This personalized backpack is so easy to create with chenille stems, but looks fantastic!

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What you'll need:

How to make it:

1. Have kids create the letters of their name using chenille stems. They should bend, twist, and trim where needed. (See photo.)
2. Position the letters on the backpack to get a visual. Once you have them where you want them, secure them to the backpack with instant grab glue. (See photo.)
3. With remaining chenille, wrap pieces around a pen or pencil, untwist to make swirled shapes. Glue to the backpack. (See photo.)
4. As a final step, parents can add a few stitches around the ends of each letter to secure them more tightly.

 

Tips:

1. If you have safety concerns about using your child's name choose a favorite word or phraase instead.
2. Glittery chenille can be found at your local craft supply store and local discount department stores.
3. This is a great way to jazz up last year's backpack and save some money on back to school shopping!
4. For areas where a child's room number must be displayed, this is a great way to add that with a fun twist.