In Stitch and String Lab for Kids, art teacher and winner of the
Netflix bake-off show Nailed It! Cassie Stephens presents 40+
inventive projects that explore everything from simple sewing,
embroidery, and weaving to string art, needle felting, and yarn
crafts.
Stitch and String Lab for Kids leads children, step by step, through a
huge range of sewing and fiber art projects. As they go, they will
learn a variety of techniques, develop dexterity and coordination, and
enjoy making a variety of creative projects. Kids will employ simple
embroidery stitches to embellish a sun catcher, wall hangings, and an
appliqué animal. Sewing projects include a drawstring bag, a
sketchbook jacket, and custom plushies. Children will learn how
to make custom looms to weave bookmarks, bracelets, and even a
mini rag rug. They will also experiment with string art,
needle felting, shibori dyeing, pompom animals, as well as
finger knitting, yarn art, and cool wrapping projects.
Each project includes a materials list and illustrated steps,
and the book is filled with useful tips, tricks, and
shortcuts. Stitch samplers will teach the basics, and
templates are included for plushies and stuffies. Kids are
encouraged to make variations and personalize the projects to their
own style and personality.
These 44 creative projects offer a broad and rich sampling of sewing,
fabric, and fiber crafts--Stitch and String Lab for Kids is perfect
for keeping kids busy with educational activities at home, learning
techniques and experimenting at school, or having a ball at
camps and parties. Parents, teachers, homeschoolers, and
facilitators will appreciate the easy, illustrated instruction and the
curriculum-friendly format, with projects that can be completed in
any order.
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books
that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of
topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to
create your own circus--all authored by established experts in their
fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear
step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished
samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a
yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are
open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different
results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are
enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge
on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
