Sewing is seen as something of a lost art in the world of crafting. For many kids of this generation, sewing is something their parents or grandparents might do to mend a garment, rather than a way to have fun!
Grabbing a needle
Sewing is seen as something of a lost art in the world of crafting. For many kids of this generation, sewing is something their parents or grandparents might do to mend a garment, rather than a way to have fun!
Grabbing a needle and some brightly colored thread is actually a fantastic way to spend a few hours with your children, especially if the weather is one of those rainy spring days. If you’re stuck for ideas, check out these five kid-friendly craft ideas that your young ones are sure to love!
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Age Group: 3-5
If you’re going to try out sewing with your toddler, there are a few things you should bear in mind. Make sure the needle is large enough for their little hands – and not too sharp! If you’re using mesh, you should also ensure it has holes big enough to make sewing relatively simple.
Bunting is a great idea for a simple sewing project that younger children can enjoy. You can use up any leftover scraps of fabric you have around the house, or even use colored card! Cut your chosen material into a triangle shape and help your little one to thread a piece of string through two corners of the triangle. Voila! Your very own strip of bunting – hang it proudly in their bedroom to give them a real sense of achievement.
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Age Group: 6-8
For children aged between 6 and 8 years old, why not help them create a selection of DIY potpourri sachets, for your drawers and containers at home? All you’ll need for this craft is a selection of patterned fabrics, your chosen potpourri, and of course your needle and thread.
First cut your fabric into small rectangles (around 3 inches x 2 inches should be fine). Place your potpourri in the center of one of these rectangles, being careful not to use too much – you don’t want your fragrant parcel to explode in a drawer! Then place the other rectangle over the top, and help your little one to seal the pouch by sewing neatly around the edges.
Age Group: 8-11
If you’ve been crafting with your little ones regularly, they should be ready for a more complex project by now – so why not try cross-stitching? If you can find a pattern that your kids love, it can keep them entertained for hours. All you need to do is ensure that they have the right colored threads available – and, of course, that they understand the basic premise of cross-stitching!
If you need some pattern inspiration, head over to Pinterest. You’ll find conventional patterns like flowers and Celtic symbols, but you’ll also find cross-stitch patterns for Batman, Hello Kitty, Minions and all of your kids’ favorite characters.
Age Group: 12-14
With your little ones heading off to middle school, all of their clothes, school equipment and sports kits will need to be labeled, to ensure they don’t get mixed up or lost. This doesn’t have to be a chore for Mom or Dad – turn it into a crafting activity with your tween!
First off, you’ll need your own set of printed or sewed labels. Make sure these include all the relevant information – your child’s name, their class or grade, and some info that would help someone to return the