Valentine’s Day: Heart Pocket

A simple pocket to fill with something special.

Materials

• Felt
• Fabric scissors
• Fabric glue OR sewing materials
• Smock
• Optional embellishments (Rick rack, beads, sequins etc.)

Directions

• Cut out two copies of your heart.  If you would prefer your child not to use fabric scissors, have them draw their shape on a piece of paper, cut it out, pin it to the felt and cut it out for them.

• Cut the top half off of one of your copies.

• Sew or glue on any embellishments that you may like (rick rack, sequins, gems, beads etc.)

• If you are sewing, sew the top of the bottom portion to provide a finished edge. (See where we glued the rick rack in the photograph)

• Sew or glue the top (the half) to the bottom (the whole) of your heart around the perimeter. (So there is glue only on the bottom part as seen in the photograph below.)

• Pop in a special treat for a neighbour, friend or relative!

Purpose

• Learning how to make a pocket
• Cutting different materials

Safety Notes

• Fabric scissors can be quite sharp.  Use with supervision and care.
• We suggested a smock if you use fabric glue so you don’t accidentally glue your project to your clothes!
• If you are sewing by machine, have an adult do it or based on your child’s age and abilities, provide direct supervision and guidance.