Wrap gifts in kraft paper

I have a giant roll of kraft paper that I wrap every present with, and I pick up ribbons from art supply or thrift stores. Streamlined the gift wrapping process, I no longer panic before a birthday party lol.

1. For birthday presents - I get the kids to decorate the wrapped present (instead of getting a separate birthday card). This becomes a personalized message <3

2. For Christmas - I print portraits out for my loved ones from the past year. This started before the kiddos could read their own names, so they can easily identify the presents meant for them. Now it's just a nice family tradition that we do.