Cute Messages to Hang on the Wall: Have You Heard of "Wool Letters" from France?
2015.09.27 published
New Interior "Wool Letter" ♩
Have you heard of "wool letter" born in France? Wool letter, when translated literally, means "wool letters"! It is an object made by bending wire into your favorite messages, names, or motifs, using strings knitted with a French knitting tool, and it is mainly hung on the wall as decoration.*
\♡/ A dreamy and cute space is completed*
This item is perfect for decorations at party venues! It's extremely popular in Europe and gradually gaining popularity in Japan as well. With its wonderfully cute appearance, just displaying one can transform a space into a fairy-tale like magic!♡
How to Use It?
The key point of wool letters is that they contain wire, allowing you to form letters as you wish! Moreover, the soft and gentle image created by the knitted yarn contributes to the warmth and heartfelt feel of the letters! The "red thread of fate," made with a red cord, is also a type of wool letter.*
Not only can they be used as decorations in reception halls, but you can also use wool letters to make your home incredibly cute when hosting a bridal shower, welcoming guests with charm! It's a must-see item for brides-to-be! ♩
【DIY】 How to Make a Wool Letter
To DIY a wool letter, you will need: 【a French knitting tool, yarn for French knitting, wire, and a thick needle (for handling the yarn)】♩ These are all easy to find at craft stores or home improvement centers!♡
Basic Method \ French Knitting /
Wool letters are created by inserting wire into the yarn knitted using the French knitting technique. Mastering the French knitting is the key point!
You can learn how to knit with a French knitting tool by watching this video♩
After knitting, inserting wire into the yarn, and bending it into your preferred letters or shapes, you can complete your original wool letter! When hanging it on the wall, simply insert a few nails or pins into the wall to hang the wool letter♩
Beginner-Friendly Method \ Wrapping Yarn Around Wood or Cardboard Shapes /
No worries if you find French knitting difficult! For those who feel clumsy, a recommended method is to simply wrap yarn or colored cord around cardboard or wooden shapes to make wool letters!*
The only materials you need are 【alphabet-shaped objects that can be bought at 100-yen shops and the yarn for wrapping】!
The method is very easy♩ Use glue or adhesive to attach the yarn to the shape. Keep wrapping the yarn until you finish, and you're done! Wrapping with the knot of the yarn at the bottom will prevent it from unraveling!♡
You’ll create a cute object perfect for welcome spaces or the head table ♡ Being thicker makes it impactful! This method is sometimes referred to as a "wool cover letter."*
Let's take a look at some cute wool letter designs that will make you want to imitate them!♩ First up is the classic "Welcome" wool letter. If such a cute word hung at the entrance, guests visiting your home would surely be delighted! ♡
Transform your living room with the word "Hug" and want to throw a bridal shower with charm! By making it in pastel colors, you can create a warm and cozy interior♩
It's not just letters; illustrations can be created freely too! Even without using high-end materials, the room's style can instantly elevate! ♡
Trick art style! The lightbulb hanging from the wall is very cute, and the warm atmosphere of the yarn matches well with the lightbulb. The slight three-dimensional quality is another appeal that differentiates it from wall stickers! ♡
Wool Letters Can Also Be Used for Weddings ♡
Wool letters can be used to create items with your favorite words or shapes and will definitely shine in weddings! If you make star wands from wool letters, they will be so adorable you’ll want to take them home! ♡
Let's decorate the photo booth at the reception with big wool letters! A photo booth decorated with wool letters made from various patterns will make anyone want to take photos right away! ♩
Wool letters are also perfect as props for wedding photos or pre-wedding shoots. If you hold a warm red thread wrapped in soft-colored yarn together, it could be the first step in building a warm family! ♡
The trending red thread themed "LOVE" is definitely a must-make photo prop for pre-wedding shoots! ♡
A Warm Message from France Hanging on the Wall ♡
Wool letters, which can be easily DIY'd with materials readily available, are a wonderful interior item you'll want to create right away! Let's make our homes and wedding venues remarkably cute with wool letters! ♡
There are also custom online shops that make wool letters for you, so if you're busy, be sure to check them out! ♩ Let's decorate spaces with your favorite wool letters in a cute way! ♡