Handwork is often an overlooked aspect of a homeschool curriculum. It may seem daunting to tackle, but what if there were an easy-to-follow unit to guide you step by step along the way? I am thrilled to introduce our one-of-a-kind Handwork: Fiber Arts unit study—it is filled with fiber arts projects that your children will love!

Did you know that early knitting needles were typically made from bone, ivory, or tortoise shell? Does it surprise you that the softest wool in the world comes from an animal called a Vicuna?

This is only the beginning! Get ready to be astonished as we discover Handwork: Fiber Arts with playful, inquiry-based, hands-on fun!

What is a Family Unit Study?

But first… what exactly is a Family Unit Study?

This unit study, like all of our ever-growing library of unit studies, takes one big topic—Handwork—and breaks it down into ten manageable, bite-sized learning topics. This format gives you the freedom to dive into learning at a pace that works for your family.

Perhaps you do one area per day, perhaps one per week. Whatever suits your fancy! You can learn and explore from start to finish in about 1-2 hours per bite-sized learning topic.

Each of the ten topics included with a unit study contains everything you need for that topic, including:

• a curated YouTube video,
• suggested information to read,
• a “what’s happening” section,
• an interesting fact,
• a discussion question,
• literacy and math extension questions,
• and an ultimate-can’t-be-beat hands-on activity!

Dive in and watch the sparks of wonder ignite. Watch the child-led learning take off. Watch what happens when children are engaged in what they are learning!

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Handwork: Fiber Arts Unit Study Projects

Here are some of the fiber arts projects you and your little ones will be enjoying in this Handwork: Fiber Arts Family Unit Study:

Topic 1: What is Wool?

While we usually associate wool as coming from sheep, there are many other animals that we can produce wool from (spoiler alert… including alpacas and camels). Learn the basics of wet felting and create your own wet felted balls.

Topic 2: Wet Felting

Explore the science behind wool and wet felting. In this project, you will create a wet felted ornament using a modified needle.

Topic 3: Finger Knitting, Part 1

Learn how to finger knit with one finger and create a finger-knitted chain that can be turned into spiral art!

Topic 4: Finger Knitting, Part 2

Extend your knowledge of finger knitting by learning to knit on four fingers. Once you knit a strand, you can turn your knitting into a finger-knitted snake.

Topic 5: Braiding

Discover how to braid using three stands of string. Create a fun friendship bracelet using your newly developed skill and an assortment of colored string!

Topic 6: Weaving

How do you weave using straws? Watch the step-by-step instructions that guide you in the process of straw weaving. Then, turn your weaving creation into a fun and colorful bookmark!

Topic 7: Running Stitch

The running stitch is one of the most basic sewing stitches, essential for anyone tackling a sewing project. Refine your needle skills and practice sewing on fabric using the running stitch.

Topic 8: Whip Stitch

The whip stitch is another basic sewing skill that creates a nicely finished edge on fabric. It’s a bit more complicated than the running stitch but very attainable with some practice. Test your whip stitch skills by making your own mini doll or stuffed animal pillow.

Topic 9: Buttons

Tackle the process of sewing buttons onto fabric using a needle and thread. Practice this skill by creating an Abstract Button Art project that will be wonderful to frame and display!

Topic 10: Sew a Stuffie

Take all of the handwork skills you have learned throughout this unit to design, plan, and execute the creation of your own stuffed animal. This is a wonderful culminating task to showcase your newly learned handwork skills!

And there you have it. The ten learning topics that make up our great big Handwork: Fiber Arts Unit Study! I hope you will pop on over to check it out and consider purchasing it for you and yours.

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Thank you so much for reading!

xo
Sarah