Sewing School is written for young sewers ages 5 and older. It is filled with step-by-step pictures and directions that make it easy to learn how to sew. We’ve added tips to make sure that everything goes smoothly so you have lots of fun. Here are the kinds of tips you’ll find with each project.
Each project is rated with one, two, or three stars so you will know the skill level needed to complete it. If you are a brand new sewer, you can start with the easier projects and work your way up. The ratings work like this.
One star means it is an easy project. It is perfect for new sewers. You will sew, at most, two pieces of fabric together. You can make an easy project in about an hour.
Two stars means it is a skill-building project. You will get to try out some new skills, such as sewing on a button or adding some trim. You might want to spend all afternoon or even a few days on this type of project until you get it done.
Three stars means it is a harder project. These projects are meant to challenge you. They have more steps than the other projects, and they might take days or even a week to sew.
This is a short list of the skills you’ll need to complete the project. You might want to go back over the lessons included in this chapter before you begin.
This is a message for your parent or another adult who might be helping you sew the project.
This is a complete list of the fabric and supplies you will need to complete the project. You will find many of those supplies in your sewing kit. (See Lesson Two: In Your Sewing Kit.)
All of the projects in the book are very basic. It is up to you to make them special. Here, you’ll find a few ideas for putting your own stamp on a project.
