This book is very kid-friendly, and her confidence was right on, I was quite impressed with her first stitches! One of the best things, is the look on her face the whole time, truly enjoying herself!
Soon, it was time to pause, stuff it (which she loved doing as well,) and proudly share her first sewing creation!
I'm not affilated with or reviewing the book, Sewing School, we just had a great experience with it, and I wanted to share. I would recommend it to small children who want to learn to sew, as it is made for the very young, and Violet's smile shows how much fun it was for us. ♥
On another note, I won't deny that my daughter uses technology, and enjoys modern pleasures, too, but I just loved seeing her enjoy some good old-fashioned sewing! Kids are so creative, and it's great to provide opportunities for them to use their creative juices! Happy Mothers' Day everyone!!
I agree that it is so important to teach our kids about being creative and learning some good old fashioned skills. I am proud to say that both my girls know how to crochet and we try to make gifts whenever we can! Just found your blog via the Weekend Blog Walk hosted by At Home Take 2 ~ I’m your newest follower now too!
ReplyDeleteI just recently re-branded myself and moved my blog over to self-hosted WordPress so I would love♥ it if you could return the follow – I am still trying to build up my blog!
~KerrieLynn
www.TheMixGal.net
What great gift ideas! I love giving gifts to kids that inspire them! I've never been good with a needle and thread so I am in awe of that pin cushion apple. GOOD FOR HER! :)
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cool birthday present! great work Violet x
ReplyDeleteOmgosh! I love this! It reminds me of when I learned to sew and crochet at about the same age. :o) I remember my family (and I had a BIG one!) sitting and watching me because they thought it was so funny that I wanted to learn those skills at such a young age. Lol
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your daughter for being so interested and having the persistence to stick with her first creation. She did an awesome job! What a beautiful apple! And lots of hugs to you, Mom! For putting together such a wonderful gift and inspiring your daughter to be creative and to learn something new, too.
Btw, I came to visit because you stopped by my blog yesterday and left a nice message. I'm so glad I decided to swing by your blog to say, " hi" . I am so looking forward to exploring more of your posts! I love making new blog "friends"!
I hope you and your family have a delightful Mother's Day!
K at librarystorytimeabcs.blogspot.com
How Adorable is she? I know so many ladies that cannot sew...it's sad. Glad we are starting our girls off right!
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What a great gift. She did a good job. So many children today do not even know how to sew on buttons or repair simple torn linings. This gift will keep on giving. Love it!
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http://www.practicallyperfectprincess.com/
I'm going to hunt out a copy of this book, would love our kids to feel that sense of pride after sewing something themselves- love your blog : )
ReplyDeleteFun! I'm getting ready to delve into the world of sewing myself.. she's already one up on me lol :) I agree with you too kids are so creative. Watching them use that creativity and love it is such a wonderful thing! Stopping by from the weekend blog hop.. Have a great Sunday!
ReplyDeleteYea Violet! I love the sweet little apple - such nice stitches! Can't wait to see what you make next! Thanks so much for sharing and for the nice words about the book - I'm glad you and your family likes it.
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