Gift Wrapping Carnilove Treats with Jane Means

Christmas is a time to give back to those that mean the most to you, and that includes your four-legged family members. “But what’s the best way to wrap a present for them” we hear you ask. Well, we’ve got you covered. We’ve partnered with professional gift wrapper, Jane Means to show you the best way to wrap presents for your pet ahead of Christmas.

Kimono Wrap Gift Wrapping Tutorial for Dogs

This kimono-style wrap is sure to impress, and it makes unwrapping the treats a fun experience for your hound. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve this:

Materials Needed:

1. Brown paper (provided in wrapping package)
2. Scissors
3. Double-sided tape
4. Gift Tag or embellishment (avoid any choking hazards)
5. A Bag of Carnilove Dog treats to wrap
6. Carnilove Dog treats to layer in between

1. Cut the brown paper – measure your brown paper to be large enough to fully wrap the bag of dog treats with extra for the kimono layer. Add about 4 inches of width on each side for the folding design
2. Position the treat bag – place the treat bag in the center of the paper
3. Create the base wrap – fold the top edge of the paper down and over the treat bag. Secure it with a very small tab of double-sided tape
4. Form the kimono sleeves – fold each side of the paper inward diagonally, creating a triangular overlap over the treat bag. Insert the odd treat as you go along. Secure the last folded edge with tape
5. Neatly fold over the open end and secure with double sided tape
6. Final embellishments – add decorative accents, like a small tag with the dog’s name or a stamped paw print. In this tutorial I’ve cut out a dog bone and added the name.

Christmas Cone Gift Wrapping Tutorial for Cats

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to making personalised paper cones for cat treats:

Materials Needed:

1. Brown paper
2. Double-sided tape
3. Scissors
4. Sharpie Pen or a stamp
5. Carnilove Cat treats of your choice

1. Prepare the brown paper – doodle your design with a sharpie pen onto some brown paper then cut the brown paper into a square. E.g. 8”x8” (or adjust depending on desired cone size).
2. Form the cone roll the square diagonally to create a cone shape. Adjust to ensure the bottom is slightly open so the treats can just fall through. Use double-sided tape or glue to secure the overlapping edges of the cone
3. Personalise the cone – write the cat’s name or a fun phrase like “Purr-fect Treats”, Add paw prints, fish shapes, or cute drawings with a marker pen or a stamp.
4. Fill with treats
5. Seal the cone – fold the top slightly or leave it open for an inviting look. Use a small sticker or a piece of double sided tape to keep the cone closed if needed. You can also fold some card over the top and write the pets name.

Tips for Wrapping Gifts for Pets

• If you’re giving these as gifts to other cat owners, you can include a handwritten tag or a playful message
• Consider eco-friendly packaging wherever possible
• Your furry friend (or your friends’ cats) will adore this thoughtful, handmade gift. It’s a treat dispenser too

Watch the Tutorial: