So you've decided to spend a bit of time helping teach your Little One(s) to sew. Great! The obvious starting point is often a few simple hand sewn projects. Grab a needle and get going! hmmm..it is often at this point that things start to get frustrating as you find your LIttle One is struggling with the whole needle and thread thing. Is there an easier way? Well usually. Try starting with a needle that is better suited to both your Little One and the project you've chosen to work on together.
Take a look at the Lolo & Grace guide to hand sewing needles. You'll find a host of information about most of the different types of needles you will come across and some advice on which needles to use to get your Little Ones going. And you may just find some good stuff for Big People as well!
If you are after the abridged version and just want to get started with your Little One before the initial enthusiasm wears off - go grab a Chenille needle (you might already have one floating in your pin cushion). This needle is a pointed tapestry needle that will work with a lot of fabrics and is easy to handle for Little Hands. It is also great for learning how to thread a needle as it has a big eye.
This needle guide is the first of what will be a series on all the basics you need to know to get your Little People sewing. So, go forth and sew!
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