4-H Clothing & Construction Project

The 4-H Clothing project provides an opportunity for youth to practice a variety of life skills, while learning about sewing, clothing, and textiles subject matter.

Sewing projects teach kids the skills needed to create a variety of items, from clothing, to bags, to pillowcases. Learn about fabric selection, sewing techniques, proper clothing care, and more!

Objectives

• Apply personal creativity and learn basic sewing skills
• Practice good personal grooming skills
• Learn about fabrics, textile science, and technology
• Select appropriate color, line, and design
• Apply wise shopping practices
• Select appropriate care for personal cloghing
• Learn about the cultural influences of clothing

4-H Clothing & Textiles Curriculum

Available from the Extension office or online at 4-H Clothing & Textiles Curriculum

Sewing Expressions Level 1 – Under Construction
Sewing Expressions Level 2 – Fashion Forward
Sewing Expressions Level 3 – Refine Deisgn
Sewing Expressions Helper’s Guide

Member Publications

Available in the Extension office or online at https://pubs.wsu.edu

C0675E – Clothing Construction Record
C0677E – Sewing Skills Checklist
EM4339E – Fashion Modeling Yur 4-H Garment
EM4224E – Suggestions for Writing 4-H Style Revue Commentary
PNW197 – Measuring Up: Quality Standards in Sewn Items

Leader Publications

EM014E – Interfacings
EM4789E – Teaching 4-H Oral Reasons
EM4870E – Sew Quick! Leader Guide
EM4916S – ¡Costura Rapida

National 4-H Clothing-Sewing Resources

State 4-H Clothing & Textiles Resources

Sewing Project Events

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