SHIPPING COST
Shipping cost is calculated as per distance.
Laudium, Erasmia, Raslouw, Eldoraigne (R20)
Gauteng (R85)
Rest of South Africa (R120)
R200,00
My Touch, Stitch and Explore kit
Let your imagination run wild.
Benefits from 1 product
* Learning Shapes
* Concept of big and small
* Learning Colours
* Learn to thread and sew
* Learn to stitch a button in a form of shapes
* Learn different hand stitching
* Develop fine motor Skills
* Develop finger muscles which will help with handwriting skills
* Hand-eye Coordination
* Develop a sense of touch and feel
Product includes
* Set of 5 shapes in 2 sizes and 5 basic colors.
* 3 kids plastic needles
* 2 Lace Reels
* 1 extra long lace for stitching practice
* 1 Sewing Mat
* instructions and additional information on the product.
All above are kid-friendly and felt products.
Aimed at kids 4 to 12 yrs suitable for boys & girls. Develop your child’s Skills.
Shipping cost is calculated as per distance.
Laudium, Erasmia, Raslouw, Eldoraigne (R20)
Gauteng (R85)
Rest of South Africa (R120)
Teacher S –
A sewing activity for 5- to 6-year-olds enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity while fostering patience and focus. Using safe, age-appropriate materials like blunt needles and felt, children learn basic sewing techniques through simple projects.
This activity allows them to express creativity, boosts self-esteem through project completion, and teaches concentration. While challenges like maintaining focus and managing frustration may arise, with proper guidance by adult, this activity offers significant developmental benefits, making it a rewarding and inclusive experience for young boys and girls.
Materials:
Blunt plastic or large-eyed needles: These are safe for small hands and reduce the risk of injury.
Felt or other easy-to-sew fabrics: Felt is soft, easy to handle, and doesn’t fray, making it perfect for beginners.
Embroidery thread: Thicker than standard thread, making it easier for young children to manage.
Pre-cut shapes or templates: Helps the children focus on sewing rather than cutting, which may be challenging at this age.
Variation materials: Wooden or plastic large buttons can easily be added to the materials for transition with other mediums.
All the above come in a sturdy container with an appropriate illustration of the different types of stitching that can be learnt.
Coming from a Montessori teaching background where concrete materials are preferred over abstract work, I highly recommend buying a sewing kit for 5- to 6-year-olds that includes blunt needles, felt, thread, and a felt sewing frame. It’s a safe, durable, and engaging way to develop fine motor skills, creativity, and focus. The kit provides everything needed for simple projects, offering a fun and educational experience that boosts confidence and hand-eye coordination. Perfect for young children exploring hands-on crafts!
Get yours now!
Teacher S
First Friends Montessori
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