Extension
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Author: Angie York
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
The body’s physical and mental decline associated with aging varies from person to person, but some common issues can be a decline in memory, difficulty learning new things, and trouble focusing from one task to another. Research shows that people who stay intellectually engaged are more likely to maintain their mental acuity. Traditionally, quilting was done to provide warm blankets for families, but in the last few decades we have learned that quilting has much more to offer.
Author: Cathy Sparks
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
Quilters’ Day Out 2023Magoffin County Extension’s two quilt guilds were hosts for the area’s Quilters’ Day Out this year. A group of twenty-two ladies have worked for two years in preparation for hosting this event, as volunteers. They worked many hours, sewing and quilting table runners for all of the tables which were also used as door prizes. They made and quilted catch-all boxes for 125 people as favors, and donated items for a silent auction and ite
Author: Linda Burgard
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
Learn to Sew workshop courses were offered at the Whitley County Extension Office to equip adult students with the fundamental skills necessary to explore their creativity through fabric and thread. Sewing has proven health benefits that enhance well-being. Sewing encourages mindfulness and reduces stress and anxiety; improves hand-eye coordination; requires creativity which improves the brain’s ability to grow new brain cells; increases dopamine in the brain which makes us fee
Author: Angelia Swihart
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
Sewing is a life skill not taught daily as in times past. This is a helpful skill that children; teens and adults need to know. Sewing improves hand/eye coordination, improves critical thinking skills, and serves as a creative outlet. (" 5 Health Benefits of Sewing and Why You Should Try It (mindfood.com) ")The “Sewing Day Camp” taught students basic sewing procedures, parts of the sewing machine, how to thread the machine, how to read and layout a pattern, how to saf
Author: Ruth Chowning
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
In response to multiple requests to learn to quilt, the Bullitt County Family & Consumer Science Extension Agent offered a monthly beginning quilting program. The agent thought it would be successful with a few of our local clientele taking advantage of the opportunity, but she was surprised to find the reach of the class to be double what she had anticipated bringing in clientele that did not frequent the Extension Service. The sewing community is an easy way to make friends and seek
Author: Deborah Shepherd
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
Sewing SkillsSewing skills are a vital part of life skills that can bring participants a lifetime of value. Wayne County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences program offers a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities for community members. In addition, FCS Agent serves as Lake Cumberland Area Master Clothing Volunteer Agent Responsible, offering additional resources and learning opportunities to grow skills and team building collaborative efforts for Master Clothing Volunteers.
Author: Stacy Trent
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
Many studies have shown that sewing is not only a productive life skill and hobby, but it can also be a way to manage stress, have meaningful social connections, and improve mental activity. An interest was expressed by the Breathitt County community about learning to sew and improve stress management, mental activity, and meaningful social connections.The Family and Consumer Science Agent and the Breathitt County Homemaker’s Association President provided a two-day beginner sewing camp to
Author: Amanda Hardy
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
Sewing has been around for hundreds of years, but has often been said a thing of the past in today’s time. Many people go and buy their clothes, blankets, and other accessories. After the pandemic more calls and requests are being made for these classes. Knowing this the Henderson County FCS Agent worked with homemakers to put together a beginner quilting class and sewing class. The classes were set up with 8 participants in the morning class and 6 at night. A
