Hancock County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
2067 - Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer) | ||
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2067.1) | 34 |
Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the areas of: clothing care, clothing repair (sewing on a button) |
2067.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported intent to change the way they care for clothing (laundry, repair) |
2067.3) | 193 |
Number of individuals who participated in a sewing related program (not led by a Master Clothing Volunteer) |
Success Stories
4-H Sewing Workshop
Author: Angelia Swihart
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)

Sewing is a skill not usually taught in homes today. But there are several benefits to sewing; it can improve hand eye coordination, improve critical thinking skills, serves as a creative outlet and can improve mental health as well as relieve anxiety. Students feel accomplished when completing projects which build confidence and self-worth. The audience for 4-H sewing were students aged 9-12, there were 6 students that participated over a span of 5 weeks, making three 4-H sewing pr
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