DD is 8yrs old and loves craft, I'm wondering whether a mini sewing machine might be a good Christmas present for her, something that she might get a lot of use of, however I've never used a sewing machine and I don't have an aptitude for crafts in the same way that DD does. Would it be too frustrating for her, seeing as I can't teach her what to do? And would the needle be dangerous?! Could she hurt herself? I'm so clueless. Is the needle protected?
I've looked at John Lewis £50 one. Also the 'sew cool' range but it seems a bit babyish to look at, and isn't a real machine at all just a plasticy thing? I'd spend £100 if I thought it would give DD a lot of fun and develop her creativity. Any thoughts or advice?
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Sewing machine for 8yr old DD? Dangerous & frustrating, or a good idea?
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SylvaniansKeepGettingHoovered · 01/11/2014 22:00
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