Funky Wrapping? Well actually not so 'funky' but pretty, essential, reasonably priced and eco friendly wrapping paper, gift bags, tags and ribbons too. I find all too often now that the gift buying is simple online but up until now buying wrap and ribbon online? Almost impossible. So this clever online retailer solves that problem in an instant. There are some attractive ideas for combinations of ribbon and wrap as well. Free delivery on orders over £12 in the UK

Millcroft supply general haberdashery items and textiles Worldwide, specialising in the bridal industry. They also have a small but lovely selection of ribbons, including taffeta, tartan and metallic lame in lots of different colours which they show clearly. You can choose from different widths and lengths although the reels usually start at 20 metres. When you're buying these quantities prices are inevitably much better than you'll find in the shops so buy to use throughout the year.