{"id":5266,"date":"2022-12-15T13:02:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T21:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abilitytools.org\/blog\/?p=5266"},"modified":"2022-12-15T13:03:47","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T21:03:47","slug":"wrapping-up-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abilitytools.org\/blog\/wrapping-up-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Wrapping up the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With the holidays around the corner, there are many gifts being exchanged. However, gift wrapping and opening can sometimes be the \u201cmost stressful time of the year\u201d ::Andy Williams playing in my mind<\/a>::. Here is some AT that might help with gift giving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wrapping!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Supplies:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A hands free tape dispenser<\/a> is the perfect tool to wrap gifts without worrying about the hassle of reaching for the roll of tape. This tool conveniently places the tape on the widest part of the hand for a sturdy hands-free tape dispenser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tacky glue dots<\/a> are an alternative to tape that can oftentimes be difficult to manage. The glue dots easily adhere to many surfaces. They can be used on wrapping paper or on bows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A rotary cutter<\/a> performs the same job as scissors, but requires less constant fine motor movement. The circular blade has an easy grip handle that is made for both right- and left-handed users. The Rotary Cutter comes in a variety of blade thicknesses, handle angles, and handle types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Little ELF Gift Wrap Cutter <\/a>makes cutting gift wrapping paper a lot easier. The device is an easier to grip plastic tube with a blade attached. Once the wrapping paper is measured, this tool is placed on the tube of wrapping paper. When the Little ELF Cutter is pushed forward, the paper is cut perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A wrapping paper cutter knife<\/a> is a very small tool that cuts paper for you. The blade is concealed at the front of the cutter. To cut, simply place the paper in the designated slot and push it away from you<\/a>. If you need a larger grip consider using a foam grip<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A wrapping paper roll cutter <\/a> is perfect for a quick one-step cut. The nonslip stand can be placed on a tabletop or mounted to the wall. The tube is inserted in the designated area and the edge of the wrapping paper is placed right under the cutting area. Simply pull up to cut straight across.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wrap Buddies<\/a> are a perfect 2-in-1 tool. Both plastic Wrap Buddies are positioned on the table with a gift-wrapping paper tube right between them. The plastics on both sides of the tube keep it steady while cutting. The Wrap Buddies also act as a tape dispenser. Wrapping paper is not the only way a gift can be gifted. Tin and cardboard boxes and gift bags are great ways to quickly wrap a present. Also, if the gift is being purchased at a store it never hurts to ask if the store wraps gifts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unwrapping!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

If you know someone who might benefit from an easy to open gift, try wrapping with accessibility in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A TikToker named @chronicallyjenni<\/a> created a video showing us her method\u00a0to accessibly wrap gifts<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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