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4-H Apparel and Textiles—Sewing
4JD-01PB
University of Kentucky - Cooperative Extension Service - College of Agriculture
DO
Learn the tools of the trade and how to
use them.
You will learn to:
• Identify sewing machine parts
• Use the sewing machine
• Use an iron and ironing board
• Follow simple pattern directions
• Use measuring tools
• Identify and prepare a woven fabric for
sewing
• Sew on a woven fabric
• Sew straight seams, nish seams, and
a casing
• Sew a turned-and-stitched machine hem
APPLY
Using the skills listed above, practice what
you have learned, complete a project, and
keep a record of what you have sewn.
What you will do:
Practice the skills
We learn to sew by sewing! You will
begin learning to sew by constructing
an item made from woven fabric. The
more you sew and practice the skills
you have learned, the beer you will
become.
Make one or more Practice/Service
Projects. See your leader/teacher or
county agent for copies of the paerns.
Consider giving some of these projects
as gis to friends or family. Practice/
Service Projects cannot be exhibited in
4-H Sewing at the Kentucky State Fair.
Sew and exhibit an item from
one of the options listed
• Clothing Option —Shorts, pants,
or skirt with a casing waistline
• Non-Clothing Option—Tote bag,
laundry bag, or drawstring shoul-
der bag
Project Guide—Junior Unit I
Let’s Learn to Sew
Ages 9 to 13
Sewing can be a fun and exciting activity. It begins
with learning some of the basics.
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