Instructions

1. Choose a decorative tin or box that suits the occasion. Depending on the time of the year, you can usually find decorative tins and boxes at department stores. During the holidays, there are several choices to choose from. Some department stores reserve an entire aisle for food gift packaging.

2. Select tissue paper that matches the box and occasion. In the gift wrap section of most department stores, you'll find a wide variety of tissue paper colors and styles. Select one that matches the color of the decorative tin or box you'll be using and the occasion for the gift.

3. Place cookies in cellophane bags and tie with a ribbon. Not all tissue paper is food safe and, for that reason, it's best to protect the cookies. The cellophane bags will also keep the cookies fresh.

4. Create a nest for the cookies using the tissue paper. Wad up several pieces of tissue paper and stuff them into the decorative tin. Then use a few more pieces to create a nest for the cookies.

5. Nestle the cookies inside the box. You want the cookies to be surrounded by the tissue paper so that they look like a gift. Think of the way expensive cookie shops package their products.

6. Add a bow to complete the look. Put the top on the box and then use a wide ribbon to tie a bow. If you want, you can also add a special gift tag.