# Interactive Origami Wrapping Papers Ilovehandles' Gift Wrap is Fun, Engaging and Thoughtful By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-wrapping-paper References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/09/01/wrapping-paper-origami-instructions-ilovehandles-product-design/) & [ilovehandles](http://www.ilovehandles.com/shop/origami-wrap/) As the holidays are fast approaching, Ilovehandles offers the perfect [gift packaging product](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scented-gift-wrap) — origami wrapping paper. The innovative idea is simple, engaging and instills a wonderful sense of whimsicality. Each sheet comes with printed instructions that guide individuals as they create their own Japanese-inspired visual art. The Portland-based design studio boasts six different version of its origami wrapping paper — a crane, a dog, an iris, a frog, a balloon and a fish. Gifts can be carefully opened and their thin vessel can be folded to create an angular object — a great decor piece. Ilovehandles' contribution does not only omit the need to clean up a mess afterward, but it also answers to [principles of sustainability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lind-lime-gin). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Gift Wrapping:** Opportunity for businesses to create interactive and engaging gift wrapping products. - **DIY Gift Wrapping:** Opportunity for businesses to create DIY gift wrapping products that allow users to customize their gift wrap. - **Sustainable Gift Wrapping:** Opportunity for businesses to create more sustainable gift wrapping products that minimize waste and environmental impact. ### Who This Affects Most - **Retail:** Retailers can introduce interactive and sustainable gift wrapping products to create a unique customer experience. - **Design:** Designers can create innovative and fun gift wrapping products that stand out in the market. - **Craft:** Craft businesses can offer DIY gift wrapping products that allow customers to personalize their gift wrap and enhance the gift-giving experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Confetti-Filled Wrapping Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confetti-wrapping-paper.md) - [Water-Soluble Wrapping Paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birthday-gift-wrap.md) - [AI-Powered Gift-Wrapping Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-food-group.md) - [Sustainable Biomaterial Gift Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomaterilal-gift-wrap.md) - [Festive Bamboo Tissues Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackatree.md) - [Paper-Made Origami Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanging-origami-lamp.md) - [Creative Gift Wrap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clash-royale.md) - [QR-Coded Reusable Gift Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokki.md) - [Parks-Themed Wrapping Paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parks-project-wrapping-paper.md)