Wrap the wine bottle in tissue or fabric, and tie on faux flowers to make it as eye-catching as ever. These can be real or fake, depending on what is in bloom. Feel free to get creative with this ...

Furoshiki, the Japanese tradition of wrapping objects in cloth to cover or transport them, is becoming more popular as a more eco-friendly way to wrap presents without wasting paper.

Let’s do it! The materials: You’ll need wrapping paper, a bottle of fine wine, scissors, clear tape, a ribbon or bow for decoration and a sprig of your favourite greenery.