Been letting my little niece play with the 1-1/2" strips. She measures where the 1/4" seam should be then sews. Bought some small thimbles so she could see which fit the best. We just initial hers so they don't get mixed but I gave her a tote for her sewing notions. If she wants to cut multiples, I supervise her closely when using the smallest rotary cutter. I make her put on an oven mitt to protect her opposite hand. I had a small hoop she takes home to practice embroidery and stitches. She's proficient on the computer. Youtube and Jenny Doan are her favorites.