Personalised Mermaid Door Hanger DIY Wood Craft Kit

Description

Create a beautiful personalised keepsake with this enchanting Personalised Mermaid Door Hanger DIY Wood Craft Kit. Featuring a charming mermaid surrounded by a magical underwater scene with a dolphin, seahorse, turtle, jellyfish, tropical fish, coral and bubbles, this layered wooden craft kit is supplied unpainted, allowing you to create a one-of-a-kind decoration in your own colours and style.

Personalise the sign with any name of your choice, making it a wonderful addition to a bedroom door, nursery, playroom or a thoughtful handmade gift for birthdays, Christmas and special occasions.

Precision laser cut from premium quality MDF, every piece has been carefully designed to create a beautiful layered 3D effect once assembled. The kit also features lightly scored detail lines, making painting easier by helping define each section and creating a beautifully finished project with crisp, professional-looking details. Whether you choose realistic ocean colours or bright, magical shades, this DIY kit is the perfect blank canvas for your creativity.

Suitable for kids and adults, this DIY craft kit is easy to assemble and enjoyable for all skill levels. It can be decorated using acrylic paints, paint pens, glitter, decoupage and other craft materials. It’s perfect for schools, nurseries, afterschool clubs, holiday clubs, community groups, libraries, craft workshops and family craft sessions, encouraging creativity while creating a treasured keepsake.

Once completed, your personalised mermaid door hanger makes a stunning decoration for a bedroom door, nursery, playroom or bedroom wall and is sure to be treasured for years to come.

What’s Included in the Kit

• Laser-cut MDF (approx. 3.5mm) wooden pieces (unpainted and unassembled)
• This DIY craft kit includes all wooden pieces needed to create the design
• Lightly scored detail lines for easy painting
• Personalised name pieces
• Layered mermaid pieces
• Dolphin
• Seahorse
• Turtle
• Jellyfish
• Tropical fish embellishments
• Coral and seabed pieces
• Bubble detail pieces
• Layered construction creates a beautiful 3D effect
• Hanging hole for ribbon or twine
• Ribbon/twine, glue and decorating materials are not included unless stated

Size & Dimensions

• Approximate finished height:
  • (w) 297.56 mm x (h) 248.44 mm
  • (w)  11.715 inches x (h) 9.781 inches
• Freestanding decorative piece once assembled

Materials & Finish

• The wood is sustainably sourced
• Laser cut in-house by The Krafty Italian in Malahide, Ireland
• Includes scored details for both decoration and placement guidance
• Smooth surface ideal for painting and decorating but a light sanding can be done if you prefer a smoother finish on unpainted or painted wood.
• Laser-cut edges may have slight darkened finish (normal characteristic)
• A slight burnt smell may be present when first opened but this is completely normal and expected with laser cut wood.
• As this is a natural wood product, slight variations in colour and grain may occur.
• Edges may feel slightly rough due to the cutting process.

How to Care for MDF Wood

• Some natural residue may be present on the surface to remove this just wipe gently with a dry cloth.
• Wooden pieces should be handled with care during use.
• This product is intended for indoor use.
• It should be placed in a sheltered area if used outside.
• This product can be used outdoors if sealed with a suitable exterior varnish.
• Store in a dry environment when not in use.

Hints and Tips

Leftover pieces can be kept and reused for future craft activities.

How to Use / Creative Ideas

• Begin by painting individual pieces before assembly
• Customise colours, themes and finishes to suit your style
• Use the score lines as guides to position layered elements correctly
• Build up the kit by attaching pieces layer by layer
• Use PVA wood glue to secure pieces in place
• Enhance your design with:
  • Acrylic paints or paint pens
  • Glitter, gems, or textured effects
  • Shading techniques to highlight the 3D layers
• Every finished piece can be completely unique

Ideal for:

• Birthday gifts 
• Personalised gifts
• Children’s bedrooms
• Nursery décor
• Playrooms
• Mermaid lovers
• Creative time at home
• Craft activities while you’re busy nearby
• Family crafting sessions
• Homes, schools, childcare settings, craft classes, camps, holiday clubs, afterschools, community groups, craft workshops, community settings and nursing homes
• Handmade gifts
• Rainy day activities.

Skill Level / Who It’s For

• Suitable for children (with adult supervision) and adults
• Beginner-friendly with guided placement lines
• Engaging for more advanced crafters who want to add detail and dimension

Safety & Care

• Decorative item (NOT a toy)
• Small parts – adult supervision required
• Suitable for children aged 3+ with guidance
• Use child-safe paints and adhesives (e.g. PVA glue)

Postage and Packing

Ireland delivery: Tracked with An Post for €6.96 per order

Free shipping in Ireland: orders over €100 qualify for free shipping

Collection available: free pickup from our premises in Malahide, Dublin.