Gift-wrapping hassles solved!

From wrapping faster than Santa's top elf to finding the perfect solutions for awkwardly shaped gifts, these expert tips make the season's cheeriest chore easier

- Lindsay Bosslett

Present sweet treats beautifully in aluminum foil boxes

If you're planning a cookie exchange, take your empty foil or parchment paper boxes and wrap them, taping over the sharp edge, says artist Amanda Evanston (AuntPeaches.com). Then line the inside of the box with wax paper and fill with your baked goods. "They look gorgeous and keep cookies neatly in place-plus, the recipient can put the box right in their cupboard or bread box."

Outsmart oddly shaped gifts with 'taffy bags'