Sewing Construction
ALL PROJECT FABRIC MUST BE SUPPLIED BY STUDENTS. CHECK JOANN'S WEBSITE OFTEN FOR DISCOUNT COUPONS. FIRST PROJECT FABRIC, DUFFEL BAG , IS DUE WEDS. JAN 29TH. GET IT NOW!
Welcome to Sewing Construction! I hope you enjoy learning how to sew as much as I will enjoy teaching you!
Sewing is an important life skill that will save you time and money. You will be very proud of your projects this year. We strive for excellence in this class!
The skills we use in sewing are shared by many other fields such as architecture and engineering. You will learn to design and construct your own ideas as well as follow directions and diagrams.
YOU MUST COMPLETE BOTH STEPS BY THE SECOND DAY OF CLASS
STEP ONE -
YOU MUST JOIN REMIND TEXT MESSAGE SYSTEM IN ORDER TO RECEIVE MESSAGES FROM ME. THIS IS A PRIVATE SYSTEM.
I WILL NOT SEE YOUR NUMBER NOR WILL YOU SEE MINE. ALL STUDENTS MUST JOIN. PARENTS MAY JOIN AS WELL IF YOU WANT TO BE IN THE LOOP. BE SURE TO ANSWER THE TEXT WITH YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME. NO NICK NAMES PLEASE.
PERIOD 2 text To 81010 Message @ebhd7b
PERIOD 6 text To 81010 Message @sewing62n
STEP TWO -
YOU MUST JOIN GOOGLE CLASSROOM
PERIOD 2- second SEMESTER - CODE IS -sv4jqlp
PERIOD 6 - second SEMESTER- CODE IS - qb4tsdc
DAILY PARTICIPATION GRADE- 40% OF YOUR GRADE IS YOUR OWN EFFORT/ATTITUDE
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1qqgB76587v_GiCBN9CtTpxuzqo6ylvKf
You will be given 1 point per class for a total of 4 points per week for Exceptional Participation. Anything less than exceptional will be graded according to the rubric. See the link above.
All rules, cost of fabrics, supplies and requirements will be reviewed in class also.
PARENTS- PLEASE READ THE SYLLABUS BELOW. PRINT OUT AND SIGN. RETURN TO SCHOOL BY Wednesday, Jan. 29
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hOkqtGTJip-tZO61CQjKCnDu-5WaGFXj/view?usp=sharing
ALL STUDENTS and PARENTS MUST READ AND SIGN THE RULES DOCUMENT BELOW.
RETURN THE SIGNATURE PAGE ONLY TO ME BY Weds. Jan 29th.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UgFee2b1_MukmQDyOzrMDIEzDuljjc0H/view?usp=sharing
We will be making 2 projects. SEE BELOW FOR EACH PROJECT DETAILS.
ALL FABRICS MUST BE PURCHASED INDIVIDUALLY BY THE DEADLINE DATE.
Fabrics are available at Joann's Fabrics or other local fabric stores.
BE SURE TO CHECK THEIR WEBSITE FOR COUPONS. THEY OFFER 40-50% OFF A FABRIC CUTTING COUPONS VERY OFTEN. PRINT OUT COUPON OR GET IT ON YOUR PHONE TO USE AT THE CHECKOUT.
If you do not want to purchase fabrics, please let me know at the beginning of the course. I have a VERY limited supply of fabrics in the classroom.
The total cost of the fabric and trims needed for the DUFFEL BAG will be approximately $15 or less. You will select and purchase your own fabric for the bag at Joann's in Paramus. Check online for coupons.
You will purchase the straps and zippers for the duffel bag from Ms. Fowks.The cost of the strap and zipper is $5. 50. If you want an extra adjustable shoulder strap, then your total cost for strap, zipper and shoulder strap will be $8.30.
This is payable in cash only in an envelope with your name on it. MONEY IS DUE JANUARY 31.
Duffel Bag - FABRIC & STRAP/ZIP FEE DUE-
Weds. Jan 29th.
1 1/4 yards. OF 58/60 INCH WIDE HEAVY WEIGHT COTTON CANVAS OR OTHER SUITABLE FABRIC IS NEEDED.
IN JOANN'S THIS FABRIC IS LOCATED IN THE SECTION CALLED "UTILITY FABRICS". ASK THE STORE PERSON WHERE THIS SECTION IS. THE FABRIC IS CALLED "DUCK" ( quack quack)THEY HAVE 15 DIFFERENT COLORS OF THIS TYPE OF FABRIC .
I GAVE EVERYONE A SWATCH OF THE QUALITY ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS.
BE SURE TO BRING THIS TO THE STORE TO SHOW WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR AND TELL THEM ITS IN THE UTILITY FABRIC SECTION.
THIS IS OVER BY THE HOME FURNISHING SECTION. ITS A BIG STORE. When you enter the store, go to the right and head to the back of the store.
Pajama Pants Project- Fabric due date -FIRST DAY OF 4TH MARKING PERIOD.
The cost of the fabric for the pajama pants will be approximately $20. SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS ON BUYING AND WASHING THE FABRIC.
Fabric swatches will be provided so you know what kind to buy.
THE FABRIC MUST BE WASHED BEFORE BRINGING IN TO CLASS.
