Pyjama Day / Sleep Mask Decorating
Sleep Mask Decorating
Children cut and decorate felt eye masks with sequins and stitching. A cosy craft for pyjama day.
How to run it
- Cut felt masks from a template.
- Attach elastic with stitches or glue.
- Decorate with sequins and thread.
- Try them on during quiet time.
You will need
- felt
- elastic
- sequins
- fabric glue
- embroidery thread
- blunt needles
Make it easier or harderUse glue for younger children; older children can stitch designs.
SafetyUse blunt needles with supervision and keep sequins away from younger children.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children practise fine motor and sewing skills.
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