| For Kids: Sewing a Birthday Card |
From "Crafty Kids"
episode DCK-103 |
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Authors Nancy Smith and Linda Milligan have written a series of informative books teaching kids to sew with a sewing machine. Designed for boys and girls aged 7 and up, the I'll Teach Myself series can enable children to work independently. The books offer in-depth instructions and project ideas, including the unique birthday card featured here. Sewing Tips for Kids - Crafty Kids host Diana Canova recommends that kids use a beginner's sewing machine because of the ease of use and specially adapted features (figure A).
- Kids should practice sewing a maze pattern or a dot-to-dot pattern. These patterns will help them learn how to follow straight lines and change thread color (figure B).
Birthday Card Materials: Note card
Flat "treasures" such as stickers, photos, glittery stars, etc.
Plastic report cover
- Cut the plastic report cover to fit over the note card.
- Decorate the card with your personal treasures.
- Place plastic over the decorated card and sew around the edges (figure C).
Guests:
Nancy Smith and Linda Milligan, Authors of the I'll Teach Myself series
c/o Possibilities
8970 E. Hampton Ave.
Denver, CO 80231
Web site: www.possibilitiesquilt.com
E-mail: info@possibilitiesquilt.com
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