Wrap Art: How to create Band Collage

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All you need is pieces of paper, tape, glue sticks, hot glue or double sided tape, and these three ideas.

Absorb these 3 ideas

You can use small fragments of paper.

You can use odd, non-wrapping materials.

Focus on the front of the package.

The back of the package is backstage; it's ok to let it be messy.

Contrast of color.

Contrast of light and dark.

Contrast of texture or material.

Contrast of line (angled paper on rectangular boxes).

40 pages, 7"x7", full color, hardcover or paperback.

How to: the Bottle Wrap
	The Bottle The bottle must have clear plastic labels; those labels can, with care, be removed. Pull slowly so that you leave no adhesive. Extra adhesive can be removed with label remover or rubber cement thinner. Wash the bottle as thoroughly as you can.
	Cut off the Neck I used a jig saw to remove the neck. Take care; cutting can be dangerous.
	Cut the Bottle I used a jig saw for this too. But you could also use hand saws or matte knives too. Again, please be careful. Do not cut all the way through. This makes a hinge and keeps the wrap stable with only a simple piece of tape for closure. You will have to complete the clean-up of the bottle at this point. Remove any remaining residues and dry out the bottle.
	Place the Gift Inside Use tissue paper to hold it qietly in place.
	Close & Seal the Bottle A piece of tape will close the package. Now you are ready to trim out the wrap.
	Add Trim to Complete the Wrap You need at least one ribbon or band of paper to cover up the cut in the bottle. And you will need a bow, seal or object to close up the hole where the neck was removed.