{"title":"Kids Sewing \u0026 Cross Stitch Kits NZ","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ds-fourteen-7{box-sizing:border-box;max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto 16px;padding:20px 22px 0;border:1px solid #e4ddd1;border-top:3px solid #b94135;border-radius:14px;background:#f6f2ea;color:#213238;font-family:inherit;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;text-align:left}\n#ds-fourteen-7 *{box-sizing:border-box}#ds-fourteen-7 .ds-eyebrow{margin:0 0 7px;font-size:11px;line-height:1.4;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#b94135}#ds-fourteen-7 .ds-intro{max-width:1010px;margin:0 0 14px}\n#ds-fourteen-7 nav{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin:0 0 15px}#ds-fourteen-7 nav a{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;min-height:44px;padding:8px 13px;border:1px solid #d8d0c4;border-radius:999px;background:#fff;color:#213238;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;line-height:1.3;text-decoration:none}#ds-fourteen-7 nav .ds-all{background:#b94135;border-color:#b94135;color:#fff}#ds-fourteen-7 nav a:hover{border-color:#b94135}#ds-fourteen-7 a:focus-visible,#ds-fourteen-7 summary:focus-visible{outline:3px solid #b94135;outline-offset:3px}\n#ds-fourteen-7 details{border-top:1px solid #e4ddd1}#ds-fourteen-7 summary{padding:13px 0;cursor:pointer;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.45;color:#213238}#ds-fourteen-7 .ds-guide{max-width:1000px;padding:0 0 16px}#ds-fourteen-7 .ds-guide p{margin:0 0 10px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65}#ds-fourteen-7 .ds-guide p:last-child{margin-bottom:0}\n@media(max-width:600px){#ds-fourteen-7{padding:17px 16px 0;border-radius:10px}#ds-fourteen-7 .ds-eyebrow{font-size:10px}#ds-fourteen-7 nav{gap:7px}#ds-fourteen-7 nav a{font-size:13px;padding:8px 11px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"ds-fourteen-7\" aria-label=\"Choosing a children’s sewing or cross-stitch kit\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-eyebrow\"\u003eChildren’s projects · Hand sewing · Cross stitch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-intro\"\u003eChoose a DMC felt sewing picture for ages 6 and over, or a cross-stitch key-ring kit for ages 10 and over. Compare the project format, supplied needle and stated age guidance before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cnav aria-label=\"Related shopping ranges\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"ds-all\" href=\"#collection-products\"\u003eBrowse the range\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dmc-yarn-craft-kits-accessories-nz\"\u003eDMC range\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/embroidery-accessories\"\u003eEmbroidery supplies\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hand-sewing-needles\"\u003eHand sewing needles\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sewing-kit-nz\"\u003eSewing kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eChoosing a children’s sewing or cross-stitch kit\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ds-guide\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelt pictures — ages 6+:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fanfan the Elephant, Romain the Rabbit and Tony the Tiger use a perforated felt base, yarn, adhesive felt details and a plastic needle. They make flat pictures for display, not stuffed toys. Follow the included steps together; adult supervision is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey rings — ages 10+:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flip \u0026amp; Flap and Mini \u0026amp; Maxi use pre-punched wooden shapes to make two cross-stitch key rings per kit. They include a metal needle and small parts, so keep the age guidance and adult supervision in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck what the project needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Read each listing for exact contents and finished dimensions. The two formats use different materials and instructions; do not assume every children’s craft kit has the same tools. Framing for the felt pictures is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"dmc-fanfan-the-elephant-kids-felt-sewing-kit","title":"DMC Fanfan the Elephant Kids’ Felt Sewing Kit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;color:#293333;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px;background:#f6f5f1;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eDMC Fanfan the Elephant Kids’ Felt Sewing Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a cheerful blue elephant picture with Fanfan. The green perforated felt base gives young makers a place to practise stitching, while stick-on felt features create the face and finishing details without every piece needing to be sewn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this project right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for ages 6 and over, this is a guided introduction to hand sewing with a plastic needle. Enjoy it as an adult-and-child craft activity, then display the finished felt picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 6 years and over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished picture: 17.5 × 19.5cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelt picture-making kit—not a stuffed toy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15m polyester yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne perforated felt base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 adhesive felt pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic needle and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult supervision is recommended. Display framing is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/embroidery-accessories\"\u003eembroidery supplies and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online from Direct Sewing, with nationwide New Zealand shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67716175429853,"sku":"DMF003","price":24.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/dmc-fanfan-the-elephant-kids-felt-sewing-kit-1.jpg?v=1790582399"},{"product_id":"dmc-kids-flip-flap-cross-stitch-key-ring-kit","title":"DMC Kids’ Flip \u0026 Flap Cross Stitch Key Ring Kit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;color:#293333;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px;background:#f6f5f1;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eDMC Kids’ Flip \u0026amp; Flap Cross Stitch Key Ring Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStitch two colourful character key rings with DMC Flip \u0026amp; Flap. The perforated wooden shapes provide a firm base for cross stitch, and the felt decorations and fur-effect detail turn the stitching into two playful accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this project right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ages 10 and over. This kit combines stitching and decorating, with two key rings to keep together or share. A metal needle is included, so adult guidance is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 10 years and over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes two key rings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished sizes: 12 × 6.7cm and 12 × 5.5cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12m cotton thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo perforated wooden shapes and two metal key rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14 adhesive felt pieces and four adhesive dots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fur-effect piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains a metal needle and small parts. Adult supervision is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/embroidery-accessories\"\u003eembroidery supplies and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online from Direct Sewing, with nationwide New Zealand shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67716175691997,"sku":"DMFBK2020","price":24.