While a few sheets of bubble wrap make an easy cushion for delicate cookies, you can also line the bottom of your shipping box with air-popped popcorn, crumpled paper towel, packing peanuts, shredded paper, or old newspapers. [2] X Research source
Keep bar cookies from sticking exterior wrapping by inserting extra pieces of parchment paper on the top and bottom of the stack.
Make sure to wrap stacked bar cookies carefully to prevent the parchment paper from slipping out. If you don’t have plastic wrap, you can also use aluminum foil or skip this step altogether.
Sturdy cookies like biscotti and meringues can go directly into zipper-locked bags without additional plastic wrapping or foil. [7] X Research source
For extra protection, you can add padding (such as bubble wrap or air-popped popcorn) between each layer of cookies.
To line the sides, you can use whatever you used to pad the bottom of the box: bubblewrap, air-popped popcorn, crumpled paper towel, packing peanuts, shredded paper, or old newspapers. Make sure the cookies are packed tightly enough that the won’t knock up against each other during shipping, but not so tight that they will break if the box is bumped slightly. [10] X Research source
It is also helpful if you can time your delivery so the package won’t be left sitting in a post office or mailroom over the weekend. Consider using an expedited mail service to ensure your cookies don’t arrive on an off day.
To dress up a plain gift box, use ribbon to attach garnishes like Christmas ornaments or sprigs of pine during the holidays. [13] X Research source Don’t have a cookie tin? Try stacking cookies in a tall cylindrical tea tin. [14] X Research source
While wrapping paper can be an easy way to make zippered bags more “holiday friendly,” you can also use birthday paper or hand-drawn designs for other occasions as well.
If you have very buttery cookies, you may want to wrap them in plastic wrap, tissue paper, or butcher paper before adding them to the bag to prevent staining the fabric.
For a decorative touch, place a small square of fabric between the lid and the ring before you screw the top on. You can also finish the package by tying a ribbon around the neck of the jar and attaching a gift tag. [18] X Research source
If you don’t have any cellophane, you can cut one or both ends off of a large plastic bag and secure the open edge(s) with ribbon. [20] X Research source
To make sure your dishware is returned, label the plate with your name on a piece of painter’s tape or an address return label. Alternatively, you can pick up some decorate dishware specifically for gifting at your local thrift shop.
For some added adornment, try tying on a printed ribbon, affixing a snowflake ornament, or using washi tape to decorate the CD sleeves.
