Whitley County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





2067 - Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
2067.3) 146

Number of individuals who participated in a sewing related program (not led by a Master Clothing Volunteer)
2067.2) 36

Number of individuals who reported intent to change the way they care for clothing (laundry, repair)
2067.1) 146

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


Success Stories

Learn to Sew Workshop Series Achieves 100% Student Knowledge Gain

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

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