THIS IS TO PRE-SHRINK THE FABRIC.
See below.
PAJAMA PANTS FABRIC NEEDED –
DUE DATE IS FIRST DAY OF THE 4TH MARKING PERIOD- This counts as a PASS/FAIL homework grade. Only on time and washed will get credit. PLAN AHEAD. BUY IT NOW OR SEE ME FOR ANY ISSUES.
ONLY BUY COTTON FLANNEL, BROADCLOTH OR SHEETING! I have given students samples of fabric types that are suitable.
DO NOT BUY POLYESTER FLEECE!!! WE CAN NOT SEW THIS TYPE OF FABRIC.
MOST FLANNEL IS 44/45 INCHES WIDE.
If your fabric is 44/45 wide- Size S/M - buy 2 3/4 yards. Size L/XL - Buy 3 yards.
YOU MUST PREWASH YOUR FABRIC BEFORE BRINGING IT TO CLASS.
WASH YOUR FABRIC IN COLD WATER.
TUMBLE DRY ON LOW. Use a dryer sheet.
DO NOT USE HIGH HEAT OR YOUR FABRIC WILL BE RUINED.
REFOLD YOUR FABRIC NEATLY WITH RIGHT SIDES TOGETHER.
If you don’t fold neatly, you will have wrinkles. You will have to bring home to re-wash if you have too many wrinkles.
VIDEOS ON FASHION AND FABRICS ARE IN THE DOC ABOVE
HOW FIBERS AND FABRICS ARE MADE
Expand/open the doc to see all the links.
OTHER INTERESTING VIDEO LINKS ARE BELOW:
HOW TO SHEAR SHEEP
http://www.time.com/time/video/player/0,32068,13594811001_1880491,00.html
Ohio Valley Spinners- Natural Fibers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFaJU8zGDCM
PROFESSOR PIN CUSHION HOW TO VIDEOS AND PROJECTS
http://www.professorpincushion.com
PROFESSOR PIN CUSHION SOCK RABBIT VIDEO
http://www.professorpincushion.com/professorpincushion/sock-rabbit/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ByYj5G4-Hc
Primary weaving on a cardboard loom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGSZNSB0SSA
weaving on a cardboard loom
Embroidery stitches how-to videos
How to tie a knot at the end of your thread for sewing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xM5n_gmpIrY
back stitch- Use to fix any hole in a seam
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZ_wVC84UmM
chainstitch- a very strong stitch used for repairs and embroidery- 2 videos on chainstitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egHtZjwFMd0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSiutCEc9VU
lazy daisy- Use to decorate your clothes and accessories
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiIN2asUvkI
French Knot- use several of these knots to make the center of a flower
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJ-V0WeZaD0&feature=youtube_gdata_player
several stitches on a sampler
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKnBUa4l2k4
tricks and tips for flowers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MMtmAJdZpo
flower ideas with tricks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F493nQ8DOlA
Hand Embroidery for Beginners 10 Basic filling stitches
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY7hWEwe_mI
11 Easy Sewing and Knitting Tricks for Kids and adults
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAF1NtdGoHY
how to close up a pillow with slipstitch- also called Ladder stitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CjOXMuTFXo
How to sew on a button without a thread shank- (Do not use their knot method )
http://www.cleanvideosearch.com/media/action/yt/watch?videoId=hrSs_DiJ-ZA
how to sew a button with a shank:
Gigantic Button video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjmUaWkzF-I
Seven Knots You Need To Know
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3X8drKsdf5E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jarbQ9PXyM
ADVANCED EMBROIDERY STITCHES- Fishbone, Satin, Stem Stitch, and more.
This is a great video on several more advanced embroidery stitches. Slow the speed down to watch it more carefully. Have fun with embroidery!
RULER PRACTICE
DO YOU NEED TO PRACTICE USING A RULER? GREAT! PLAY THE RULER GAME. THE LINK IS BELOW.
JUST CLICK ON START NEW GAME.
SELECT YOUR MEASUREMENT INCREMENTS YOU WANT TO PRACTICE
START AT HALVES AND WORK YOUR WAY UP TO SIXTEENTHS. USE THE TIMER FOR MORE FUN.
THREE STRIKES AND YOU ARE OUT!
HINT- Watch the video of the math teacher below first and then play the game! Good luck!
https://www.rulergame.net/new-english-ruler-game.php
NEED MORE PRACTICE?
WATCH THE VIDEOS ON HOW TO READ A RULER AT THIS LINK. THERE ARE THREE PARTS TO WATCH. THREE DIFFERENT LEVELS BEGINNING WITH 1/2 " INCREMENTS.
http://www.techedlearning.com/ruler-reading.html
USE THIS LINK TO A DOCUMENT WITH SEVERAL YOUTUBE LINKS ON HOW TO USE A RULER
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2681yeSrsM0
How a sewing machine works
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ML8CMNzW6Tg
How a sewing machine works
Sewing Machine Operation-
LINKS TO STUDY GUIDES ARE BELOW :
FRONT MACHINE PARTS STUDY GUIDE
BACK OF MACHINE PARTS STUDY GUIDE
sewing machine study guide for Quiz
All students must pass the sewing license test in order to use the machines. Test must be taken by October_tba.