Originally Posted by loolahbel
I have purchased a Janome mini for my 10 year old GD for Christmas and am looking for suggestions on what would be a good first project for her. I primarily piece quilt tops (lots of cottons in my stash) but have also done a little clothes sewing so keep that in mind when you give me your suggestions.
I expect that we will start our first project the day after Christmas so appreciate whatever suggestions you offer. Thanks.
The first thing I taught my DGD was a pillowcase out of flannel. That was 5 years ago and she still uses it. Next she made a log cabin pillow for her DM for Christmas. That was 5 yrs ago, she is now 15 and working on a black & white double quilt for herself. She is still shy of the rotary cutter, so I still supervise this, but, other than that, she chooses the colours and fabric on her own. Have fun teaching, it is very rewarding, especially, when they decide they like it.....