If you’d like to try some crafts with wooden letters, you’re going to love these ideas! Get 35+ projects that are great for beginners.
I have a funny story about my niece, Sora. And before I tell you, yes, my brother and his wife named their child Sora. It actually means “sky” and is based off the Japanimation character “Yosuga no Sora.” If you met my brother – this naming makes perfect sense!
Anyway when Sora was about three years old, she was obsessed with her name. So much so that she loved anything with her name on it, including cards. In fact, she stopped playing with toys as much and began carrying cards that my mom sent her with her name on the front all around her house.
She would take the cards out of the envelopes, “read” them, and then put them back. I guess she was practicing for a career as a mail carrier? I’m not sure, but the obsession continues to this day (though she doesn’t carry the cards around anymore).
This year for Christmas I’m doing lots of handmade gifts, so I decided to make something for Sora with her name on it. I did a lot of researching on crafts with wood letters, and I wanted to share my findings with you. In case, perhaps, you have a niece/nephew or child that carries mail addressed to them too!
I do have to be honest though . . . Sora probably got it from me. I love these wood letter crafts, and not only am I going to do something for Sora . . . I’m going to make something for myself. Not sure what yet, but I definitely need a little “Amy action” around my home.
If you’re into making things with wood letters, whether it be for yourself or a gift, take a peek at this list. There are some great ideas on here, and wood letters are readily available at the craft store. If you give any of these a try, please leave a comment below! I’d love to know if you have any other ideas as well.
Crafts with Wood Letters
Get some amazing ideas for wood letter crafts on this list - great for gifts, decor, and more.
Comic Book Wood Letters
Learn how to make these comic letters with Mod Podge! Perfect for a kids' themed superhero bedroom or man cave.
Decorative Letters for Wall Decor in Minutes!
Learn how to make decorative letters using confetti and Mod Podge! This project is perfect for a kids' room or craft studio.
This Monogram Canvas Is Really Easy
Add a unique, personalized touch to your home decor with this monogram canvas! It's easy to make with a few simple supplies, including a wood letter.
Yarn Wrapped Ombre Monogrammed Letter
Monogrammed letters are a great party decoration that look fantastic either on a dessert table spelling out a name, or even hanging on a bedroom wall!
Unique Coloring Book DIY Name Plaque
Use your adult coloring pages to make this personalized wood letter craft! Relax and enjoy coloring, then turn the pages into wall art.
DIY Clothespin Wreath
Reuse and re-love items from your home to create a stylish and fun wreath out of clothespins. Add a wood letter monogram and some pom poms for extra flair!
DIY Photo Collage Letters
Of all the crafts with wood letters you can make, this one is probably the most popular! Combine photos with a wood letter to make a monogram that is very personalized.
You'll use the same method as the comic book letters here on my blog.
DIY READ Letters for a Colorful Book Nook
Make these colorful and unique READ letters for a kids' bedroom, book nook, library, or anywhere else that people will hang out and read!
Wall of Wood Letters
There are SO many ways to decorate wood letters - paint, Mod Podge, stencils . . . Jennifer decorated the letters A to Z with a variety of techniques, and you're going to have a hard time deciding which one is your favorite!
Stained Wood Letter Spring Wreath
Since the front porch is the first thing that guests see when they come to your home, freshen up the space for spring with a customized wreath with your family initial.
Easy Initial Wall Art on a Budget
Create personalized initial wall art with an old budget frame, fabric and Mod Podge. I added Pearlized Sealer for an extra special touch.
DIY Faux Copper Letter Aged with Blue Patina
Who knew it could be so easy to make your own aged metal letter . . . without having a metal letter?! Transform a cheap wooden letter from a craft store into a faux aged copper letter with just a couple coats of paint, some spritzing, and an afternoon.
DIY Marbled Monogram Letter
Personalize your space with a beautiful marbleized monogram letter! If you've never poured paint before, it's so easy . . . and you can do it on wood letters, paper mache, and more.
