1. Add flair to gifts Let's start with the most obvious way to use ribbon: for wrapping gifts. I like to use a few different types of ribbon when I wrap, and get a bit creative with it ...

One perk of ordering your gifts sooner is ... paper or trying to get the ribbon to curl just so. Below, we listed some of the most popular retailers that offer gift-wrapping services.

And she's right. This hack is as straightforward as it gets: Instead of discarding ribbons from gifts, packaging, or holiday treats, set them aside. Then, when you're in need of a quick ...