Here's the final installment of the Camp katydiddy saga. My niece went home on Friday. I'm recovering. I am not meant to be a camp counselor. A grand time was had by all though and that's what's important.
In a moment of insanity, I decided to teach my niece how to sew. Actually, it was fun and I think she really enjoyed it. She and my daughter decided that they wanted to make felt aliens. Here's my niece's:
I think she did a really great job for an eight year old who never sewed before.
Here's my daughter's:
You must be thinking, "WOW! Her four year old must be a sewing savant!". To be honest, she only designed it. She picked out the colors and decided where the eyes and belly button should go. I did the sewing. I would like to teach her how to sew, but am an overprotective mom who doesn't want her to poke herself a million times with a needle. I've heard of plastic needles for wee ones to sew with. Anyone know anything about them? I really would love to get her started sewing, so any tips on how to do it safely would be so appreciated!
Just so you know, both the aliens are named "Sweetie Pie".
3 comments:
Cute summer camp idea! I know you said they were aliens, but they are so darn cute!
VERY cute and stylish! Quite modern design as well.
I don't know about plastic needles but there are regular ones which are really blunt but will poke through felt just fine.
Hi Laura,
Plastic sewing needles for children are large and blue...bright blue. Dritz are the best; Boyle also has them. Joanns has them, as does just about any store sewing notions.
They're great for kids and adults...either end (eye or point)
is great for scoring papers and fabric; clip the end off the eye and use the needle as a quilling tool; dap a bit of repositionable glue on the end and use it to pick up bitty things (sequins, beads, etc.). I always have a stash of them.
Catch ya later...
Nancy
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