Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)Major Program

4816

Total Hours

Contributed.

8339

Contacts

with Local Stakeholders.

0

Hours

of Multistate Efforts.

564

Total Number

of Volunteers Engaged.

Program Indicators

Number of individuals who participated in a sewing related program (not led by a Master Clothing Volunteer)

3170

Number of individuals who reported intent to change the way they care for clothing (laundry, repair)

583

Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the areas of: clothing care, clothing repair (sewing on a button)

40984

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beyond the basics-sewing classes

Asked to teach beginning sewing class for sewists that have a little bit of experience but wanted to refresh their skills, relearn and learn more about sewing this past 6-months, a couple of series of sewing classes were held that were beyond the basics.Sewing is a single focus task, which reduces the likelihood of negative thoughts and can help fight anxiety and depression. This assist with mental health was brought into focus from participant Jane (not real name) when she came to sewing class ...

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