We’ve all done it. Spent time choosing the perfect gift, then wrapped it in whatever was left on the roll from last year.

The wrapping is the first thing someone sees. Beautiful paper tells them the gift was chosen with care before they’ve even opened it.

That’s the idea behind our Barbara Behr wrapping paper books.

What’s in a wrapping paper book?

Each book holds 10 sheets of premium flat wrap, every one a different design. Each sheet measures 50 x 70 cm, a good size for books, boxes and most everyday gifts.

The Christmas book also includes 9 matching gift tags, so the finishing touch is taken care of.

The books are designed by Barbara Behr and made in Germany by Coppenrath, as part of their Schöner Schenken range. Roughly translated, that means “giving beautifully”. It’s a fitting name.

Why flat sheets beat a roll

Flat sheets stay crisp. There’s no curling paper fighting you as you wrap and no crushed end from the back of the cupboard.

The book format keeps every sheet flat and protected until you need it. It also lets you choose the right design for each person, rather than wrapping every gift the same way.

Victorian charm, Barbara Behr style

Barbara Behr’s work has a distinctive Victorian, vintage feel. Rich colours, intricate patterns and old-world charm. Her paper looks less like wrapping and more like something you’d want to keep.

Plenty of people do. Some recipients fold the sheet carefully and save it, or reuse it for another gift.

Many books to choose from

Including these at $39.99 each:

• Christmas: festive vintage designs for the season.
• Kaleidoscope: a colourful mix of patterns.
• I Love Blue: designs built around shades of blue.
• Toile de Jouy Floral: classic toile and floral prints.
• Woodland Floral: botanical and woodland-inspired designs.

The non-Christmas books are perfect all year round. Birthdays, weddings, Mother’s Day and thank-you gifts all deserve beautiful paper.

A gift in itself

A Barbara Behr wrapping paper book also makes a lovely gift on its own. It’s ideal for the friend who loves to wrap, the crafter in the family, or anyone who appreciates beautiful paper.

Shop the range

Find our full range of Barbara Behr wrapping paper books at www.myornaments.com.au. Afterpay is available.