Looking for ways to inspire kids to learn and enjoy sewing? How about bags, pajamas, lunch totes, simple quilts belts, etc.? Or even better, host a kids sewing party (or class)?
SewCalGal is always looking for fun ways to inspire and teach the next generation to learn and enjoy sewing and crafting, of all forms. And, I'm delighted to share insights with you today about a new book that is a great way to inspire and teach kids to sew.
A Kid's Guide to Sewing: 16 Fun Projects You'll Love To Make and Use, by Sophie Kerr with Weeks Ringle and Bill Ker is a new book published by Fun Stitch Studio, an imprint by CT Publishing. Fun Stitch Studio is all about the next generation and they encourage kids to "Stitch Your Art Out".
This book is a great resource for anyone that wants to teach kids to sew and an excellent gift idea for anyone that wants to inspire a kid to sew too!
Projects in this book are rated from beginners to advanced and range from a simple pillow, washable pet bed, cuddle fleece scarf, hairband, zippered pouch, sleepover bag, fancy ribbon belt, embroidered pillowcase, reversible messenger bag, backpack decorations, quilted place mats, pool cover-up, tiered skirt, insulated lunch bag, cuddle fleece patchwork throw, simple throw, fancy multicolored throw, and even a cute zippered tote.
All of the projects come with supply lists, instructions and visuals.
You can find this book on Amazon, C&T Pubishing and many quilting and crafting stores.
Did I Mention A Giveaway?
Due to limited funds available for shipping, this prize is open only to Followers of SewCalGal that live in the US. SewCalGal will ship this book to the respective winner and pay for such expenses (comes out of my personal quilting budget).
Those interested in winning this book can enter by way of using this form to enter.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
This giveaway will remain open thru the end of October. The winner will be randomly selected and this post will be updated to announce the winner. And, I'll also send the winner an email to claim the prize.
To learn about more giveaways and contests, click the page on my blog labeled "Giveaways".
This looks like a wonderful book and I love that idea of 'flip & sew' on the plush - just might use that myself. (excusing myself from the give away)
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Of course I played in Fairyland, and Oz and all sorts of places when I was a child. And I still do.
ReplyDeleteShe's 11?! Wow, what a talented person, she's one to watch.
ReplyDeleteLOL - I was to much of tomboy to play in Fairyland, unless it was covered in mud! I have a quilty friend whose granddaughter asked for a sewing machine for Christmas and this book would be a perfect complement.
ReplyDeleteThis book looks awesome. I wish I had taught my daughter to sew when she was young.
ReplyDeleteI think my granddaughter would love this book. She is 9 and loves to sew. I need to keep her enthusiastic about sewing... someone has to inherit the stash! Looks like this book is full of fun projects that she would like.
ReplyDeleteI was a Tomboy when lil' too...no time for "girlie" things! lol
ReplyDeleteHave an almost 7 yr old Grangirlie (verrrry much into "girlie: fun!!) that wants to learn to sew... We have done a few simple projects together...this book will be Wonderful to give to her, and share making things together!! Thanks! :)
Looks like a great book, wish I had some small child to teach. (excusing myself from the give away)
ReplyDeleteMy granddaughter is twelve and loves to sew. I help her with some of her projects, but she has done several on her own. I'm sure she would enjoy trying some of the projects in this book.
ReplyDeleteI have a friend who is teaching two young ladies to sew, so I would share this with her for ideas to use with them.
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My niece Anna would enjoy this book. Her mom has been wanting to work on some sewing projects with her and it sounds as if this would have a lot of great ideas and insights into sewing with kids.
ReplyDeleteThis book would be great for helping teach my granddaughter, grandson, niece, and nephew to sew. They are 12-16 years old. -- soparkaveataoldotcom
ReplyDeleteGreat book. I'd love to win this for my niece. Thanks. I'm a follower.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a great book. My seven year old grand wants to learn to sew. This is what I am looking for.
ReplyDeleteI'll look for in our stores or Amazon.
Thanks.
I sewed with 6 grandchildren this summer. There are several more who would like to be included this year. I let them pick their own projects but a collected, at their skill level book would be most helpful and fun. Thanks.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a great book! FUN!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful inspiration for young aspiring sewers! A book by one of them! Congrats, Sophia!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I was considered a tomboy, I loved girly things like jewelry and nail polish. Then I would hop the fence and climb a tree. lol My nephew is learning to sew with me, and I would love to give him this, so he has other projects he can work on when we can't get together. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance
ReplyDeleteCute book. I could use this for my kids sewing camps this summer.
ReplyDeleteMy 6 yr old granddaughter is interested on sewing. We have already made a doll blanket together.
ReplyDeleteWhat a really great book for young sewers to inspire them!
ReplyDeleteA very cool book, I would love it for my daughter, she loves to watch me sew and is always asking questions.
ReplyDeleteI never know if the raffle copter worked or not. Oh well. The book looks great. I'd love to win a copy. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteLooks like an awesome book and I'm all for inspiring anyone who wants to learn how to sew. I have lots of nieces and would love to share this book.
ReplyDeleteThank you for a super giveaway and a chance to win.
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For my grandchildren, thanks for the giveaway.
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Looks like a fantastic book! I would be winning it for my daughter :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book for my cousin who is interested in learning to sew!
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