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/dmc-kids-flip-flap-cross-stitch-key-ring-kit-1.jpg?v=1790582380"},{"product_id":"dmc-kids-mini-maxi-cross-stitch-key-ring-kit","title":"DMC Kids’ Mini \u0026 Maxi Cross Stitch Key Ring Kit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;color:#293333;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px;background:#f6f5f1;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eDMC Kids’ Mini \u0026amp; Maxi Cross Stitch Key Ring Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn two wooden shapes into a pair of character key rings with Mini \u0026amp; Maxi. Colourful cotton stitches and layered felt details make this a hands-on project with a finished accessory for a bag or set of keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this project right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ages 10 and over. The pre-punched wooden shapes help show where the stitches go, while the two designs offer separate little projects to complete. A metal needle is included; adult guidance is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 10 years and over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes two key rings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished sizes: 11 × 7.2cm and 11.5 × 6cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13m cotton thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo perforated wooden shapes and two metal key rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26 adhesive felt pieces and four adhesive dots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains a metal needle and small parts. Adult supervision is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/embroidery-accessories\"\u003eembroidery supplies and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online from Direct Sewing, with nationwide New Zealand shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67716175855837,"sku":"DMFBK2021","price":24.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/dmc-kids-mini-maxi-cross-stitch-key-ring-kit-1.jpg?v=1790582407"},{"product_id":"dmc-romain-the-rabbit-kids-felt-sewing-kit","title":"DMC Romain the Rabbit Kids’ Felt Sewing Kit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;color:#293333;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px;background:#f6f5f1;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eDMC Romain the Rabbit Kids’ Felt Sewing Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRomain the Rabbit brings together pink yarn, a white perforated felt background and bright stick-on details. Young makers can practise pulling yarn through the prepared holes, then add the rabbit’s features to complete a colourful picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this project right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ages 6 and over, with a plastic needle supplied. This is a flat felt picture to make and display, not a stuffed rabbit. Adult help is useful for following the steps and finishing the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 6 years and over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished picture: 17.5 × 19.5cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelt picture-making kit—not a stuffed toy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14.5m polyester yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne perforated felt base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 adhesive felt pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic needle and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult supervision is recommended. Display framing is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/embroidery-accessories\"\u003eembroidery supplies and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online from Direct Sewing, with nationwide New Zealand shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67716176412893,"sku":"DMF002","price":24.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/dmc-romain-the-rabbit-kids-felt-sewing-kit-1.jpg?v=1790582450"},{"product_id":"dmc-tony-the-tiger-kids-felt-sewing-kit","title":"DMC Tony the Tiger Kids’ Felt Sewing Kit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;color:#293333;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px;background:#f6f5f1;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eDMC Tony the Tiger Kids’ Felt Sewing Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTony’s orange tiger face stands out against a bright yellow felt background. Children can stitch the yarn through the prepared holes, then add the adhesive features to bring the picture to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this project right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for ages 6 and over, this kit offers an introduction to hand sewing with a plastic needle. It makes a flat felt picture for display, rather than a stuffed animal. Adult supervision is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended age: 6 years and over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished picture: 17.5 × 19.5cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelt picture-making kit—not a stuffed toy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15m polyester yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne perforated felt base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21 adhesive felt pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic needle and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult supervision is recommended. Display framing is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/embroidery-accessories\"\u003eembroidery supplies and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online from Direct Sewing, with nationwide New Zealand shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67716176642269,"sku":"DMF001","price":24.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/dmc-tony-the-tiger-kids-felt-sewing-kit-1.jpg?v=1790582513"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/collections\/kids-sewing-cross-stitch-kits-nz.oembed","provider":"Direct Sewing Machines \u0026 Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}