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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Taylor County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2067 - Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
2067.1) 50

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) 20

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



Success Stories

Stitch by Stitch: Taylor County Extension Builds Skills and Connections Through Adult Beginner Sewing

Author: Kimberly Thomas

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

Stitch by Stitch: Taylor County Extension Builds Skills and Connections Through Adult Beginner Sewing

In Taylor County, many adults expressed a desire to learn practical, hands-on skills that could support self-sufficiency, creativity, and even potential income generation. Sewing was identified as a priority area, especially for beginners who had little to no experience using a sewing machine. In response, the Taylor County Family and Consumer Science Agent, Kimberly Thomas worked with a local Sewing Instructor and Taylor County Homemaker, Christie Goodhue to developed and delivered an Adult Beg

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