This post is by regular contributor Kate Gribble of An Everyday Story. Did you ever make a doll when you were little? I sure did, although I think my first one might have been a monster. Either way, making a special little someone is so much fun. Depending on your child’s fine motor skills, children […]
Sewing Projects for Kids: Starting Out With Embroidery
When I was pregnant with AJ, we were very aware of involving Immy in many of the preparations for the new baby’s arrival. One of the ways we did this was inviting Immy to create special artworks to be framed and displayed in the baby’s bedroom, including this wonderful embroidered piece. I wrote in detail […]
Recycled Christmas Sewing Cards
Do you save your Christmas cards once Christmas is over? I do and this year I decided to use some of last years cards to make some simple sewing cards for Immy. I predominantly chose cards with a single bold image that would be easy to cut, and therefore stitch, around. To make them a […]
Homemade Gifts for Kids: Sewing Kit
Here is a simple gift idea for preschoolers or bigger kids who enjoy the challenge of beginner sewing activities. Beginner Sewing Kit You will need: A small toolbox, tackle box or sewing basket – I picked up this plastic toolbox for just $3 Embroidery thread Blunt tipped wool or tapestry needles or bodkins Needle threader […]
Simple Kids Sewing: Sewing Rainbows
Immy and I enjoyed working together to make this simple stitched rainbow to hang in her room. It is a great introduction to learning to embroider for kindergarteners (with guidance) or school aged children. You will need: Hessian Textas/felt tipped markers Embroidery thread Large, blunt nosed needle Embroidery hoop (optional) To make: Have your child […]
