Originally Posted by maryb119

When I teach a kid to sew, the first thing they need to learn is to run the sewing machine. I draw lines on a piece of paper and let them stitch on it. One sheet of paper has straight lines. The next has squares so they learn to put the needle down and pivot and the next one is a coil so they learn to sew curves. Then we make something simple like a can coozie or a pillow care. Kids will tell you what they want to make. Let her chose the fabrics. If she doesn't like the fabric, sewing will not hold her interest. Some things will look good together and some won't but it is her choice. I taught kids classes at the LQS for a few summers. I never heard "I can't do that" from a kid...only the adults. There are lots of beginner friendly patterns on line. Just google for simple sewing patterns.