingly coming ...

Read More
Meet the Merchant: Produce Pals Fruit ’n’ Veges

Meet the Merchant: Produce Pals Fruit ’n’ Veges

Produce Pals Fruit ’n’ Veges in Tinwald, Ashburton delivers fresh, affordable local produce with a...

Read More
Farmer confidence stubbornly low

Farmer confidence stubbornly low

Farm confidence has fallen since the start of the year, with debt, interest rates, and banks causing...

Read More




Account Selector