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AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICE WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY PULLMAN, WASHINGTON

EXTENSION WORJC IN AGRICULTURE AND HOME ECONOMICS IN COOPERATION WITH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

E.M . 481 (Revised '9/62)

OUTLINE FOR 4-H PLANS Hazel L. Roberts Extension Clothing Specialist

SERIES I - LEARN TO SEW

Plan with your mother and leader to select a 4-H Clothing plan. Keep in ·mind what you need, what you can do, and what you like to do. Take the plans in this series in order unless you already know how to do the things described. Always do something different so you will have many kinds of experiences . Then you are ready to try a clothing plan from the "Growing Up" s·eries . CLOTHING PLAN I-A -Let's Sew- E . M. 1938 CLOTHING PLAN I - Sewing is Easy and Fun - E.M . 2023 CLOTHING PLAN II -Your Cotton Outfit - E.M. 202~ CLOTHING PLAN III -Your Bedtime Outfit -E .M . 2025 FIRST 4-H CLOTHING LEADERS' GUIDE -E. M. 2128

SERIES II - GROWING UP

After you can do the things in the "Learn to Sew" series, choose one or two of these . You need not take these clothing plans in order . They have similar problems . Then you are ready to try one from the "Junior Miss" series . CLOTHING PLAN IV -Your 4-H Outfit - ~.M . 437 CLOTHING PLAN V -Your School Outfit - E.B. 403 CLOTHING PLAN VII- Your Sports Outfit - E.B. 408 CLOTHING PLAN VIII Your Outfit for or Graduation - E.B. 409 SECOND 4-H CLOTHING LEADERS' GUIDE - E.B. 414

SERIES III - JUNIOR MISS

By now, you have had a variety of clothing experiences. Be sure you are ready for the more serious clothing problems. ·cLOTHING PLAN IX -Your Party Outfit - E.B. 427 CLOTHING PLAN X -Your Tailored Outfit - E.B. 433 CLOTHING PLAN XII -An Outfit for the Young Fry- E.B. 457 CLOTHING PLAN XIII- An Outfit for the Man in Your Life - E.B . 457 THIRD 4-H CLOTHING LEADERS' GUIDE - E.B . 490 E.M. 481 Page 2

OUTLINE OF REQUIREMENTS FOR 4-H CLOTHING PLANS

The twelve 4-H Clothing plans listed on page 1 are present project choices . All printed materials are available for 4-H members and clothing leaders. Special guides to help 4-H clothing leaders are also provided for each of the three series of clothing plans . These are listed as E .M. 2128, E.B. 414 and E . B. 490 .

It is suggested that you build each of the 4-H clothing plans around three­ piece go togethers--garments and/or accessories that are coordinated in style . color, fabric, trim and texture so they can be worn together, or mixed-and matched .

Both individual and three-piece outfits can be exhibited at county and district 4-H fairs .

Whatever clothing plan you select , be sure to judge your work and exhibit it . Keep your record book up-to-date . Give a method demonstration at your club meeting and have a parade or style revue . Stick to one clothing plan and complete it before starting another . If you repeat any plan try something different . Be sure you grow in experience and satisfaction.

SERIES I - LEARN TO SEW

Plan I-A - LET'S SEW

Know and use good sewing tools and habits . Learn easy sewing by hand and machine . Practice care of clothing and a neat appearance . Make three articles : . Pincushion for sewing box . Cobbler's . Neck or head

Plan I - SEWING IS EASY AND FUN

Continue to learn to sew by hand and machine . Know and use other good sewing tools and habits . Equip a sewing box and bag . Darn a tear . Help with laundering and mending . Make a wrist pin cushion And two of the following : • Tea towel (machine hemmed) or hand towel (hand hemmed), tray cloth or place mat, potholder, board cover, peasant apron, garment coyer, or bag. E .M. 481 Page 3

Plan II - YOu~ COT1DN OUTFIT

Choose patterns, colors, good quality cotton fabrics, and that go together. Care for clothes. Darn a . Learn to fit and to make garments . Make a handmade buttonhole. Make three units: . A cotton dress; or a and blouse (one unit). Choose and a fitted neck facing, tie or binding. And two 6f . the following: ~ A , head scarf, (fold a scarf), dickey or , bolero, , beanie or , bag, or purse, or other accessory to make an outfit. Or make two additional garments such as another blouse and skirt to mix-and-match with the first unit.

