Does your child know how to sew? Do you? Members of older
generations learned how to sew as a basic life skill but many
adults today have never acquired the valuable tool of hand sewing.
Sewing offers more than the ability to mend a torn shirt or repair
a button. In addition to being a practical activity, hand sewing
helps little ones develop fine motor skills and patience.
Try one of these beginner projects to get started.
While working on any of these projects, be sure to talk to your
child about the basics of sewing safety, particularly when it comes
to those sharp pins and needles.