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.

Assignment for June 29th

You need to buy fabric for their project AND have it prewashed and ironed (if needed) it so we can cut out our projects on the 29th. ALSO look over the sewing rules with your parents and sign the paper for the 29th. 

Week 2

Week 1 Assignment

Remember Ladies your assignment is to talk with your parents about the sewing project you will be doing. Are you sewing a Skirt? A pair of Shorts? A pair of Pants? Have you decided what details you want to include on your project?

We will not be starting Sewing Labs until after the County 4H Survivor activity. So starting June 29th we will be working in the smaller groups to cut out your fabric.

Please bring your fabric flower kits next time and we will finish them. For those who were not able to attend these will be given to you with the other items that were handed out.

Week 1- Sewing Terms- Textiles

Can you fill in all the Crosswords on the Puzzle about Sewing Equipment?