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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

yarn-wrapped tambourine

This project is intended for kids ages 4+.
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Step 1

ADULT: Remove the part of the embroidery hoop with the metal parts and discard. Your child will be working with the hoop pieces that is all wood.

Step 2

Hold the different yarns together and secure the ends to the hoop with a knot.

Step 3

Wrap the hoop with all three yarns together until you cover the entire hoop. Tie the yarn to the hoop then cut the yarn from their skeins.

Step 4

Finally, thread yarn through eight bells and tie them around yarn-wrapped hoop, evenly spaced.
TIP: To make the treading easier, wrap a piece of household tape around the end of the yarn and cut at an angle to work as a needle.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Soft Classic™ Solid Yarn by Loops & Threads®

    Item # 10196927 
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    $4.99
    • Color: Bright Red
    • Size: 7 oz
    • Color: Bright Red
    • Size: 7 oz
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    • Color: Bright Red
    • Size: 7 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Soft Classic™ Solid Yarn by Loops & Threads®

    Item # 10228177 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $4.99
    • Color: Butter
    • Size: 7 oz
    • Color: Butter
    • Size: 7 oz
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    • Color: Butter
    • Size: 7 oz
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    20003490
    You’ll Need: 1

    Soft Classic™ Solid Yarn by Loops & Threads®

    Item # 10626708 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $4.99
    • Color: Amethyst
    • Size: 7 oz
    • Color: Amethyst
    • Size: 7 oz
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    • Color: Amethyst
    • Size: 7 oz
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You’ll Also Need
  • Household Tape
Instructions
Step 1

ADULT: Remove the part of the embroidery hoop with the metal parts and discard. Your child will be working with the hoop pieces that is all wood.

Step 2

Hold the different yarns together and secure the ends to the hoop with a knot.

Step 3

Wrap the hoop with all three yarns together until you cover the entire hoop. Tie the yarn to the hoop then cut the yarn from their skeins.

Step 4

Finally, thread yarn through eight bells and tie them around yarn-wrapped hoop, evenly spaced.
TIP: To make the treading easier, wrap a piece of household tape around the end of the yarn and cut at an angle to work as a needle.

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