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Overview
Through simple rhymes and clever illustrations, this book introduces children to embroidery. Part of Winky Cherry’s hands-on approach, the projects encourage children to slow down and enjoy the process of learning to sew. Fledgling embroiderists will learn basic techniques, such as the cross-stitch, by stitching their names onto gingham using charts as guides. Inspiring young students to think of embroidery as art, the simple rules in this how-to show kids how to stitch letters, borders, and hearts. Tried and true, this handbook leaves children with a feeling of accomplishment, as well teach lessons in safety, sharing, decision making, confidence, and patience. The complete kit includes thread, hoop, and fabrics.
Provides rhymed easy-to-follow instructions for straight-stitch embroidery and lists materials needed to embroider name samplers to be framed or made into pillows.