Put Together A Child's Sewing Box
Sewing is a great handicraft for children, because it is also a useful skill a child is likely to use later in life. Sometimes though it seems that parents are not sure where to start. We need to first let children become familiar with the supplies, next provide some guided instruction and then let the children explore the possibilites on their own. It doesn't take much to put together a box of fun stuff to inspire some sewing, here are some ideas to get you started!
The Basics:
- Fabric (cotton, felt and fleece are the easiest)
- Thread
- Needles (with large eyes)
- Straight Pins (with round plastic heads)
- Safety Pins (these can be better that straight pins)
- Scissors (these need to be sharp, so supervise)
Additional Things You Can Add:
- Measuring tape
- Thimble
- Needle Threader
- Buttons
- Ribbon
A Boy's Sewing Box:
Just because sewing boxes are more traditionally cute wicker baskets, that does not mean you should not put together a sewing kit for a boy. Just put it in a different type of box. The actual things put in the box would be the same. The main difference would be the colors and prints of fabric and thread you would include, as well as the container you put it all in. You would also probably not want to put it in a cute wicker basket. Perhaps a tackle-style box would work instead. Or maybe you could use an old tin lunch box. Or a plastic lunch box of your boy's choice even. Get creative!
Sewing Boxes:
Boy's Sewing Boxes:
Easy Sewing Books on Amazon
Easy Sewing Projects
Links to my blog posts
- Easy Felt Bear
- This post has the instructions and a link to a pattern to make an easy felt bear.
- No Sew Fleece Blanket
- This post has the instructions (available as PDF) to make an easy no sew fleece blanket.
Sewing Boxes on eBay:
Check out these eBay items to get you started.
Tell me what you think!
submit
-
Reply
-
HarmonyArtMom
Nov 24, 2010 @ 2:23 pm | delete
- This is a great lens and I would love to see more from you. :)
-
-
Reply
-
Marsha
Apr 2, 2008 @ 3:58 pm | delete
- What a great idea! This would be perfect for my boys. :-) As to the box itself, I'll just use what I have on hand-- lots of old wipey boxes that they can decorate with stickers.
-
-
Reply
-
Jimmie
Mar 14, 2008 @ 6:37 am | delete
- This is an adorable lens! You did a fantastic job! I think I would love to make a sewing box just for my daughter.
-
-
Reply
-
Jimmie
Mar 14, 2008 @ 6:37 am | delete
- This is an adorable lens! You did a fantastic job! I think I would love to make a sewing box just for my daughter.
-
-
Reply
-
Jimmie
Mar 14, 2008 @ 6:37 am | delete
- This is an adorable lens! You did a fantastic job! I think I would love to make a sewing box just for my daughter.
-
-
Reply
-
EelKat Mar 11, 2008 @ 3:39 am | delete
- I've added your lens as a featured lens on my Lord Sesshomaru Costume lens. Here is the URL if you want to see where I put the link: http://www.squidoo.com/LordSesshomaruCostume
-
-
Reply
-
Brittney (King Alfred Academy)
Mar 9, 2008 @ 3:37 pm | delete
- What a great list of things to include in a sewing box. I especially love the sewing box ideas for boys, since I have two! I am new to the whole Handicraft idea and have been looking for ideas for my ds7. He has expressed wanting to learn how to sew. I think I may put together a sewing box filled with your suggestions for him for Easter!
Thanks for the ideas!
-
-
Reply
-
CLB Jan 26, 2008 @ 2:40 pm | delete
- I like your Hearts and Trees Blog and love the idea of the sewing kits for kids and teens. Only thing is, since I am overseas the postage would cost more than the kit or something like that... But everybody out there, to check it out!
;)
-
by HeartsAndTreesAmanda
HeartsAndTreesAmanda
My name is Amanda. I create and sell art, nature study and handicraft kits for home school families. Check out my blog Hearts and Trees more »
- 1 featured lens
- Winner of 2 trophies!
- Top lens » A Child's Sewing Box
Feeling creative?
Create a Lens!
Explore related pages
- Pretty Pincushion Patterns to Make and Give Pretty Pincushion Patterns to Make and Give
- Projects and Ideas With Kids Sewing Machine Projects and Ideas With Kids Sewing Machine
- Printable Sewing Cards Printable Sewing Cards
- Sewing Projects | Free Sewing Projects Sewing Projects | Free Sewing Projects
- Beautiful Ballet Bags -- Totes for Dancers of All Ages Beautiful Ballet Bags -- Totes for Dancers of All Ages
- Simple Cross Stitch Projects for Kids Simple Cross Stitch Projects for Kids