DIY: Using paper from an old Road Atlas as wrapping paper.

Hey Y'all!

We had a gradation to attend for a lovely young lady that I just know will do great things and contribute goodness to this world.

To all that have graduated - A HUGE Congratulations to you!!!!

We decided to gift her a leather journal with hand-made papers and some fun pencils. I hope she is able to write and capture the next phase of her life. Even, especially, all the hiccups she encounters along the way, because I believe, that is what makes us stronger, wiser. I decided to wrap it up using paper from a Road Atlas Book. I had purchased this atlas for journaling, but it makes great wrapping paper too!

This Road Atlas measures approximately 15 x 10 for one page, and approximately 15 x 21.25. So its a good size for wrapping some items. I love the feeling of it, once the gift was wrapped.

We opted for Florida, because this girl is a huge Disney World fan. I just thought it made it a little more personalized.

I added some twine to finish it off and that was it. Super cute, and super easy.

Until next time - Stay Crafty & Happy! - Maddie

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