This simple, scrappy project is perfect for sewing with kids—and makes a sweet name banner, a thoughtful baby gift, or a fun way to learn letters!
✂️ Supplies:
Fabric scraps (for the front and back of each letter)
Batting scraps
Pinking shears
Large letter printouts (get them here)
Cotton webbing or twill tape (for hanging, optional)
🧵 Steps:
1. Print Your Letters
Choose your phrase—your child’s name, “Happy Birthday,” or go all out with the full alphabet!
2. Make Mini Quilt Sandwiches
For each letter, cut fabric scraps slightly larger than your printed letter. Then layer the pieces like this:
Backing fabric (right side down)
Batting
Top fabric (right side up)
Paper letter (on top)
3. Sew Around Each Letter
Shorten your stitch length to make removing the paper easier.
Sew directly on the letter outline, tracing it with your machine.
4. Remove Paper + Trim
Gently tear away the paper. Then use pinking shears to trim around each letter—about ¼” from the stitching line—to give it a fun, finished edge.
5. Make It a Banner (Optional)
Want to hang the letters?
Lay them out evenly along a length of cotton webbing or twill tape. Align the tops of the letters and sew across each one to attach.
Or, leave the letters loose so kids can mix and match, spell their names, or play with the alphabet!
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