Demonstration may include a description of the types of care needed when maintaining clothing and options for protecting clothing during storage
- laundering―washing, drying, folding, ironing, steaming, hanging items of apparel
- repairing―attaching buttons, snaps, hooks and eyes; re-stitching split seams; concealing tears and rips; re-sewing zippers; hemming garments
- constructing―using basic machine and hand stitching.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What factors may influence a choice to construct clothing for self and family rather than to purchase it?
- What criteria do you use to evaluate clothing maintenance, minor repairs, and basic clothing construction?
- What will happen if you cannot take care of your clothing?
Communication
- What communication skills do you need to interpret instructions for performing clothing maintenance, minor repair tasks, and basic clothing construction tasks?
- What special vocabulary terms are associated with these instructions?
Leadership
- What career opportunities are available for people who have the skills to perform clothing maintenance, minor repair tasks, and basic clothing construction tasks?
- Can making your own clothes be a sign of independence and initiative? Why or why not?
Management
- What management skills are essential to perform clothing maintenance, minor repair tasks, and basic clothing construction tasks?
- What time-management techniques can help you stay efficient in your efforts to make, repair, and maintain clothing?