Imagine walking into a room where gifts don’t wait under the tree, they drift above your head, shimmering as if carried by invisible reindeer.

That’s the charm of these floating present boxes.

With glittering wrap, oversized bows, and playful colors, they turn the ceiling into part of your holiday story.

It feels like stepping into Santa’s workshop, where the magic is alive and gifts are truly airborne.

Materials Needed

• 5-8 lightweight cardboard boxes (small to medium sizes)
• Glittery wrapping paper (red, green, gold, silver)
• Wide decorative ribbons and bows
• Fishing line or clear nylon thread
• Ceiling hooks or adhesive hanging hooks
• Scissors and tape

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Wrap each cardboard box in glittery wrapping paper. Then use strong tape to keep edges neat and crisp.

Step 2: Add bold ribbon and oversized bows to the top of each box. You can choose complementary colors for a coordinated look.

Step 3: Cut varying lengths of fishing line (12”-36”). Next, tie securely to each box and knot tightly under the bow or lid flap so it’s hidden.

Step 4: Attach ceiling hooks in your chosen area. Then suspend each gift box at different heights for a floating effect.

Step 5: Adjust the arrangement until the boxes look balanced and natural, as if they’re drifting mid-flight.

Tip:

You can mix box sizes and finishes such as matte, metallic, and glitter for extra depth and sparkle.