Sewing and Textiles
This category will help you explore the world of sewing and textiles by completing various sewing and textile projects.
Sewing, Level 1
Members will learn the tools of the sewing trade and how to use them. There are several projects members can complete in the Maker’s Guide, improving their skills as they complete activities.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Utilize the lessons in Fundamentals and complete 3-4 projects per year in the Maker’s Guide or similar skill level projects.
MATERIALS
M STEAM Clothing: Maker’s Guide to Sewing Stuff, 4H2240
M STEAM Clothing 1: FUNdamentals, 4H2210
M Sew Exciting, Level 1, 5350
M The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 5338
Sewing, Level 2
Advance your sewing skills to include sewing in a set-in sleeve and a collar. You will explore various pocket applications, and fitting and design basics.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Utilize the lessons in Level 2 and complete 3-4 projects per year using skills learned at this level.
MATERIALS
M STEAM Clothing 2: Simply Sewing, 4H2220
M The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 5338
Sewing, Level 3
Practice advanced sewing skills and garment construction techniques. Enroll if you and your leader agree you are ready. Skills include tailoring, linings, interfacing and sewing with challenging fabrics.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Utilize lessons in Level 3 to complete 1-2 projects per year using skills learned at this level.
MATERIALS
M STEAM Clothing 3: A Stitch Further, 4H2230
M The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 5338
Knitting
Beginning, Intermediate or Advanced levels
The 4-H knitting project is designed to teach the basic skills of knitting and then allows you to use creativity in producing articles that will enhance your wardrobe. There are three levels: beginning, intermediate and advanced.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Check with the MSU Extension office for appropriate guidelines for project completion and achievement recognition.
MATERIALS
M Knit Together, 4H416
Crochet
Beginning, Intermediate or Advanced levels
The 4-H crochet project is designed to teach you about tools and equipment, choosing materials and working from a plan. The project includes several basic stitches as well as pattern stitches. The three levels in the crochet project are beginning, intermediate, and advanced.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Check with the MSU Extension office for appropriate guidelines for project completion and achievement recognition.
MATERIALS
M University of Kentucky Crochet Project Book and Factsheet, 4JF10PA
M Crochet Project Guidelines, 4HDL24
Embroidery
Beginning, Intermediate or Advanced levels
The 4-H embroidery project is designed to encourage creativity and to meet the needs of each individual member. There are three levels: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Embroidery could include, but is not limited to crewel, huck or Swedish weaving and creative stitchery on clothing or other articles.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Check with the MSU Extension office for appropriate guidelines for project completion and achievement recognition.
MATERIALS
M University of Kentucky Embroidery Project Book and Factsheets, 4JF11PA
Shopping in Style
In Shopping in Style, youth will learn about clothing. Youth will learn what looks best on them and how to build a versatile wardrobe while staying in budget. Youth will be able to identify their clothing needs and learn to “put it all together” and present themselves with confidence.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Complete seven lessons in the project book per year. It may take three years to complete the project.
