Yarn-wrapped letters

Supplies

• Card cut-out letters (first letter of each child’s name) – check planning list for what’s already prepared

• Scissors

• Assorted yarn (lots of colours and textures)

• PVA glue or glue sticks

• Tape (for securing yarn ends)

• Pom-poms, sequins, buttons, foam shapes, or stickers

• Optional: Hot glue gun (for adult use only for heavier items)

• Thick card and craft knives (for staff use if letters need to be made on site)

Steps

1. Choose your letter

   • Each child finds the card cut-out of the first letter of their name.

   • If any are missing, a staff member can cut a new one out of thick card.

2. Attach the yarn

   • Pick your first colour of yarn.

   • Tape the end of the yarn to the back of the letter to keep it secure.

3. Wrap the letter

   • Begin wrapping the yarn tightly around the letter.

   • Try to cover as much of the surface as possible.

   • To change colours, cut the yarn and tape or glue a new colour to the back.

4. Finish wrapping

   • Once the letter is fully wrapped, trim the yarn and secure the end to the back with tape or glue.

5. Decorate

   • Add your choice of decorations: pom-poms, sequins, foam shapes, stickers, etc.

   • Glue these onto the front of the wrapped letter.

   • Ask a staff member if you need help attaching heavier items.

6. Dry and display

   • Let glue dry flat.

   • Letters can be taken home or displayed in the programme space with names underneath.