Plan III - YOUR BEDTIME OUTFIT

Buy attractive, suitable and durable fabrics, launder and care for garments, Use two sewing aids. Make a mach·ine darn. Make three units: ·. Two garments such as a pair of or a n ightgown, a housecoat~ beach , or a brunch coat that doubles for a dress . And one of the following: . House or scuffs, make-up , curl cap, bed , bobbie p·iit· or ·handkerchief case or other accessory to wear or to use with your outfit.

Suggestion - a pair of short summer pajamas makes one unit. The of outing flannel or other winter pajama fabric will double for a short housecoat . The matching long pajama bottoms will make the third ·- unit . Note:In Plan II, a cotton dress is a unit, whether it has one or two pieces. I n Plan III, a pair of pajamas is a unit . Accessories may be sewed, knitted, woven or crocheted.

Your County Ext·ension Agent will supply you with a copy of CLOTHING REPORT, a looseleaf sheet for your Record Book. Put down all you spend on your 4 --H clothing plan. This is the only clothing record needed fo r Series I pro­ jects . SERIES II - GROWING UP

Pl an IV -· YOUR 4-H CLUB OU1FIT

Make three units: A three-piece 4-H outfit to include a green and whit e r egulati on 4-H dress . And two of the following : Green and white matching -cover bag . White c r ocheted beani.e . White crocheted shortie gloves. Pack your bag to go to 4-H camp. Keep an expense account of all clothing spending fo r the year. E.M. 481 Page 4

Plan V - YOUR SCHOOL OUTFIT

Select becoming, appropriate and dUrable school clothes. Learn to buy and care for clothing. Make a hemmed patch. Practice choosing becoming colors that go together Remove three different spots and stains from your garments . Keep an expense account of all clothing spending for the year.

Make three units: Two garments from the following: Dress (one or two-piece), a or skirt (gored, straight, or pleated) with a blouse or to make a dress unit, an unlined , or an undergarment ~

And one accessory to complete your outfit. (A knit is good for school.) Or make an additional garment to mix-and-match with the others.

Plan VII - YOUR SPORTS OUTFIT

Choose an action or spectator-sports outfit. Learn how fabrics are made. Practice good grooming. Learn - to clean , oil and adjust your sewing machine. Learn to use another sewing machine attachment. Make and use a pressing mit. Make a mend on a knit garment. Keep an expense account of all clothing spending for the year. ---Make three units: Two garments from the following: Sport o~ play dress, , slacks, or , and a shir~or blouse to wear with it; bathing sui~ beach coat, ski--­ , skating dress or any other sports garment. And one accessory to complete your outfit, such as: Swimming bag, cosmetic case, beach shoes, sun hat, sweater, mittens, gloves, socks, or other sports-wear accessory. Or make an additional garment to mix-and-match with the others.

Plan VIII - YOUR OUTFIT FOR DRESS OR GRADUATION

Choose styles, fabrics and colors for dress-up clothes Plan a basic dress. Practice good grooming . Make an overhand patch. Learn to clean, oil and adjust your sewing machine . Learn to use ano ther sewing machine attachment. Keep an expense ac~ount of all clothing spending for the year . Make three units. !wo garments from the following: Dress (one or two-piece), an unlined coat, jacket~ under­ garment. And one accessory to complete your outfit, such as: Hat or ; gloves , bag or purse, handkerchief, belt or ; scar f, lapel ornament; headband or other dressy accessory. Or make an additional garment to mix-and-match with the others. E.M. 481 Page 5

Note: A dress or suit is a unit whether it has one or two pieces. Accessories may be sewed, knitted, woven or crocheted.

