Monday's Top Five - Birthday Supplies

Ever have a birthday come up that you had totally spaced about? Happens to me far too often. So I have made up a 'birthday box' with all of my favorite supplies to have on hand for just such occasions.

1.) Spare birthday presents. I always keep a number on hand, kid ones, baby ones, mom ones..... you name it. That way you don't have to go out to the store and probably spend more than you normally would have. Sometimes when buying stuff for Christmas or other occasions I just pick up stuff along the way if I see a good deal.
2.) Blank cards. Again, so you don't have to go out and get some last minute, they are right on hand. I have all sorts, some specific for a wedding or birthday but most are fairly general so it can be used for any occasion.

3.) Tissue paper. I use this for filling bags if I use a bag for packaging but many times I'll just wrap up my presents in tissue paper. This is great for little kids so they can open the presents more easily.
4.) Other packaging. I use all sorts of types, bags, colored paper sacks, and my favorite pillow case boxes. I use these a lot for my jewelry because they fit perfectly and I love the fact that they fold down nicely for easier storage. Also I can just tie a bow around them and they are good to go.
5.) Fun ribbon and fabric scraps. Sometimes this is my favorite part, it makes the package look fun and interesting. I picked up a number of rolls of ribbon that is normally used in flower arranging and found them at a garage sale for under a dollar. I confess, I'm a ribbon hoarder. Also if you don't have ribbon you can use strips of fabric which also look great!
These five have helped me a TON when I've been in a pinch with getting someone a gift.