20+ Amazing Ways to Store Gift Wrapping Supplies

Where's the tape? Are you tired of fumbling through rolls of wrapping paper, untangling ribbons, and searching for scissors every time a special occasion comes around? Creating your own gift wrap station can bring both organization and a touch of creativity to gift giving!

A well-organized gift wrapping station can save you time and reduce stress during busy holiday season or when you have multiple gifts to prepare. First, you'll need a designated space. Low on space, no worries, we've included some simple designs that can be stored in a closet, under the bed, or behind a door!

Before you get started, gather the essential supplies you'll need: wrapping paper, ribbons, tape, scissors, gift tags, and anything else you'd like included. 

Once you know what essential pieces to include, enjoy browsing this list! We hope you find the perfect solution for your home.


 

 


1. Wall Mounted Wrapping Paper Storage

wall mounted gift wrap station

Image Credit: Sophie via Ana White

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses, Stud Finder
Materials: 1x material, 3/4" dowels, spade bit

Store all of your gift wrapping supplies with this wall mounted organizer! This would be a great addition to a craft room or even in a closet.  We love this for paper so pretty, it has to be on display all the time.  

 

 


 


 

 


2. Mobile Gift Wrap Cart

diy gift wrap cart

Image Credit: Ana White

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, casters

This handy storage cart can store gift wrapping essentials, or use it as a craft cart! An easy and quick build. The best part is that it can be wheeled out when needed and tucked back in a closet when done!

 

 


 


 

 


3. Tabletop Paper Dispenser

diy paper roll dispenser

Image Credit: Ana White

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Kreg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, dowel

This paper roll dispenser is a great portable option for any tabletop wrapping and it's easy to switch out the rolls. Will work with narrow wrapping paper, or use it to store your ribbon! Bonus, it doubles as a kids craft station.

 

 


 


 

 


4. Coffee Table with Storage

diy coffee table with storage

Image Credit: Ana White

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, casters, hinges

Hide your gift wrapping supplies in this clever, easy to build storage coffee table.  With it's long, wide compartment, you can fit tons of gift wrap rolls inside.  We love that this coffee table is still stylish and you'd never know there's a gift wrapping center right in the middle of your living room.

 

 


 


 

 


5. Banquette Bench

diy gift wrap storage

Image Credit: Ana White

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x, 2x material and plywood

A storage bench is another great option for storing long tubes of gift wrap and all present wrapping essentials!  This easy to customize in size banquette bench can hide all the presents AND store all the gift wrap.  It's one of our most popular plans for good reason!

 

 


 


 

 


6. Behind the Door Gift Wrap Storage

behind door craft storage

Image Credit: 100 Things 2 Do

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses, Stud Finder
Materials: 1/4" and 3/4' material, molding, peg board

If you're short on space, think about going vertical!  A behind the door organizer is a smart storage solution that takes up little space. 

 

 


 


 

 


7. Under Bed Gift Wrap Storage

under bed gift wrap storage

Image Credit: Her Toolbelt

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Kreg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 3/4" plywood, wood dowel, spade bit, casters

Use that space under a bed and hide away all of your gift wrap essentials!

 

 


 


 

 


8. Wrapping Paper Storage Cabinet

wrapping paper storage cabinet

Image Credit: Sawdust Girl

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Kreg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1/2" and 3/4" plywood

Build in or add to an existing cabinet, this is a beautiful wrapping paper storage solution! AND can we just stop and admire this craft room for a minute, wow!!!

 

 


 


 

 


9. Narrow Wrapping Paper Storage Cart

wrapping paper storage cart

Image Credit: Rufus and Henrietta

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material and casters

This narrow cart is another fabulous storage solution for wrapping paper. Tuck it away in a closet or laundry room. Looks like it will hold many full rolls!

