Sewing Day / Felt Shape Sewing
Felt Shape Sewing
Older children stitch two felt shapes together and stuff them to make small plush hearts, stars or animals.
How to run it
- Cut matching pairs of felt shapes.
- Show a simple running or blanket stitch.
- Sew around the edge, leaving a small gap.
- Stuff with filling and stitch the gap closed.
You will need
- felt
- needles
- embroidery thread
- stuffing
- scissors
Make it easier or harderUse plastic needles and pre-punched holes for younger children, or have older children design their own shapes.
SafetySupervise needles and count them back in at the end.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 3Children develop fine motor skills and persistence.
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