Looking to get your children into sewing? Whether you're on a mission to raise creative kids or you're just on the hunt for screen-free activities, we've rounded up our favourite sewing kits for kids.
I've personally tested most of the kits in this article with my own children; there's rarely a weekend or school holiday that I can't be found having a mini splurge on kids craft supplies.
Zoe Williams, Gathered Launch Editor
Sewing is a great way for children to improve their motor skills and dexterity. It's a creative and fun hobby, and it's also a very useful life skill.
If you want your little ones to become obsessed with sewing like mine, here's the best sewing kits for kids!
If you're looking for more fun ideas for kids, check out our arts and crafts to do at home.
12 of the best sewing kits for kids
1. Wooden rainbow sewing kits for kids
Best for building hand-eye coordination
This is a really lovely introduction for stitching for children – personally speaking we can confirm it as we've tried them with our own children.
A lot of kids' sewing kits can actually be quite tricky for smaller children to cope with – it takes time to develop hand-eye coordination for some needlework (but what a fun way to practise).
These wooden rainbows are nice and sturdy for younger children to hold and simple to stitch.
2. Galt Toys first sewing craft kit for kids
Best for first time sewing
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Another tried and tested kit from us on team Gathered. This review partly comes courtesy of our Senior Editor Zoe's 5-year-old daughter, Eve.
This craft kit makes a great birthday or Christmas present. It includes lots of super simple stitching of pre-cut felt shapes to help mini makers create their own DIY fashion accessories. Let's face it, most pre-teens these days desperately do want their own phone case!
It's suitable for ages 5+. Younger makers will need a hand as it can be easy for the plastic needle to get tangled. Our child testers loved sewing their own bags, photo frame and notebook holder (pencils and notepad included too!).
Galt Toys sell a whole range of craft kits for kids so check out their full range.
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3. Animal hand puppet sewing kit for kids
Best for entertainment
Baker Ross is very much our go-to website for kids' craft supplies.
This fun kids' sewing kit has a double benefit. If you're looking for maximum entertainment factor – when they've finished sewing, its puppet show time!
This sewing kit for kids will allow your little ones to put on a show once they've finished sewing.
It comes with everything you need including the plastic needle which makes this entire activity super safe no matter your child's age.
We dare you to resist adding a few other bits to your basket while you're over at Baker Ross snaffling up these. Don't even get us started on their sand art supplies.
Find a sewing craft kit for you!
For more ideas, make sure you head to our 50 craft kits for adults to pick yourself up a passion project (it also includes some really fun cross stitch kits).
4. Animal keychain craft kit for kids
Best for birthday parties
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Your little ones will love this craft kit for kids because it allows them to sew their very own mini animal friends.
And yes, you don't have to be under 16 to want to make these – grown-ups can have a go too.
This is a great kit because it comes with the materials to sew 6 different animal keychains. Perfect if you have a birthday party, playdate or multiple kids to entertain.
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5. Galt Toys Sewing Case
Best for crafting on the go
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This sweet introduction to sewing projects will teach children how to make a cottage cushion, puppy handbag, bunting, cupcake box, hedgehog pincushion and lavender heart, all packed in a suitcase for them to store their new sewing stash in.
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6. Unicorn sewing kit
Best for children 6 years+
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Get ready to sew some magic with this DIY sewing kit with this unicorn kit.
This kids sewing kit comes with clear, step-by-step instructions and all the materials needed for children to make a unicorn softie, a pillow, a keyring, a bag and a mobile by themselves without a fuss.
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7. Kids sewing kit – pick your favourite design!
Best for older children
- Buy it now from Etsy (£19.81)
With 12 different designs and 5 different thread shades to choose from, these really lovely little introductory sewing kits for kids from Mama P's Place on Etsy make great gifts.
You're sure to find the right one to suit your mini maker's personality.
Each kit comes with an embroidery ring and fabric, a colourful needle and 3 shades of yarn.
It's suitable for ages 4 and over though we'd probably recommend children from 7 upwards will get the most out of it (depending on your child of course).
8. Sew Mini Treats
Best for pre teens and teens
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Sew a little kawaii and make your own felted play food with sweet faces – this is a cool sewing kit for kids that older children will enjoy too.
It comes with patterns and materials for them to make 18 itty-bitty foods – no sewing experience needed!
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9. Kids needlepoint kit
Best for kids wanting to try cross stitch
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Needlecraft is an incredible hobby to get young makers into and with 20 different animal designs to choose from, these cute kits include a great range of motifs to get kids into stitching.
Each design is printed on a short stitch heavy fabric net, so there's no need for embroidery hoop, which makes them easier for younger children (ages 6 and up) to get to grips with.
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10. Solar system kids sewing kit
Best for teaching kids the solar system
- Buy it now (£19.95+, Etsy)
We're so excited about this solar system sewing kit – we've ordered it and can't wait to get stuck in at home.
Better suited for older children, but younger kids could help you with sewing and decorating the planet too.
The kit comes with felt, thread and embellishments but you'll need to get some stuffing separately.
11. Bookmark sewing kit for kids
Best for giving as a gift
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The special thing about this kit (apart from the fact it reminds us of our own first sewing experiences at school as a child) is that your little ones can make them as handmade gifts!
Mums and grandparents will love receiving their own handmade bookmarks for Mother's Day or Christmas.
These kits come with everything kids need to make their first bookmark, apart from the scissors, and young stitchers will learn the basic stitches and develop into threaded, looped or crossed stitches, as well as how to follow simple charts and instructions.
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12. Cotton & Clara pegboard
Best for teaching
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We've really saved the best for last here, as if you haven't yet come across them, we cannot recommend enough Cotton & Clara's kits for teaching kids to sew.
Honestly, we've tried a lot of sewing kits in our house and these are next level.
Zoe Williams, Gathered Launch Editor
Honestly, we've tried a lot of sewing kits in our house and these are next level. These pegboard wall art cross stitch kits aren't marketed to children but they make a perfect kids sewing kit as the peg board is easy to grip and the holes are nice and large.
They do come with a real (but blunt) needle. You'll know your own child as to whether you're ready to make that leap or whether you'd prefer to switch it out with a plastic one, but assuming your child isn't still at the stage of trying to each everyday objects, they may well enjoy feeling trusted with real needle.
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Inspire your little ones with kids' sewing kits
Sewing is one of the most timeless and soothing crafts that you can gift to children. Not only does it hone their fine motor skills (which in turn will give them a handy boost in school as they learn to write), sewing is (at it's core) relaxing and a great de-stressor.
My children find creative tasks relaxing and calming and they get a real sense of pride that builds their self esteem from showing off their finished makes.
Looking for more kids craft ideas?
We're really passionate about getting children crafting here at Gathered, so if that's not enough inspiration for you, you might also enjoy our guides to the best craft ideas for kids, or our age-based round ups of the best crafts for toddlers and crafts for teenagers.