 

 


 


 

 


10. Wrapping Paper Caddy

diy gift wrap caddy

Image Credit: Nick and Alicia

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Skill Level: Beginner
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Kreg Jig, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, wood dowel, cotter pins

A tabletop caddy would be the perfect addition to a gift wrapping party! Easy to transport and use on any tabletop.

 

 


 


 

 


11. Gift Wrap Organizer Toolbox

gift wrap organizer toolbox

Image Credit: Ana White

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, wood dowel, pegboard and hooks

This easy to transport gift wrap toolbox is a great option for the holidays to keep everything in one place! The size makes it easy to store away when the holidays are over. 

 

 


 


 

 


12. Simple Wrapping Paper Rack

easy wood wrapping paper rack

Image Credit: Delightfully Notes Blog

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses, Stud Finder
Materials: 1x and cup hooks, wood dowels

This super easy wrapping paper storage solution can be added just about anywhere! Love the simplicity and look of this organization project.

 

 


 


 

 


13. Picture Frame Organizer

picture frame organizer

Image Credit: Thrifty Decor Chick

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Kreg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, wood dowels and cup hooks

Love the design of this simple picture frame style organizer to hang gift wrap on! Build a frame or use an existing art frame and get the same result. 

 

 


 


 

 


14. Pallet Wrapping Paper Storage

pallet storage project

Image Credit: The Creek Line House

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Skill Level: Beginner
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: pallet

Doesn't get much easier than this, just flip a pallet on it's side, remove a few boards and stick your gift wrap essentials in! Add hooks for even more options.

 

 


 


 

 


15. Pegboard Wrapping Station

pegboard wrapping station

Image Credit: Tessie Fay

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses, Stud Finder
Materials: 1x cleat, peg board and hooks

A functional and pretty wrapping station. Using peg board create exacly what you want and have everything for wrapping gifts in one place!

 

 


 


 

 


16. Gift Bag Organizer

gift bag wrapping station

Image Credit: Thistlewood Farms

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: square dowels and peg board

Perfect for storing gift bags, this peg board box can hold even more gift wrapping supplies!

 

 


 


 

 


17. Folding Wrapping Station

gift wrap cart

Image Credit: Diva of DIY

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, 1/2" plywood, wood dowels

A wrapping paper center that can be folded and stored when not in use, brilliant!

 

 


 


 

 


18. Repurposed Gift Wrap Station

diy gift wrap center

Image Credit: A Home to Grow Old In

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Skill Level: Beginner
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, wood dowels and cup hooks

Take an old armoire or cabinet, add some blocking and cup hooks. Just like that you have a gift wrap station!

 

 


 


 

 


19. Tension Rod Gift Wrap Station

tension rod gift wrap storage

Image Credit: Farmhouse Living

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure
Materials: Tension rod

This idea allows you to add a tension rod just about anywhere to create a gift wrap station, so easy and functional!

 

 


 


 

 


20. Fold Out Craft Table

sweing craft table

Image Credit: Wood Eye Workshop via Ana White

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Skill Level: Intermediate 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Kreg Jig, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, 3/4" plywood, casters, hinges

This plan is for a folding sewing table, but it would work great to store wrapping essentials too! The fold out tabletop would be perfect for wrapping gifts. 

 

 


 


 

 


21. Wood Trunk Gift Wrap Storage Center

wood chest free plans

Image Credit: Ana White

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Skill Level: Intermediate 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Pocket Hole Jig, Brad Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x6, 1x8, 2x2, Hinges

Here's how I store my gift wrap supplies - in this wood trunk, used as an end of bed bench in my guest room.  Not only does this provide extra seating and act as a luggage rack for my guests, it keeps all my gift wrap handy.  I also tend to store gifts in my guest room - so this centralizes everything.  This is a forever solution for me, I'm so happy with how this project turned out.

This was a fairly easy build, and you'll be amazed at how huge the storage cavity is.  I even added party decorations and pinatas inside it.  Get it built, it'll change your life!

 

 


 

20+ Amazing Ways to Store Gift Wrapping Supplies