Your Name Chain

crayola supplies

Crayons
Mini-Stampers Markers
Glue Sticks
Blunt-Tip Scissors

household supplies

hole punch
recycled file folders
ribbon, string, or yarn

Why

Make a statement in your own space! Hang this handsome name-chain on your door, locker, desk, or anywhere you keep your stuff!

Steps

1. With Crayola® Crayons, write your name or nickname in large letters on a recycled file folder or index cards. Use block letters, a favorite font, or invent your own artsy style—just make each letter wide.
2. With your crayons and Crayola MiniStampers, decorate each letter. You could try the same style on each, coordinate colors, or mix shapes, patterns, and hues. Design your door hanger in a way that makes a personal statement!
3. Cut the letters out with Crayola Scissors. Starting at the bottom of the first letter of your name, attach the bottom of each letter to the top of the next with a Crayola Glue Stick.
4. Punch a hole in the top of the first letter. Tie ribbon through the hole to form your hanger.

When & Where

"When my son learned to print his name in block letters, he was so proud! He hung his name on his bedroom door."
- Mary V., mother, age 6.

"Students made these the first week of school. They put them on their desks. What a great way to learn each other’s names!"
- Bea S., school volunteer.

Interesting Info

Did you know that the five most commonly used male names in the United States are James, John, Robert, Michael, and William? The five most commonly used female names in the United States are Mary, Patricia, Linda, Barbara, and Elizabeth. What are popular names among your friends?

Safety Guidelines

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.