So many good ideas here for making great memories! I'd start with the FART (Fabric Acquisition Road Trip) for whatever project and lunch, or shop the stash. I've been doing a lot of pillowcase parties- another one for ConKerr Saturday. Kids really seem to enjoy making pillowcases. I recommend pre-washing the fabrics so the pillowcases look better even right out of the dryer. Just simple straight lines. Ditto for mug rugs- pick a special cup and coordinate the fabrics, then make hot cocoa and cookies to test it out? Doll quilts are simple. Basic American Girl patterns can be made as 3rd or 4th projects depending on the learning curve. I made Barbie clothes for my sister's doll as my first machine sewing project at about age 8- not especially fun.