Jackson County - Gift Wrapping
Youth participating in the gift-wrapping project will learn how to wrap various shaped containers using different wrapping techniques and their own creative themes.
Project Resources
accessibility statement:
The following PDF document is available in print in the Jackson County Extension Office
exhibit guidelines
- 4-H member must fill out a record sheet to be turned in with the green / white record book.
- Packages wrapped for exhibit should not contain an article.
- Attach to project 4-H-618AW "4-H Craft Information Card" for description of work completed on the project.
- If multiple pieces make up the exhibit, a photograph of the complete exhibit should be attached to the exhibit so the total exhibit can properly be displayed.
- For safety purposes any craft exhibit that resembles a sword, knife, or look-a-like weapon, will be judged but will not be displayed.
exhibit class guidelines
Beginner (Grades 3 - 5)
- Wrap at least 4 square or rectangular boxes during the year.
- You may use a purchased bow while practicing.
- You may use purchased paper.
Exhibit - Creatively wrap a square or rectangle box for exhibit.
intermediate (Grades 6 - 8)
- Wrap at least 6 square, rectangular or cylinder shaped gift boxes during the year.
- Make your own bows.
- Make your own paper or use fabric, newsprint, maps, diapers, sacks or other materials.
Exhibit - Creatively wrap a unique shaped box for exhibit (cylinder, box with lid, etc.)
advanced (Grades 9 - 12)
- Wrap at least 8 gift boxes during the year.
- Make your own paper or use some other wrapping material.
- Be creative and imaginative. Incorporate ideas like flowers, bells, clowns, animals, etc., in your decorations.
- Wrap lid and box separately at least once.
Exhibit - Creatively wrap any box or container of your choosing.
The Grand Champion for this project is eligible to go to the Indiana State Fair for Arts & Crafts. This is a county project, however each 4-H'er must attach to project 4-H-618AW "4-H Craft Information Card" for description of work completed on the project. Find this card by navigating the Indiana state project page for Arts & Crafts.