Easy Sewing Cards for Kids

Print on cardstock, punch the holes and thread with yarn. Finished cards look lovely as ornaments or gift tags. Great as a Christmas craft or any time of year.

Shapes included

Simple geometric shapes to lace along the edges or create patterns with, including gem shapes and a few festive forms resembling snowflakes and trees — great as Christmas ornaments when finished. Displayed on coloured card with contrasting yarn, they look lovely hung up as decorations or used as gift tags.

How to make the sewing cards

1. Print the templates on cardstock, or print on plain paper and trace onto colourful cardstock. For cards that can be used repeatedly, try cardboard or sheet balsa wood and drill the holes.

2. Punch the holes according to the template. A standard paper punch works for holes on the edges. For the interior holes where the punch won't reach, carefully cut with a craft knife, or push an empty pen through the paper.

3. For the yarn, tie a small piece of paper to one end so it doesn't pull through the holes. Alternatively, roll a tight tube of paper and glue it to the yarn end to create a stiff threading tip — just like a shoelace.

Sewing is wonderful for developing fine motor skills and leads to many creative DIY projects once children get the hang of it. These cards are a gentle, low-pressure introduction.