Enjoy a simple and bright traditional sewing project by making a small penny rug. In days gone by, penny rugs were made to use up scraps of wool and teach basic sewing skills. Craft a bright spot for the coming winter by making a little penny rug with seven “pennies” and experiment with choosing complementary colors that catch your eye. Students will learn to thread needles, knot, sew an overcast stitch with embroidery thread, and cut and trim wool felt. Parents and kids can choose to work on individual or cooperative projects.