Level of difficulty: For the more craft-inclined (hand-sewing involved)

Age range: 5+ with help

Safety first: A young crafter can use a plastic needle, which will sew easily through felt. Swap in safety scissors while you’re at it.

The takeaway: This is a great project to practise hand-stitching. Learning to sew is a great skill that leads to bigger and more exciting projects. This cute fruit-themed purse is a fun starting point.

You’ll need:

scissors

marker

velcro dots

embroidery thread and needle

two felt sheets, in contrasting colours

a medium-sized bowl to trace (whatever size bowl you choose will determine the size of the wristlet)

Step 1

Trace your bowl (flipped upside down so the widest part is against the felt) on your two pieces of contrasting felt and cut out with scissors.
Step 2

Cut one felt circle in half. Use the other half to make three wedges with rounded corners. Cut a thin strap out of the leftover felt (use the longest part possible so little wrists can fit through it comfortably).

Step 3

Fold your strap in half and sew it to the top right corner of your half circle. Continue sewing the half circle onto the full circle of felt using a blanket stitch. This will form the pocket.

Step 4

Flip your full circle over and sew the felt wedges you cut out in step 2 onto the front in a citrus slice pattern. Use a backstitch for a nice finish. Add a velcro dot to the pocket to close your wristlet.
...