It's Fun to Sew Aprons and Skirts by Theta Johnson
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Author | Johnson, Theta, 1916-2005 |
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Title | It's Fun to Sew Aprons and Skirts |
Series Title | 4-H Club Series L-86 |
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Summary | "It's Fun to Sew Aprons and Skirts" by Theta Johnson is a practical guidebook focused on clothing construction, specifically intended for young learners in the 4-H Club program. Written during the mid-20th century, this instructional manual aims to introduce children, particularly girls, to the art of sewing through engaging projects. The book encapsulates topics related to sewing techniques, fabric selection, garment care, and personal grooming, providing a comprehensive starter kit for a beginner's sewing journey. The content of the book employs a step-by-step approach, guiding readers through various projects such as creating scarves, slippers, aprons, and skirts, with a special emphasis on techniques suitable for newcomers. Illustrated instructions detail essential skills, including using the sewing machine, pressing fabric, sewing on buttons, and making hems. Additionally, Johnson encourages record-keeping and demonstration of learned skills, fostering a sense of achievement and community among 4-H Club members. The overall aim is to equip young readers with the knowledge and confidence to express their creativity through sewing enjoyable and practical garments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
Subject | Sewing -- Juvenile literature |
Subject | Machine sewing -- Juvenile literature |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 61260 |
Release Date | Jan 27, 2020 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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