It's spring break so my son & I are working on some new projects.
One is learning to sew...or teaching a 7 year old
to operate the machine & complete a project.
The first step is to choose the colors ~
My plan was to use up some pre-cut fabric noodles, sew them together,
cut them back into strips, sew again, & then make some small
projects like potholders, doll blankets, etc.
You know...things I need for the house & kitchen?
William's plan was to sew up the noodles into a tube,
stuff it & make a "snake."
After making his fabric color choices he got right down to business
on the machine. He's sewn before & even remembered to put the
right sides of the fabric together before starting the seam.
Good job William!
He needed a little help to guide the fabric straight &
keep the machine at a steady speed.
Notice the machine??
It's a 1938 Singer.
Perfect for quilting & teaching kids to sew.
It only sews back & forward but after all these
years & many projects it still sews like a dream.
It's a perfect size for little hands.
After sewing the strips together & turning the tube
right side out ~ stuffing was next.
The puppy had ripped a hole in a sofa pillow so Will thought
it was perfect to use for stuffing.
A sword also works well to push the stuffing down into the snake.
Next...tongue & button eyes!
(notice the crazy hair & weird "clothes" ???
It's a jammy day at our house)
Old neckties work great for making snakes. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm buying my daughter her own sewing machine (used) for her 16th birthday. I feel lax sometimes for not having taught her to sew well, but she's proud that she can do far more than most of her friends. So I guess I did ok.
You've got it right though, starting at an early age! I hope he enjoys his snake!
Hey Thanks! I had forgotten about neckties ~ that's a great idea. I'll have to scrounge in my husbands closet. Thanks for reading. Tam
ReplyDeleteHey Thanks! I had forgotten about neckties ~ that's a great idea. I'll have to scrounge in my husbands closet. Thanks for reading. Tam
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