• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
Call Ajaire

Call Ajaire

You can always Call Ajaire.

  • Blog
  • MashUp
    • Monthly MashUp
  • Designs by Call Ajaire
    • FREE PATTERNS
    • GIRLS
    • SWIM
    • OUTERWEAR
    • UNISEX
    • BUNDLES
    • DOLLS
    • FOR THE HOME
    • ADD-ON
    • SKILLS
      • Neckbands
      • Sewing Knits
      • Topstitching
      • Bagging a Lining
      • Bias Binding
      • Bound Buttonholes
      • Color Blocking
      • Exposed Zipper
      • Gathering Knits
      • Inseam Pockets
      • Handkerchief Hemline
      • Lined Bodice
      • Keyhole Neckline
      • Princess Seams
      • Narrow Hem
      • Neckbands
      • Sewing Outerwear
      • Sewing Swimwear
      • Sewing Knits
      • Tailored Coat
      • Tube Turning
      • Sports Waistband
      • Topstitching
      • v-neck Binding
      • v-neck Hood
      • Sewing with Faux Fur
      • Vented Hem
      • Working with Elastic
      • drawstring casing
    • Checkout
    • Designs by Call Ajaire on Etsy
    • Designs by Call Ajaire Facebook Group
  • About
  • My Account
  • Cart
  • Archive
  • Call Ajaire Facebook Page
  • Call Ajaire’s YouTube Channel
  • @callajaire on Instagram
  • Ajaire’s Pinterest
  • Call Ajaire on Twitter

Sewing for Kindergarten

Guys, I am so excited about this post. ย For years I’ve been following and inspired by Mie from Sewing Like Mad’s Sewing for Kindergarten series and with a kindergartener myself this year, I get to take part!

Just look at that five year old, ready for Kindergarten. ย Now you’ve already heard about her outfit here, but I have another fun first day of Kindergarten sew I want to share with you…

I made her a backpack and of course I had to put a panda on it. ย I used the Cumberland Backpack from Sew Sweetness as the base pattern, but I didn’t have to make many changes.

The straps were edged with bias tape instead of stitching right sides together and then flipping inside out. ย I also quilted the back and straps to give it a little more of a professional look and add a little comfort.

This is the larger of the two size options, and there is plenty of room for a large sized folder and books in the main section.

Since I couldn’t find the right size purse zipper for the main opening, I had to add some length to the lower side sections and add a bit of extra zipper tab to make up the difference. ย There is still plenty of room when the main zipper is opened to fit everything through though.

The panda face was appliqued onto the front pocket flap and I added ears to where the zipper attaches to the front of the backpack. ย It’s hard to see the ears in some of the pics because of all the black, but they’re my favorite part.

I love the details of the front pocket, like this pocket for pens and pencils.

And this zippered mesh pocket.

We haven’t used the front flap pocket yet, but I can imagine if it was my backpack it’d be the perfect spot for my phone.

Mie asked us a few questions for the series and here are my answers:

M: Is this your first time sending a child to Kindergarten?
A: Yes!

M: Do you feel like crying or celebrating?
A: Celebrating! ย Hehe, it sounds weird to say it, but I wasn’t sad at all about Bean starting Kindergarten. ย We’ve had five years of being home together and she was SO ready to go to school full time. ย It’s exciting to hear about school every day and all of the things she’s experiencing. ย I’m also getting time to work on designs (current test starts this friday if you’re interesting in signing up to test!) and this blog which is making me so happy.

M: What type of school does your child attend?
A: Public.

M: Question to Bean: What has been the best and worst part of school so far?
B: The best part is recess (shocking, hehe) and the second best part is lunch (gasp). ย The worst part has been missing music for two weeks in a row! (they had a holiday and then professional day the second and third weeks of school)

It’s been an adventurous few weeks with a bunch of firsts, including losing a first tooth!!

And I can’t wait to see what this school year brings for both Bean and I. ย Thanks to Mie for having me along for the series!

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Sidebar

Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.
To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Looking for something?

join us on instagram

callajaire

I made some new step outs for the Larry the Lion c I made some new step outs for the Larry the Lion class Iโ€™m teaching at @sewspecialinc this week, so I thought Iโ€™d finish up this girl who was made up of my previous ones. Sheโ€™s perfect for Valentines Day ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’•

#funkyfriendsfactory #shannonfabrics #shannonfabricscuddle
Instagram post 17881763630739525 Instagram post 17881763630739525
What she lacks in skills, she more than makes up f What she lacks in skills, she more than makes up for in enthusiasm. ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ€
Best nine pics of the year ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’• Best nine pics of the year ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’•
Some great reads in 2022! This year I listened to Some great reads in 2022!  This year I listened to a few (maybe four or five?), but still primarily read them with my eyeballs. ๐Ÿ‘€

(I have too many podcasts I enjoy to actually find the time for listening to great novels ๐Ÿ˜†)
If youโ€™re going to get a chili relleno on cape c If youโ€™re going to get a chili relleno on cape cod it might as well be in a quahog ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’•

Great experience @anejomexican tonight.
It looks cold, but was actually quite warm on my w It looks cold, but was actually quite warm on my walk this morning ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’•

#parellosoncape
This girl doesnโ€™t hesitate to jump in (literally This girl doesnโ€™t hesitate to jump in (literally) with both feet. ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’•

#parellosgotoma
Merry Christmas ๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿ’• Merry Christmas ๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿ’•
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Affiliates:

Seven Sisters Scones


Jennuine-Design-Banner

Designs by Call Ajaire

Designs by Call Ajaire shop logo

Archives

Recent Posts

  • Project Jet Set – Sardinia With the Rimini Romper
  • Project Jet Set – Travel Pattern Capsule – Sardinia
  • Very Peri Pantone Party
  • Project Happy Holidays – the Galentine’s Shoot
  • Project Happy Holidays – a Collaboration

Subscribe to Call Ajaire via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to Call Ajaire and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Designs by Call Ajaire

Designs by Call Ajaire shop logo

I've always loved making. At an early age I started cross stitching and sewing and I taught myself to knit and crochet during college. When our seven year old daughter Bean was born I was filled with all sorts of inspiration, so now I find ways to manage my crafty time and treasure those moments. Though sewing is what I'm most passionate about these days, there's something about the portability of yarn crafts and embroidery that keeps drawing me back in. Read Moreโ€ฆ

Join our newsletter!

Stay up to date with exclusive offers and coupon codes in your inbox!

Quick Links

  • About Call Ajaire
  • My Account
  • Blog
  • Contact Page

Shop

  • Designs by Call Ajaire
  • FREE PATTERNS
  • Cart
Call Ajaire

Copyright © 2023 · Call Ajaire · All Rights Reserved · Powered by Mai Theme