Sewing Day ideas for OSHC
7 DIY activities for a sewing day at before and after school care or vacation care, usually run around Any time / Winter. Pick and mix, or build a balanced day in one click.
Drawstring Bags
Older children sew a simple fabric drawstring bag with a running stitch, learning a practical skill they can use again.
Sewing Day · Craft Day · Teddy Making Day +1Felt Shape Sewing
Older children stitch two felt shapes together and stuff them to make small plush hearts, stars or animals.
Learn to Day · Sewing Day · Life Skills Day +2Learn to Sew
Children practise running stitch on hessian with plastic needles, then work up to making a simple pouch.
Craft Day · Sewing Day · Long Projects Day +2Sew a Cushion
Older children sew, stuff and decorate a small cushion to take home.
Life Skills Day · Sewing Day · Learn to Day +1Sew On a Button
Children learn to sew a button onto felt, a practical skill they can use at home.
Pyjama Day · Sewing Day · Craft Day +1Sleep Mask Decorating
Children cut and decorate felt eye masks with sequins and stitching. A cosy craft for pyjama day.
Teddy Making Day · Sewing Day · Craft Day +1Stuff and Name a Bear
Children stuff their own soft bear, or a sock bear, and write an adoption certificate giving it a name, birthday and personality.