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Craft Day / Sew a Cushion

Sew a Cushion

Older children sew, stuff and decorate a small cushion to take home.

How to run it

  1. Help children cut two matching fabric squares.
  2. Pin the squares together, right sides facing in.
  3. Sew around the edges with running or backstitch, leaving a small gap.
  4. Turn right side out, stuff firmly and stitch the gap closed.

You will need

  • fabric
  • stuffing
  • needles
  • thread
  • pins
Make it easier or harderUse felt and large needles for simpler versions; older children use a machine with supervision.
SafetySupervise needles and pins.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Sewing builds persistence and life skills.

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Craft DaySewing DayLong Projects DayBig Kids ClubTeddy Making Day

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