Tip #1
Try to spread your gift wrapping over a period of time, instead of trying to get it all done in one night. This way you can wrap one or two gifts at a time and that will help greatly if you get sore hands from arthritis.

Tip #2
Consider investing in 3M scotch tape dispensers. You can pick one up at any office supply store. These are weighted and sit on the desk to keep you from having to fumble with tape. You can get a piece of tape with one hand quickly and easily. They are also not expensive - anywhere between five and ten dollars.

Tip #3
Use gift bags whenever possible. Gift bags are great, and you can find a large assortment at any discount or dollar store. They are inexpensive and easy to use. I usually wrap the gift in a sheet of tissue paper, but you don't have to, just put the item at the bottom, then top with a few sheets of tissue paper and you're done! No tape, no wrapping paper, it's easy and quick.

Tip #4
Instead of topping off your gift with ribbon, which can be a hassle to tie and such, use those great sticky star bows you can get in a large package. They peel and stick and look so pretty.

Don't be afraid to ask for some help, my mom used to let us help her with Christmas gifts- she would wrap and we would stick the little star on, and hand her the tape. It will help you and create some memories for you and
the kids or hubby.

Have fun gift wrapping and remember it's not the wrapping, but the gift and thought that counts!

By : Stefanie Leale ©2006 Butyoudontlooksick.com