The second Learn to Sew lesson continues to focus on hand-sewing. Most of the time when we are hand sewing we are not working with felt or yarn. As a result, it is very helpful to practice your stitch size and placement, as well as working with regular all-purpose thread.

Recommended prep before this lesson:

• Lesson 1 – Name Tag Stitch Sampler
• Skill Builder – Slip Stitch
• Skill Builder – Blanket Stitch (Applique Section)

Lesson Category:

• Hand Stitching

Lesson Topics:

• Careful Cutting
• Identifying the Right Side of the Fabric
• Using a Seam Allowance
• Double Threading a Needle
• Tying a knot
• Sewing a Back Stitch
• Blanket Stitch Applique
• Stitch Size & Placement
• Slip Stitch

Whether you have been sewing for a while or are picking up a needle and thread for the first time, rice bags are always a fun project 🙂

For this project, you get to add decoration of your choice to really personalize your project! Decorative stitching can add dimension to any project and is a great skill to have even when sewing complex projects. These also make great gifts when you are finished.

Supplies:

5.5 x 11 inches of Cotton Fabric

Scrap Felt

1 Cup of Rice

Coordinating All-Purpose Thread

Here is the free pattern:

Owl and Sloth Rice Bag Patterns by learncreatesew

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