Your County Extension Agent will supply you with copies of 4-H Circular 68 "My Clothing Expenses" . Keep all of your clothing expenses for the year. This is the only clothing record needed for Series II . It may be added to your Record Book instead of the looseleaf sheet, CLOTHING REPORT, re­ quired for Series I.

SERIES III - JUNIOR MISS

In all of the advanced 4-H clothing plans, choose one basic garment around which you select others to wear with it. The clothing plan is an outline of project requirements~

Ask your County Extension Agent for the supplementary bulletins used in the adult clothing program which apply to this particular problem. These change frequently so are not listed seperately in the 4-H clothing plans.

Plan IX - YOUR PARTY OUTFIT

Select, sew and care for garments and accessories for party clothes . Learn good grooming and behavior for parties . Plan a color harmony for your entire . Illustrate with pictures from magazines and fabric swatches. Plan your wardrobe for one year or keep the CLOTHING NOTEBOOK. Make three units: ~o garments from the following: A party dress ££party skirt and blouse, a slip or other undergarment, a jacket, cape or coat. And one party accessory to complete your outfit such as: A scarf ~evening hat, bag, hair ornament, handkerchief or some similar article . Or make an additional garment to mix-and-match with the others.

Plan X - YOUR TAILORED OUTFIT

Select and prepare tools and fabrics for making tailored garments. Learn special techniques of sewing and pressing tailored garments. Make two pressing aids . Make a Reweave pqtch. Review altering patterns and fitting garments. Plan a color harmony for your entire wardrobe. Illustrate with pictures from magazine and fabric swatches . Plan your wardrobe for one year or keep the CLOTHING NOTEBOOK. Make three units to include: -- ---x tailored suit, coat , or both. Add other garments to mix~and-match with the others, such as a blouse , , or accessories . Select becoming and suitable accessories such as a hat, scarf, gloves , purse, shoes, and jewelry to complete your tai~ored outfit. E.M. 481 Page 6

Plan XII - AN OUTFIT FOR THE YOUNG FRY

Learn the clothing needs of infants and pre-school children. Learn to select toys for children of different ages. Learn about storage of children's clothes. Make a complete wardrobe plan for (a) an infant (layette) or (b) pre­ school boy or girl . Make: A three-piece outfit for a child in (a) or (b). A sewed toy QI a piece of storage equipment for a child may be sub­ stituted for one of the garments.

Plan XIII - AN OUTFIT FOR A MAN IN YOUR LIFE

Select styles, fabrics, and quality in clothes for men and boys. Prepare pictures and samples of fabrics for (a) an outfit for dress, (b) a loung­ ing outfit for a man or boy . Plan a boy's or man's clothing wardrobe for one year . Or keep the CLOTHING NOTEBOOK for yourself. Wash a shirt and iron it ~ Press a pair of and a tie. Learn to fold and other garments . Learn the care of garments for men .. Make a mend on a suit. Know how to help with "man" or "boy" grooming . Make three units (2 major garments and one accessory) for a boy or man such as: • Slacks, pajamas, dressing , jacket, or sweater. Add a • , handkerchief, scarf, gloves, or another accessory.

Note:- · · A suit is a complete unit, whether it has one or two pieces . Accessories may be sewed, knitted, woven, or crocheted.

Your County Extension Agent will supply you with copies of the CLOTHING NOTEBOOK for making your wardrobe plan. This is the only clothing record needed for Series III. It may be added to your Record Book instead of the looseleaf sheet, CLOTHING REPORT, required in Series I.

REVISION OF 4-H CLOTHING PROJECTS

Series II and III are to be replaced as soon as possible with clothing projects: School Outfit Party Dress Sports Outfit Tailored Garment Date Dress

Each project will include activities in selection, construction, care and grooming.

Suggestions are invited in pr~paring new 4 -H Clothing pro jects. Make these suggestions to yotrhome agents who will relay them to the clothing specialist .

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