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[Handmade] Easy-to-make, handmade items for preschool entry

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked for 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and for 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, then took a post as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I also engaged in activities that shared Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational play, working with many children. Afterwards, through freelance writing, planning, and editing work at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and conveying ideas. Leveraging the perspective cultivated in educational settings and my experience as an editor, I aim to deliver practical information—focusing on fields related to music and children—that values both input and output. Hobbies include instruments, singing, handcrafts, toys, drawing, traditional play, the outdoors, books, DIY, and crafts. Special skill: spinning-top tricks.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

Here are some ideas for handmade items to prepare for your children’s start of kindergarten!

Why not choose your child’s favorite fabrics and patterns together and create one-of-a-kind special items?

The warmth of handmade pieces will bring smiles to your child’s face.

Even first-timers will find plenty of easy projects to make!

Enjoy the process, and create wonderful kindergarten items that will become lasting memories.

Creations made with love will make your child’s first day even more special!

[Handmade] Easy-to-make DIY preschool/kindergarten items (21–30)

Seal felt patch

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Perfect for getting ready for preschool or elementary school! Many of you may have bought ready-made items but still want to add a patch so your child can immediately recognize their own things. Here’s how to make simple cut-and-stick patches♪ ============ ■ Materials • Sticker felt • Pattern/template of the design you want as a patch • Scissors • Tape ■ How to make 1. Stick the template onto the sticker felt and cut it out with scissors. 2. Cut out the smaller parts in the same way. 3. Attach the parts onto the cut-out base to finish. ============#tomonite Tominite #School Enrollment Preparation Goods Enrollment Preparation Wappen Handmade patch
“Morino Kuma-san” – Sing N Play

With just a little extra effort, you can transform ready-made items into originals! Here are some ideas for sticker felt patches.

These are perfect for anyone who isn’t comfortable using a needle and thread.

Since the felt is the sticker type, it’s great that you can easily cut and stick it on.

With less sewing required, this could be ideal for busy parents, too.

Creating motifs your child likes or marks assigned by the preschool will also make it easier to tell belongings apart.

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picture book bag

Children’s tote bag: How to make a picture-book bag

picture book bag

A picture book bag you’ll want to make for a child who loves picture books.

You might often visit the school library or public library so your child can read lots of books.

A picture book bag is perfect for carrying borrowed books home and bringing them back.

Picture books come in many sizes, and some won’t fit in the bag you usually use.

If you have a larger picture book bag, you won’t have to worry about size.

And if you make it with soft quilted fabric, you won’t have to worry about the books getting damaged.

This handmade project is recommended for children who love picture books and for parents who want their kids to read plenty of them.

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shoulder bag

How to Make a Simple Shoulder Bag for Kids: Easy Sewing Tutorial, DIY, Handmade

shoulder bag

A simple shoulder bag that you can use both for outings and trips to the park is really handy to have.

It can hold essentials you always want to bring—like a handkerchief and tissues—as well as a small stuffed toy or a drawing set.

By making an easy-to-use bag, you create an opportunity for your child to learn the habit of packing their own bag with what they need for the day.

And if it’s a favorite handmade bag, they’ll be more likely to take the initiative and get ready on their own.

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gym clothes bag

[Gym Clothes Bag] How to Make School Entrance Items [Sewing Instructions]

gym clothes bag

Here are some handmade items we recommend preparing for children starting a new chapter, such as entering preschool.

One essential is a gym uniform for activities like exercise time and playtime at daycare or kindergarten.

Let’s make an original drawstring pouch to hold that gym uniform.

It’s a simple bag that you close by pulling the strings, so even beginners at handcrafts can make it easily.

Feel free to choose any fabric and cord you like.

Since it’s something your child will use every day, making it with a pattern they love will make carrying it more fun.

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Switching lesson bag

How to make a lined lesson bag (with fabric panel switch and gusset)

Switching lesson bag

If you love handmade crafts, here’s a project to try: a lesson bag with stylish lining and contrasting panels.

When you hear “lesson bag,” you might picture a simple quilted tote, right? For those who find that a bit underwhelming, this version with a lining and contrast sections is a must-make.

Combine your favorite fabrics to create it—you can really show your sense of style in how you pair the materials.

It’s a perfect piece for parents of fashion-savvy kids and moms who love stylish accessories.

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Name tag that can hide your name

DIY Craft [How to Make a Name Tag (ID Case)]: You can hide the name. Attach it to things like lesson bags!

Name tag that can hide your name

The appeal is that you can switch it between items! Here’s an idea for a name tag that lets you hide the name when it’s not needed.

It’s perfect for people who feel uneasy about writing their name directly on a bag.

This name tag is easy to attach to your belongings, and being able to conceal the name when not in use is super convenient.

The design is approachable even for handmade beginners, and by choosing fabrics and parts you like, you can enjoy creating a one-of-a-kind tag.

It’s also useful in situations where you’d prefer to hide names—like in commercial facilities or on road signage—so it should be quite practical.

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Basic lesson bag

How to Make a Lesson Bag Jiyugaoka PICO

Basic lesson bag

When your child enters daycare or kindergarten, there are many items to prepare at home.

One of the first essentials for the daily commute may be a “lesson bag” that can hold various things.

Sometimes a specific size is required, and in such cases, store-bought bags may not fit the criteria.

Here, we’ll show you how to make a lesson bag that’s simple and easy to sew.

It’s finished with straight stitches on a sewing machine, so no difficult techniques are needed.

It also has a lining for durability.

Use your child’s favorite fabric to create a one-of-a-kind, original commute-ready lesson bag.

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