Cut a rectangle of parchment paper large enough to wrap around the bread loaf with extra overlap
Fold the parchment in half lengthwise
Place the bread loaf in the center of the folded parchment
Fold the long sides up along the loaf edges
Crease the parchment tightly against the loaf sides
Fold the short ends inward toward the loaf
Tuck the corners neatly to form box-like edges
Fold the top flaps down over the loaf
Press all folds firmly to hold the shape
Secure the folds with kitchen twine or tape if needed
Remove the loaf and use the parchment box for baking or storage