Resources & Links
Publication Resources
Resources for teaching young people to sew include: Sewing Skills Checklist (CO677) and Sew Quick! (EM4870).
Resources for wardrobe care include: Laundering Pesticide Contaminated Clothing (NEHEG8115), Stain Removal from Washable Fabrics (PNW0440), and International Clothing Care Symbols (PNW0284).
Resources for general sewing information include: Pressing Pointers (PNW0216), Clothing for People with Physical Needs (PNW0222), and Interfacings (PNW0192).
For complete listing of clothing publications available from Washington State Univesity Extension, browse the web site or look here: Clothing Publications List (C1037) - pdf.
Opportunities for Programs
Currentently, programs by CTA volunteers are available in the following areas:
- Making Fleece Hats and Scarves (hands-on, for youth audiences)
- Sewing Projects for Your 4-H Animals
- Low-Sew and No-Wew Decorating Projects for Your Home
- Additional programs may be developed, on request, for specific audiences.
Web Links
Ohio State University - articles on Wardrobe Management, Clothing Needs through the Lifespan, Special Clothing Needs, and Textile and Clothing Care.
The University of Nebraska - An extensive selection of online bulletins concerning Clothing Construction, Care, Textiles, Selection, and Appearance.
The University of Kentucky's website offers many bulletins in PDF format on a wide range of clothing and textile topics.
The Soap and Detergent Association maintains a website offering the latest research and trends in the business of keeping homes and clothes clean.
The Home Sewing Association offers quick, fun, and easy sewing projects for adults, kids, and tens.
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