How to Fold a Furoshiki Easily

Invented in Japan hundreds of years ago, this zero-waste gift-wrapping technique is making a big comeback. Traditionally, furoshiki refers to the art of folding a piece of fabric to wrap gifts or everyday items. Today, the term also refers to the fabric square itself.

Practical, beautiful, and budget-friendly, this eco-friendly wrapping method is a great alternative to traditional wrapping paper — which generates over 20,000 tons of waste every year. With furoshiki, you can wrap all kinds of objects by simply adjusting the fabric size and using a folding technique adapted to your gift.

Convinced? Let us show you a few simple ways to fold your furoshiki.

Wrapping a rectangular box:

1. Place your gift in the center of the fabric square

2. Fold over one corner

3. Fold the opposite corner over it

4. Do the same with the remaining two corners

5. Tie a simple or double knot with the last two corners

6. Your zero-waste gift is ready to give!

1. Stand the bottle in the center of the fabric

2. Bring two opposite ends up and tie a knot over the top

3. Cross the two remaining ends around the bottle

4. Tie a firm knot to secure the fabric

Your stylish bottle wrap is ready!

Wrapping with the diamond fold:

1. Place the item in the center of the square

2. Tie a knot with two opposite corners

3. Tie a double knot with the remaining corners
   Your furoshiki is ready to go!

To fold your furoshiki easily and beautifully, the choice of fabric matters.
Since furoshiki is meant to be reused for years, opt for quality fabric.
When it comes to prints, we recommend double-sided patterns, as some folding methods reveal both sides of the fabric.

As for size: your furoshiki should typically be three times larger than the width of your object.
For example, if your gift is 33 cm wide, use a fabric square around 99×99 cm.

If you're comfortable with sewing, you can make your own furoshiki by finishing the edges of your fabric. You'll find plenty of inspiration in our selection of fabrics sold by the meter.

At Papa Pique et Maman Coud, we offer three ready-to-use furoshiki sizes, already hemmed and perfectly suited to most gifts:

• Small size (32×32 cm) – ideal for small gifts like mini vanity cases, hair clip boxes, and more

• Medium size (48×48 cm) – perfect for gifts about 16 cm long, such as wallets, pouches, or paperbacks

• Large size (72×72 cm) – great for bulkier items like tote bags or toiletry kits

If you need to wrap a very large gift, don’t worry — you’ll definitely find what you need in our fabric by the meter section!