Wooden Letters Starter Set

There is a quiet pleasure in spelling a name, a word, or a small message across a shelf. This wooden letter starter set gives you 112 whitewashed mango wood letters to arrange into something personal, from nursery initials to wedding words and calm, lived-in home displays.

A full alphabet for personal displays

• Four of each alphabetical letter are included, so longer names and fuller words feel easier to build.
• The whitewashed finish softens the grain, giving each letter a time-worn, gently rustic character.
• Use a single initial as a quiet marker of identity, or gather letters into words with meaning.
• The hand-finished surface brings small variations, so the set feels warm rather than factory-perfect.
• It suits children’s bedrooms, mantelpieces, wedding tables, christening gifts and simple shelf styling.

Whitewashed wood with a handmade feel

Each letter is made from mango wood with a hand-rubbed whitewash finish. Mango wood is valued for its visible grain and comes from a fast-growing tree, giving the letters a natural warmth beneath the pale surface.

The wider set also uses Albesia wood. The letters are handmade in Indonesia, so slight differences in shape, grain and finish are part of their character.

Where to arrange them

Place the letters on a shelf, sideboard, mantelpiece or party table where the word can be read at a glance. They work especially well against simple walls, natural textures and softer interiors, where the whitewash keeps the look light.

For gifting, choose initials, a name, a date word, or a short phrase that belongs to the person receiving it. The effect is personal without feeling overdone.

Care for the finish

Keep the wooden letters indoors and away from prolonged damp. Dust with a soft, dry cloth, and avoid soaking or harsh cleaners.

Letters with everyday meaning

Decorative letters have a long place in interiors, from carved shop signs and wooden printing type to monograms used on stationery, linens and gifts. A single initial can feel intimate, while a word turns an empty ledge into a small statement of belonging. The whitewashed style sits close to shabby-chic and farmhouse interiors, where deliberate imperfection, pale paint and visible wood grain bring a sense of age and ease.

Set size and details

The set includes 112 letters altogether, with four of each alphabetical letter. Each letter is approximately 15 cm high and 10 to 14 cm wide. The full starter pack weighs 8000 g.

A thoughtful personalised gift

This set suits anyone creating a personal corner at home, styling a celebration table, or choosing a keepsake for a child’s room. It is especially good for names, initials and words that carry a little shared history.

Common questions

Are the letters all exactly the same?
No. They are handmade in Indonesia, so small variations in shape, grain and whitewashed finish are expected.

Can these wooden letters be used outside?
They are best kept indoors. The wood and finish should not be left in damp weather or prolonged outdoor conditions.

What words can I make with the set?
The set contains four of each alphabetical letter, giving more flexibility for names, initials and longer decorative words.