Make sure it’s long enough to fit wrapping paper rolls (and any other gift-wrapping necessities, like gift bags and ribbons) ...

Or I just toss the gift into a bag. It's the thought that counts, right? Whether you're like me, more thoughtful than me, or just love looking for new wrapping paper designs for this year's gifts ...

If you’re feeling especially resourceful, you could use pages from newspapers or magazines as wrapping paper, and even plain brown paper bags can be reused in place of a roll of gift wrap.