Print this Chinese lantern lacing card for some lacing or sewing fun with the little ones. Punch holes around the edges and then use a shoelace or wool to thread through.
This cute little monkey has an easy outline for cutting out and lacing. With his tail he should definitely be printed out onto sturdy card or laminated before the kids start lacing, though!
Lacing cards are a fun activity for younger children and excellent for building fine motor control too. This red envelopes lacing card is perfect for Chinese New Year - simply print onto some card, punch holes around the edges then sew with wool, shoe-laces or string.