Washi Tape Monogram Canvas
If you've never used washi tape, now's your chance. Cover a wood letter in washi and then add to the canvas. You have so many options for patterns to choose from!
Wooden Letter Family Sign
This beautiful sign with stain has such a traditional, rustic feel! You can use any word you like (like something inspiration), your family name, and more.
How to Make a Lap Tray
This lap tray was made using two "W" wood letters, some dowels, and a frame! It's so creative and can be made with budget supplies.
How to Make an Ombre Crayon Letter
Cover a wood layer in crayons for some really unique decor! This would make a great gift for a teacher or a fun front door monogram.
Daisy Monogram Wood Letter Craft
Combine a gift bag, gift wrap, and Mod Podge to decorate a wood letter and hang inside a frame. This makes for such unique, personalized decor.
Oversized Ombre Glitter Monograms
If you can't get enough of glitter, these monograms are perfect for you! Make them for parties, weddings, holiday decorating, or just everyday. You can use wood letters, paper mache, and just about any surface.
Stenciled Wooden Wall Letter
Decorating wood letters with stencils and stain or paint is SO easy! Pick an all over pattern that is easy to repeat to get similar results to Alyssa's.
Monogrammed Wood File Box
Decorate both a wood letter and magazine holder with Mod Podge - then combine them both together! This is a perfect personalized gift idea.
Make Pretty Monogram Letters
It's always been a trend to use the first letter of your family name in home decor - and here you can see this application using fabric and Mod Podge. It's really easy if you need quick wall decor!
Mod Podge Letters with Wallpaper
These Mod Podge letters are made with anaglypta - also known as textured wallpaper. These are easy to create and make beautiful home decor!
LOVE Wood Letters on Burlap
This burlap canvas makes such a sweet idea for Valentine's Day! You could adapt it with other four letter words (be good now!) for your own decor.
Old Shutter with Love
An old shutter makes a great surface for crafts with wood letters! Adapt this Valentine's Day decor idea to your own style.
How to Make a Standing Floral Letter
You can use standing wood letters for all types of events or home decor. Just add flowers and think bridal showers, baby showers, weddings, birthdays, nursery decor and more.
DIY Spring Sign with Dollar Store Supplies
Make this fun DIY spring sign using dollar store materials! Pick your favorite colors, scrapbook papers, and wood letters to personalize.
How to Make DIY Twig Letters
If there's something we probably all have a bunch of in our yards, it's twigs! You can trim them down to fit a wood letter and make very unique, nature inspired decor.
DIY Reversible Reclaimed Wood Sign
What's better than one sign for the holidays? How about two! Make a sign with a Halloween message on one side and Christmas on the other, using wood letters.
Decorate BOO Letters for Halloween
I decorated this wood Halloween decor in a short amount of time! These BOO letters are easy and great for a mantel or table display.
Easy NOEL Letters Christmas Wall Hanging
Use Mod Podge and cool Christmas scrapbook papers to decorate NOEL letters! Use wood letters from the craft store - this is SO easy and cute.
Joy Banner with Wood Letters
Make this simple joy banner using wood letters and scrapbook paper! This is perfectly easy Christmas decor - great for a mantel or doorway.
Farmhouse Christmas Door Decor
OKLearn how to make this Christmas door decor using buffalo plaid Duck Tape! This farmhouse style NOEL door hanging is super cute.
Beaded Letter Monogram Ornament
Learn how to make a beaded letter monogram ornament with this tutorial. Beaded letter ornaments are perfect for Christmas and weddings! Just start with any size wood letter.
Letter Ornaments
Learn how to make simple ornaments using Mod Podge and wood letters! These initials are really easy and look great on your Christmas tree.
If you enjoyed these wood letter crafts, you’re also going to love what we’ve done with wood slices, wood blocks, trays, photo frames, plaques, wood boxes, and birdhouses. You should also check out the following ideas:
Simone Pikkaart
Monday 15th of January 2024
Ik heb letters beplakt met oude knopen van mijn oma en andere kleine rommeltjes uit haar knopendoos. Leuk aandenken voor mijn kleindochters ;-)