Even if "getting organized" isn't one of your resolutions for 2007, consider making a trip to The Container Store [0] this holiday season. Here you'll find expert tips on holiday gift packaging, wrapping paper and ribbons that mirror the latest runway looks – from olive green paper to sparkly burgundy tie-ons – and gift ideas galore. All thumbs when it comes to tying the perfect bow? Don't miss the free in-store gift packaging and bow demonstrations – every Saturday and Sunday at 1 and 3 p.m. from now until Dec. 23 – where you can learn tricks for creating crisp corners, just-right bows and snazzy gift presentations.
With your shopping list in mind, we spotted several terrific stocking stuffers from The Container Store. Consider the hip business card holders ($9.99) for the college grad on your list, or a stainless steel recipe divider ($9.99) for your friend who could double as Martha Stewart. And why not treat yourself, too? Our favorite holiday organization splurge: The elfa Gift Wrap Cart ($207.40). With space for rolls of unruly wrapping paper, spools of ribbon, gift boxes and more, this clever system takes the stress out of gift wrapping. After all, who couldn't use a little more peace on earth this time of the year?
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