Great idea! She can do fabric selection, some of the rough cutting of the fusible and final pieces, and maybe like to help with the sewing. My machine can be set for very slow speed so I have children press the foot pedal, stopping before each pin and removing them. Some like to put the pins in a bowl and "collect" them with a magnet to put into the pincushion. If you take a few pics she'll have photos to show friends. Have a great time!