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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

yarn-wrapped initial christmas ornament

This project is intended for kids ages 3+. Personalize your Christmas tree with a Yarn-Wrapped Letter Ornament! The letter can represent your kid's names or even your last name!
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Print Project

Step 1

Draw a letter onto chipboard with a pencil and cut out the shape.
TIP: If desired, you can find a font you like on the computer; then size and print. Cut it out and trace onto chipboard before you cut out the shape.

Step 2

ADULT: Depending on the letter, punch a hole or two at the top.

Step 3

Tie a short piece of yarn through the holes to make a hanger.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 4

Tape the starting end of your yarn to the back of your letter. Wrap the letter with yarn until it is completely covered or covered how you like it.
TIP: If you want better hold, use craft glue to secure yarn as you wrap.

Step 5

Cut the yarn from the skein and tie the end to a yarn wrap on the back.

Step 6

String alphabet letter beads onto a piece of yarn. Wind it around your letter. Leave a bead letter on the front of your letter ornament with each wrap as shown. Tie the ends to wraps on the back. Trim excess yarn.
TIP: Embellish with pom-poms, sequins, pony beads or leave simple with just your name in alphabet letters.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Black & White Alphabet Beads by Creatology™

    Item # 10104529 
    $10
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    809187840
    You’ll Need: 1

    Craft Smart™ Yarn, Ombre

    Item # 10196947 
    $2.79
    $3.99
    • Color: Fiesta
    • Size: 5 oz
    • Color: Fiesta
    • Size: 5 oz
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    • Color: Fiesta
    • Size: 5 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Craft Glue by Creatology®

    Item # 10452730 
    $7.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Chipboard Sheet by Recollections®, 12" x 12"

    Item # 10219013 
    $0.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Recollections™ Hand Punch

    Item # 10282477 
    Buy 2 Get 1 Free - Add 3 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Paper Crafting Stickers & Washi Tape Buy two items at regular price & get the third of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $7.49
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Big Kid's Scissors By Creatology™

    Item # 10490365 
    $4
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Household Tape
  • Ruler
  • Pencil
Instructions
Step 1

Draw a letter onto chipboard with a pencil and cut out the shape.
TIP: If desired, you can find a font you like on the computer; then size and print. Cut it out and trace onto chipboard before you cut out the shape.

Step 2

ADULT: Depending on the letter, punch a hole or two at the top.

Step 3

Tie a short piece of yarn through the holes to make a hanger.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 4

Tape the starting end of your yarn to the back of your letter. Wrap the letter with yarn until it is completely covered or covered how you like it.
TIP: If you want better hold, use craft glue to secure yarn as you wrap.

Step 5

Cut the yarn from the skein and tie the end to a yarn wrap on the back.

Step 6

String alphabet letter beads onto a piece of yarn. Wind it around your letter. Leave a bead letter on the front of your letter ornament with each wrap as shown. Tie the ends to wraps on the back. Trim excess yarn.
TIP: Embellish with pom-poms, sequins, pony beads or leave simple with just your name in alphabet letters.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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