Sewing & Textile Design

This project will introduce you to a whole new world of options with outfits, clothing and accessories. The clothing construction phase will teach you the basics like sewing a shirt or putting a zipper in a pair of pants. Advanced units will teach you how to take the design of your choice and customize it for the perfect look, color and fit.

Things to Learn and Do

Each 4-H project offers a variety of activities and learning opportunities to suit your interests and strengths. Whether you're just getting started or taking your knowledge to the next level, there are several activities to learn and do throughout your project experience!

Clothing Construction
Beginner

Learn how to select colors and styles
Sew or serge an article

Intermediate

Sew on knits or wovens
Make a garment from a pattern

Advanced

Try out new patterns and fabrics
Update an old garment
Sew polar fleece
Investigate careers in the textile industry

Buymanship

Beginner

Plan a wardrobe, determine a clothing budget and shop for clothing
Learn how to select colors and styles

Intermediate

Record body measurements and determine appropriate clothing sizes
Conduct a clothing inventory
Learn differences between warm and cool colors

Advanced

Identify wardrobe according to body shape, proportion and balance
Make decisions about clothing purchases by comparing fiber, care requirements, cost, brand and style
Analyze clothing advertisements

Project Materials

Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.

Clothing Construction, Beginning (CT100)
Clothing Buymanship, Beginning (CT101)