The best shops in Singapore for Christmas cards, gift boxes and wrapping paper

The Swedish-Australian store is brimmed with stationery including markers, decorative tapes, gorgeous stickers, and colourful twines to decorate your DIY mood board, cards or gifts. And with gifting comes wrapping paper, so expect double-sided colourful papers with eye-catching designs on both sides for more options. It also has a dedicated seasonal section like Christmas where you can find whimsically-designed stocking fillers, gifting accessories, and decorations like baubles, garlands, and snow globes.

One thing you need to know about this multi-label lifestyle store is that everything here is carefully curated. Most items in store – both online and offline – support local creative and brands, so you can expect unique gifts, cards and knick knacks that are specially designed and/or made in Singapore. And while you’re at it, complete your shopping with botanical gift wraps, washi tape decorated with doodles of local landmarks, and gift bags of all shapes and sizes.

Whether you're looking for whimsical gifts, quirky accessories for your next Christmas party, or colourful stationery and other nifty bits for your next DIY project, Klosh has your back. This lifestyle brand is a treasure trove of gifts, with everything from planners and cards to bags and home decor. It even has themed merch like Harry Potter for Potterheads. A gift that keeps on giving, Klosh also offers gift-wrapping services on top of its collection of gorgeous gift boxes, bags and ribbons.

Who says Ikea's only good for DIY furniture? The home giant also carries stationery and accessories fit for all your gifting and crafting needs. While you eye on your next home addition, grab rolls of festive designed wrapping paper, decorative tapes, colourful ribbons and gift boxes and bags (for that special wine bottle).

More than just a one-stop stationery shop, Cotton On’s sister store Typo has grown to become a lifestyle store with homewares, and tech products which also make great gifts. And speaking of gifts, you’ll no doubt find novelty items here such as quirky socks, fun puzzles, and drinking games to amp up the festive fun at ho-ho-home. Just don’t forget the equally attention-grabbing wrapping paper, gift bags, twine rolls and gift tags.

Besides satisfying your crafting needs, the craft store is also ace for some DIY gifts. Purchase its craft kits which come with sheets of printed paper, stickers and cards, as well as colourful festive tags, and get your creative juices flowing. But if you’re feeling ambitious, browse its wide selection of paper crafting tools and supplies to create your very own personalised gift. After all, it’s the thought that counts.

This stationery store also stocks up on quirky yet affordable gifting essentials including brightly designed wrapping paper and gift boxes, as well as glitter ribbons and fabric tapes with cute illustrations to adorn your gifts. And if you haven’t got a clue on what to get for that special someone, check out their stationery gift sets – you can never go wrong with these.

Japan’s number one supplier of homewares, stationery, decorations, art materials and more, Daiso is perfect if you need craft paper and other materials. From mini envelopes with a drawing of Mount Fuji to cute cat stickers, you're going to be spending a lot of time and money at this joint. Plus you'll never have to be looking for a price tag because well, everything is $2. And even if it's not for art and craft stuff, Daiso is still a great place to go for snacks for your Christmas party.

Want to DIY your gifts? Welcome to Spotlight, the best entry-level craft you will ever know. From fabrics to papier-mâché, acrylic paint to beads and sequins, Spotlight is a megastore for all things craft. Keep checking for special discounts and offers – and even wrapping paper, ribbons and gift tags – for cheap.