Skill Explorers: Sewing Discovery
go.ncsu.edu/readext?1116438
en Español / em Português
El inglés es el idioma de control de esta página. En la medida en que haya algún conflicto entre la traducción al inglés y la traducción, el inglés prevalece.
Al hacer clic en el enlace de traducción se activa un servicio de traducción gratuito para convertir la página al español. Al igual que con cualquier traducción por Internet, la conversión no es sensible al contexto y puede que no traduzca el texto en su significado original. NC State Extension no garantiza la exactitud del texto traducido. Por favor, tenga en cuenta que algunas aplicaciones y/o servicios pueden no funcionar como se espera cuando se traducen.
Português
Inglês é o idioma de controle desta página. Na medida que haja algum conflito entre o texto original em Inglês e a tradução, o Inglês prevalece.
Ao clicar no link de tradução, um serviço gratuito de tradução será ativado para converter a página para o Português. Como em qualquer tradução pela internet, a conversão não é sensivel ao contexto e pode não ocorrer a tradução para o significado orginal. O serviço de Extensão da Carolina do Norte (NC State Extension) não garante a exatidão do texto traduzido. Por favor, observe que algumas funções ou serviços podem não funcionar como esperado após a tradução.
English
English is the controlling language of this page. To the extent there is any conflict between the English text and the translation, English controls.
Clicking on the translation link activates a free translation service to convert the page to Spanish. As with any Internet translation, the conversion is not context-sensitive and may not translate the text to its original meaning. NC State Extension does not guarantee the accuracy of the translated text. Please note that some applications and/or services may not function as expected when translated.
Collapse ▲
Skill Explorers: Sewing Discovery
A vibrant energy filled the classroom at Murphy Head Start today as the next generation of creatives embarked on a journey of threads and gears. Through a partnership between Tamra Corley Dunn (Leader of the Sew Much Fun Sewing Club ECA) and Marlana Baker (Family & Consumer Science Agent), the Skill Explorers: Sewing Discovery program brought the art and science of sewing to life for local students.
The Anatomy of a Stitch
The session began with a foundational look at how we move from a simple idea to a finished project. The students were introduced to:
- Understanding Patterns: Students learned that a pattern is like a map or a blueprint, showing exactly where to cut and join fabric to create a specific shape.
- The Toolbox: We explored essential sewing tools—from measuring tapes to seam rippers—demonstrating how each piece plays a vital role in precision.
- How Machines Work: The highlight for many was understanding the sewing mechanics. We discussed how the pedal is like the gas pedal of a car to make the machine GO, how the bobbin helps to make the stitch and how the thread runs through the machine and needle to piece the fabric together.
Exploring Machines and Stitches
The world of sewing is diverse, and the students were introduced to different ways to join fabric together. We compared the classic mechanical sewing machine, known for its sturdy gears and reliability, with more modern variations.
The lesson also covered the “language” of sewing—the stitches. Students observed the difference between a straight stitch, zig zag and decorative stitches (perfect for finishing edges and embellishing fabrics).
Exploring the sample of decorative stitches.
A Meaningful Milestone
To wrap up the session, we asked the class a very important question: “Did you learn something new today?” In a heartwarming display of success, every single student raised their hand. It was a powerful reminder that introducing these skills early fosters confidence, curiosity, and a sense of accomplishment.