Are you looking for a fun and easy craft to do with your children? I love crafts. I also love to mix it up a bit and use materials other than construction paper, glue, and markers. I have a ton of craft supplies that I never seem to use due to time constraints or because I do not care to clean up a huge mess. This craft is fun, uses fun materials, and is not messy! You may not have the materials on hand but everything is easy to find at your local craft store. No need to spend a lot of money on scrapbooking supplies as your name plate would look just as nice painted.
Wooden Name Plate
You can use this craft to display your name, a scripture reference, or a character trait you want to concentrate on.
Supplies:
Wooden slats or plates. You can easily find a pack of these in your
local craft or discount store.
6 to 8 inches of ribbon for hanging plus any you want to use for decoration.
Tacky glue
Alphabet stickers (scrapbook section of craft store)
Embellishments: buttons, ribbon, scrapbook cut outs, stickers, small flowers, etc.
Acrylic paints (optional)
Instructions:
Step 1a: Lightly trace your name to determine the layout of your name plate. Consider your layout before pasting.
Step 1b: If you decide to paint your wooden slat before decorating it then be sure to allow it time to completely try before moving on.
Step 2: Apply your letter stickers. You may paint if you wish. Once your name is secured apply embellishments as you desire.
Step 3: Once your name plate is complete glue each end of your ribbon to the back of your plate as shown below. You may find it easier to apply the ribbon first. Just make sure the ribbon completely dries before continuing on or hanging it.