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DIY Yarn Wrapped Letter Ornament and Gift Tags accent the scene, with yarn-wrapped letters and green pine branches arranged on a light surface beside a cinnamon stick.
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DIY Yarn Wrapped Letter Ornament and Gift Tags

This yarn wrapped letter ornament craft is a fun project for the festive season. It makes the cutest gift tag or ornament.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Dry Time1 day
Total Time1 day 35 minutes
Course: DIY
Servings: 6
Author: Bella Bucchiotti

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Roll out some of the air dry clay (about a handful for two letters) ¼-inch thick.
  • Use the letter cookie cutters to cut out whichever letter you are going to use.
  • Use a small amount of water on your finger to smooth out any bumps or rough edges in the clay.
  • Let the ornament dry for 24 hours, or until the clay has hardened and turned white.
  • Glue a 4-inch loop of cotton twine to the back of the letter using tacky glue. This will allow you to hang the ornament or use it as a gift tag.
  • Wrap the yarn around the letter. Use tacky glue to secure the start of the yarn to the back of the letter and to glue any stubborn yarn into place while wrapping it around the letter. Wrap the yarn as many times as necessary to cover all of the clay.
  • Secure the end of the yarn with clear tacky glue to the back of the ornament.
  • To use this ornament as a gift tag, cut ribbon or cotton twine to secure the tag to a bag handle or gift box.

Notes

Use thick base letters: Stack 2 or 3 air-dry clay or cardboard layers for a sturdy shape that’s easier to wrap.
Secure every few wraps: A dot of clear tacky glue helps the yarn stay in place, especially on corners.
Keep yarn taut: Pull gently while wrapping so it lays flat and neat on the letter.
Add the hanging loop early: Glue the twine loop before wrapping, so it won’t get tangled under layers.
Cover all edges: Wrap both horizontally and vertically to make sure no base peeks through on any side.

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