Product Description

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #90892 in Books
• Published on: 1995-03-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 40 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780935278293
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Customer Reviews

the first in a series of excellent books
This book is the first in an excellent series of books. Not only are the teaching methods sound, but children (and adults) will love the rhyme and the terms Ms. Cherry has developed. As my grandchildren approach age five, I will begin to teach them to sew with these books!

"I'm so proud I made this myself!"
Can't understand calling this book a "gimmick." The author obviously likes children, loves sewing, and spent a long time making friendly, instructive rhymes that small kids can read (and remember, and quote) and follow ON THEIR OWN. There's real value to a small book (I have the kit, and it's great) that teaches one thing very well, and establishes good sewing rules (clean work space, hands washed, put the needle back in the cushion immediately). It lays a good foundation, and that's worth a great deal.

It's very true this only teaches the blanket stitch, but this is a great stitch to learn first, as there's less finger pricking and a chance to develop some control. My children were really excited to make stuffed animals for their younger siblings. Both of them came to me separately and said, "I'm so proud I did this." Now they have the confidence to go on to the "My First Embroidery Book," which will help them learn other hand stitching, in preparation for quilt work later.

Didn't initially expect much, but this has been one of the best teaching aids I've purchased.

Wonderful book and kit!
My 5-year-old daughter and I just love this book! Very clear descriptions of all the steps needed to make simple stuffed animals/shapes. The kit is a great purchase...includes patterns that can be cut out for 30+ animals/shapes and materials to make two felt birds. We've made several and have shared this book with her friends while having sewing play dates. Big hit in our house.