IT’S FUN TO SEW
with a sewing machine

COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY, CORVALLIS
PHASE 1
4-H CLUB SERIES L-85

It’s Fun to Sew—With the Sewing Machine

Prepared by
HILDEGARDE STRUEFERT
Extension Clothing Specialist
Oregon State University, Corvallis

PHASE 1

Where to find page [Your guide for the project] 1 [Plan your project] 1 [Become acquainted with your sewing tools] 2 [Measuring tools] 2 [Cutting tools] 3 [Sewing tools] 3 [Organize a box or a basket for your tools and supplies] 5 [Learn to use mother’s sewing machine] 6 [Parts of the sewing machine] 7 [How to use the sewing machine] 9 [Enjoy good sewing habits] 12 [Start to sew] 13 [A shears case] 13 [Barbeque placemats or traveling kit] 18 [Complete your record book] 23 [Show others what you have learned] 23 [Displays] 23 [Demonstrations] 23 [Are you ready for the next project] 23

Read this book from cover to cover before you start your project.

Your guide for the project

What you will learn

1. The names and use of common sewing tools. 2. To organize a sewing box. 3. To develop good sewing habits. 4. To combine pretty colors. 5. To use the sewing machine.