Wrapping Break-open Tickets as Gifts: 5 Creative Ideas

If you're looking for an exciting and unique gift idea, you've come to the right place. Break-open tickets are not only a wonderful way to give the gift of joy and a little thrill, but they can also be packaged in all kinds of creative and original ways. Whether for birthdays, special occasions or simply as a little surprise, this blog post presents five ideas for turning break-open tickets into memorable gifts.

1. Break-open Tickets as Gift Tags: Add a Clever Finishing Touch to Your Gift

Already have a gift and want to give the wrapping that little something extra? Using break-open tickets as gift tags not only makes your present look even more attractive, but also adds an extra element of anticipation to the unwrapping experience.

Simply attach a break-open ticket of your choice to the gift ribbon or directly to the wrapping paper using adhesive tape. Be careful not to punch a hole in the ticket, as this could damage the code required to claim a prize.

The “For You” break-open ticket is particularly well suited as a gift tag thanks to its festive design. For the finishing touch, curl the ends of the ribbon with a pair of scissors and tie a bow.

2. The Break-open Ticket Bouquet: A Blooming Surprise

A classic bouquet of flowers can be transformed into a special surprise with break-open tickets. Simply attach the tickets to individual stems using thin wire or ribbon, ensuring they are evenly distributed among the flowers.

Alternatively, you can create an entire bouquet using only break-open tickets. Choose a variety of colourful tickets, fold them slightly and arrange them into a vibrant bouquet using florist wire and floral tape. You can find an overview of the break-open tickets currently available in retail outlets [here].

This special kind of bouquet never wilts and offers plenty of chances to win.

Tip: Not in the mood for crafting, or short on time? Most lottery retailers offer practical gift packaging for break-open tickets and scratch cards, allowing you to present your gift beautifully with minimal effort. Alternatively, the “Lucky Package” scratch card, which contains five different scratch cards, comes attractively packaged as a set and is ready to be gifted.

3. A Congratulations Letter: Break-open Tickets for Special Moments

Instead of a greeting card, why not give a congratulations letter?

Presented in a beautiful envelope, a letter offers more space for handwritten messages and allows you to include one or more break-open tickets. A particularly thoughtful idea is to give several envelopes that the recipient can keep and open on specific occasions.

The envelopes can be labelled according to the occasion, for example:

• “Open me when you've had a bad day”

• “Open me when you need a little extra luck”

Each envelope contains a personal message along with a break-open ticket. This allows the recipient to enjoy little moments of surprise and anticipation long after receiving the gift.

4. A Lucky Box: Presenting Break-open Tickets Creatively

Another lovely way to package break-open tickets is in a luck-themed gift box.

Choose an attractive gift box and fill it with a variety of different break-open tickets. The “Good Luck” break-open ticket is particularly suited to this occasion.

To create a surprise effect when the box is opened, attach the tickets to the lid using strings of different lengths. When opened, the tickets will hang down like a mobile. Add a few lucky charms and some chocolates to complete your lucky box.

Tip: For an exceptional gift idea, you can also create a so-called explosion box. This multi-layered box unfolds in every direction when opened, revealing several layers of panels that can be explored one by one. Decorate the panels with photos, personal messages and break-open tickets. Explosion boxes can either be purchased as templates or made from scratch using an online tutorial.

5. A Break-open Ticket Treasure Hunt: In Search of Luck

A break-open ticket treasure hunt transforms your gift into an exciting adventure.

Create an entertaining trail of riddles and clues leading through different locations and stages. At the end, a special break-open ticket awaits, such as the “10 Great Years” break-open ticket, serving as the ultimate treasure.

To make the treasure hunt even more exciting, you can also attach a break-open ticket to some of the clue cards along the way. This unforgettable gift combines the excitement of break-open tickets with an entertaining and interactive experience.

Giving the Gift of Great Fortune

With these ideas, you can bring a lot of joy to your loved ones with very little effort. You can find more original DIY gift ideas in our article on gift ideas with scratch cards.

Would you like to learn more about break-open tickets? In our Austrian Lotteries Stories, you can find information about the chances of winning with break-open tickets and discover fascinating facts about our other games.