{"product_id":"9781635865547","title":"The Soul of Gift Wrapping: Creative Techniques for Expressing Gratitude, Inspired by the Japanese Art of Giving","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith a combination of inventive wrapping designs, inspiring personal essays, and step-by-step techniques, Megumi Inouye invites readers to transform the act of wrapping into a gratitude practice. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \"If Marie Kondo inspired you to change the way you fold T-shirts, then artist Megumi Lorna Inouye’s guide to creating beautiful gift-wrapping is for you.\"—\u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Drawing on the gift-giving traditions of her Japanese heritage, Inouye explores how the act of giving a thoughtfully wrapped gift can be a creative, caring act for both the giver and the receiver. Using recycled and repurposed materials, Inouye’s approach inspires readers to think intentionally about the presentation of every gift, whether it's a tip for an unseen hotel housekeeper, a simple gift of fresh fruit for a neighbor, or a special birthday gift for a beloved family member. Detailed step-by-step photos teach Inouye's artful approach to every aspect of wrapping—including tape-free folding, paper and fabric bows, clever message tags, and one-of-a-kind approaches for odd-shaped items—and guide readers in creating their own unique gift presentations. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Storey Publishing, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47918045397232,"sku":"9781635865547","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781635865547_p0.jpg?v=1763760496","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781635865547","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}