Finish: Fabric memory game

My toddler is a very lucky boy, he gets lots of presents from the whole family, and from Santa Claus! So for Christmas, I wanted to make him something special (from Santa Claus 😉 ) that would also be unique. I like games for children that are fun but also good for development, so I decided to make a fabric memory game.

I made 24 fabric “cards”, using pairs of fussy-cut images from fabric in my stash, added a white border, a lining of batting and light blue backing. (Side note: fussy cutting is such a wasteful use of fabric! It’s the first time I’ve used this technique and I was quite shocked! Oh well, at least I have some new additions for my scraps box.)

To keep everything in order, I made a small drawstring bag from the backing fabric to put the cards in.

By the way, my son loves his game! 🙂

16 thoughts on “Finish: Fabric memory game”

Jessie Stracener January 18, 2015 at 14:09

This is a neat idea!

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1. craftysorcha Post authorJanuary 18, 2015 at 14:17
  
  Thank you! Memory is a popular children’s card game here in France but my son is a bit small not to crease/tear cards so I wanted something a bit more resistant!
  
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HorseMark Cards January 18, 2015 at 15:34

What a wonderful gift for your son! The bag makes this game easy to take on visits or trips and keep your little fella enertained. Perhaps you can make a matching quilt with the scraps! I love the colors and patterns!
Take care, Vickie

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lundygirl January 18, 2015 at 16:12

really lovely gift – your son will always know that you made it for him.

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1. craftysorcha Post authorJanuary 18, 2015 at 16:21
  
  Thank you!
  
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thegrangerange.wordpress.com January 18, 2015 at 16:24

What a great idea for a handmade game. I am sure it will be played with for generations to come.

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1. craftysorcha Post authorJanuary 18, 2015 at 16:30
  
  Thank you! I hope so!
  
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Born To Organize January 18, 2015 at 19:17

What a terrific idea! I love matching games, even though I’ve never been very good at them. I probably need to play more often. What a treasure you’ve created, one to pass on the generations.

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Carole January 18, 2015 at 19:43

What a great idea. I bet they’ll get used and used 🙂

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carinascrafts January 18, 2015 at 21:28

What a wonderful mum you are, and what a lucky boy. Handmade gifts are the best! Gorgeous.

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Pillows A-La-Mode January 19, 2015 at 00:10

I LOVE this! I must make one! Thank you for sharing it!

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Boomdeeadda January 19, 2015 at 01:07

They’re cute and smart. We used to play with decks of cards but this is so much more attractive. Great Project!

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FarAway Peach Garden (世外桃源) January 19, 2015 at 07:12

One and only kind of game! So thoughtful and lovely!! Your toddler is indeed a very lucky boy… 🙂

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CraftyStaci January 21, 2015 at 22:32

This is adorable! You’re right – your son is a lucky little guy! 😉

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thehungrymum May 21, 2015 at 13:33

Fab idea! Sadly I am craft-incompetent but I would love to be able to make this. Clever clogs.

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forestmtnhike May 3, 2016 at 05:56

Hi Sarah, this is a great idea. I like your choice of patterns and colors, it makes this project ten times cuter.

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