HEs Pumpkin Tin: The Gift is in the Pumpkin This Time

I usually prefer gift packaging that doesn't end up in the recycling bin after unwrapping. The handmade pumpkin box is available in six colors and is made by SteinKunstWerk after you order. As reusable packaging, it is suitable for a small, dry gift.

What goes inside?

It must be small. Two or three good chocolates, a rolled-up personal note, a small gift certificate, or another little something that suits the person. You can also make a tea gift out of it: Do not try to cram a whole tea package into a small box. Instead, use the box as the centerpiece and place the tea next to it.

The packaging is part of the gift

I would do without additional wrapping paper. A narrow ribbon, a small name tag on it – done. If you want it to look more autumnal, place a dry leaf or a small branch under the ribbon. I wouldn't add any more decoration.

If you use a real small decorative or edible pumpkin, place it next to the packaging instead of putting food or the gift directly into the hollowed-out pumpkin flesh. This is cleaner and more flexible later.

A little gift for in between

For a big birthday, the idea alone would be too small for me. As a thank you, a small gift for a colleague, or for an autumn visit, I think it is just right.

If you would rather try out with a real pumpkin how pumpkins can be used as a gift or packaging, you will find three simple pumpkin gift ideas in my post.

Do you have a question for HE?

Write to me in the comments what you want to wrap. Then we will think about how you can fit it nicely inside without unnecessary packaging material.

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