The kids have been showing interest in using the sewing machine lately- K is all about making clothes for her teddy (Pinky) and little gifts for her friends. A on the other hand has his eye on historical costume sewing. We haven't really gotten around to that yet.
But over the weekend Keira and I set aside a bit of time to make things. My machine has a way to sew without the foot pedal and an ability to go very slowly, which is great for the little ones. She can do straight seams, turn corners, pin and cut, and come up with drawn designs for the projects before getting started. (I think she has the most fun with this part.)
From an old cotton curtain, we made the following items: a cape for Pinky with ribbon ties, a handkerchief to take to school, a 'secret diary wrap' (kind of like a bag that ties with ribbons to keep the diary extra secret), and a zipped case for Pinky's alternative outfits, all of them capes.
