Week 1- worksheet

A New Summer and New projects

It is that time of year again, when the girls get to prepare for the summer of 4H. Learning new skills while putting together a new project. If the girls are a 1st or 2nd year ladybug we want them to choose a simple project that is either an Apron, PJ pants, Skirt with elastic, or shorts. Choosing something they have not made yet. If they are 3rd year Ladybugs they are to find a pattern and choose one that has buttons or a zipper in it. BUT to keep in mind the advice to KISS Keep IT SIMPLE SISTER! Bring these on May 31st so that I can start to prepare for sewing labs checklists.

 

Date	Sewing Lesson
Tuesday, May 31st	Show and Tell---- Textiles
Tuesday, June 7th	Cutting out projects/Patterns
Tuesday, June 14th	Sewing Machines
Tuesday, June 21st	Seam finishes
Tuesday, July 5th	Zippers and Buttons
Tuesday, July 12th	Care of Clothing
Tuesday, July 19th	Fashion Trends and making good choices

Week 7- Preparing for the fair

There was a shift in how it downloaded but you get the gist of how the sewing projects will be judged.
http://utah4h.org/htm/events-registration/county-fairs
There are many things that the kids can participate in, it doesn't have to be JUST a sewing project!

This is not exact. I hand drew images in the boxes, but added the written text so they weren't empty here.

Week 5

This week we are starting to sew our projects- We will get as far as we can and complete them in the next few weeks. (fingers crossed)

Sewing Safety Rules

Sewing Safety Rules

It is important that you correctly use the sewing machine and sewing tools so that you do not cause injury to yourself or to someone else. Listed below are twelve safety guidelines you should follow:

1. 
   
   When operating a sewing machine, sew at a slow even speed.
2. 
   
   When sewing, place your fingers to either side of the presser foot, not directly in front of or near the needle.
3. 
   
   Before pull the threads under and back behind the pressure foot about 3 or 4 inches, then put the pressure foot down.
4. 
   
   Forcing or pulling the fabric through the sewing machine may cause the needle to break. Let the feed dog move the fabric through the machine. If a needle breaks (ASK FOR HELP)
5. 
   
   When sewing on the sewing machine, do not sew over pins placed in the fabric. Never put your pins in your mouth. Always place pins and needles in a container when not using them. Do not leave them loose on the table or on the floor.
6. 
   
   Keep the bulk of the fabric to the left of the needle when sewing so you can see the seam guides on the needle plate
7. 
   
   Watch the seam guide as you sew (NOT THE NEEDLE) to produce a even sewing line.
8. 
   
   When sewing in the middle of a line of sewing, put the needle down into the fabric to prevent fabric loops or uneven seamlines.
9. 
   
   When you are not sewing, remove your foot from the foot control and place it on the floor. Otherwise, you may accidentally push the foot control and start the machine when you are not ready.
10. 
    
    When not in use, scissors should be left closed. Pass sharp objects to others with the handle first.
11. 
    
    When you are done sewing please, A) unplug machine from powerstrip and disconnect the cord from the sewing machine, B) pick up anything on the floor around your machine and your desk/table. C) Put all of your sewing kit items and your project(s) into your box, (including your thread and bobbin.) Put your box away.
12. 
    
    Make sure the Iron is Safely put away- Rest the iron in its heel. Keep hands away from the hot area of the iron. Unplug the iron from the power strip and make sure the cord is behind the iron board or bound up.