10 yr old quilting
#32
I don't think you are being over protective at all those cutters are scarey sharp and can do long term nerve damage depending on the severity of the cut.
That being said you know your gd better than us. I have a 17 yr old I wouldn't let near a rotary cutter because to him everything is a game, but my 12 yr. old I would let use the cutter because she is cautious and careful, and she understands its not a toy.
Now, if it were me I would do the cutting just for the fact that is she gets the measuring and cutting wrong it might discourage her from finishing the quilt. My cutting is horrible as a result there were 2 yrs between my first and second quilt. If you cut them straight for her she will be happier with her end product.
I cannot wait to see her quilt have fun passing on a tradition. :)
That being said you know your gd better than us. I have a 17 yr old I wouldn't let near a rotary cutter because to him everything is a game, but my 12 yr. old I would let use the cutter because she is cautious and careful, and she understands its not a toy.
Now, if it were me I would do the cutting just for the fact that is she gets the measuring and cutting wrong it might discourage her from finishing the quilt. My cutting is horrible as a result there were 2 yrs between my first and second quilt. If you cut them straight for her she will be happier with her end product.
I cannot wait to see her quilt have fun passing on a tradition. :)
#34
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just make sure you get her a pair of the gloves that are for protecting her hands while she cuts. that and with you by her side should make a safe cutting enviroment; just tell her she always has to do it like that and no solo cutting
#39
Write out some safety instructions about where to put hands etc. whilst cutting. Then tell her that you will give her a safety test. Demonstrate to her as to safe practice and then supervise without hovering and she will surprise you.Of course, make sure that the tools are sharp. I really believe that people have more accidents with blunt tools when they have to push and shove to get things working.
I find if I emphasise, to the kids I teach any sewing to, that they have to use a proper quilting ruler and that the thinner rulers are dangerous, they are very safety conscious.
I find if I emphasise, to the kids I teach any sewing to, that they have to use a proper quilting ruler and that the thinner rulers are dangerous, they are very safety conscious.
#40
Originally Posted by Ruby the Quilter
My 10 yr old granddaughter wants to make a quilt for her full size bed. She has done some sewing and made a same quilt with squares I cut. She really wants to cut the pieces herself. I'm concerned about her using a rotary cutter - am I being an over protected Grandma?
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