Garrard County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2022





2067 - Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
2067.3) 450

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

2067.2) 0

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

2067.1) 0

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



Success Stories

beyond the basics-sewing classes

Author: Mary Hixson

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

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

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It's Sew Fine: Sewing Expo 2022

Author: Mary Hixson

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

It's Sew Fine: Sewing Expo 2021 was a virtual event. Much planning went into conducting a safe event for teachers, committee, and the participants. For the 2022 It's Sew Fine: Sewing Expo a hybrid event was planned with in-person classes held at the Boyle County Extension Office. An on-line class choice was offered the first day and a combination on-line/in-person hybrid class was offered on the second day to expand opportunities for more participation beyond in-person classes. Virtual c

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Seminar "It's Not Your Mothers Sewing Room" Follow-up

Author: Mary Hixson

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

The Ft. Harrod Area Seminar, "It's Not Your Mothers Sewing Room" was originally planned for a limited audience in-person for March 2020, the seminar format was changed and held as a virtual program with unlimited audience in November 2020. 183 participants viewed the live Zoom program (2.5 hours) which was recorded and made available afterwards (228 views since Nov 2020). A qualtrics evaluation with 70% return was conducted immediately after the program. One year later a follow-up

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