2024 Sewing Workshops
Enrolling a sewing-related project? Mark your calendars!
All workshops will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the McKee 4-H Building at The Ranch in Loveland. Please bring your sewing machine and/or needed supplies.
- January 27 - Berthoud/Loveland Rooms, McKee
- This workshop is open to everyone. Make a craft with us using a sewing machine. Learn more about sewing projects. Space is limited so registration is required.
- February 10 - Timnath/LaPorte Rooms, McKee
- How to Sew Zippers & Buttons for Unit 2 or above
- March 9 - Timnath/LaPorte Rooms, McKee
- An Overview of Fabric & Patterns (and how to pick)
- March 30 - Loveland/Fort Collins Rooms, McKee
- April 20 - Timnath/LaPorte Rooms, McKee
- Unit 1 Pillowcase
- You can also bring your own project to work on. Project volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide support.
- May 11 - Timnath/LaPorte Rooms, McKee
- Unit 1 Elastic Waist Skirt (part 1)
- You can also bring your own project to work on. Project volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide support.
- June 1 - Loveland/Fort Collins Rooms, McKee
- Unit 1 Elastic Waist Skirt (part 2)
- You can also bring your own project to work on. Project volunteers will be available to answer questions and provide support.
Clothing Construction Units 1-3 Manuals: Project manuals are received through the Larimer County 4-H Extension office. These will be distributed to 4-H members through their organizational leaders (club leaders) after enrollment is complete.
Other manuals are available on the Colorado 4-H Website
Your e-Record is an important part of completing your 4-H project! Each project you enroll in will have its own e-Record. We recommend downloading and starting on it right away. Please note, if your project also uses a manual, the manual is different from the e-Record.
We have more information about how to fill out your e-record here.
2023 - 2024 Clothing Construction Record Book (PDF)
2023 - 2024 Clothing Construction Record Book (DOCX)
2023 - 2024 Artistic Clothing Record Book (PDF)
2023 - 2024 Artistic Clothing Record Book (DOCX)
2023 - 2024 Buymanship Record Book (PDF)
2023 - 2024 Buymanship Record Book (DOCX)
Participating in the Larimer County Fair?
If you choose to participate in the Larimer County Fair, your e-Record will be turned in during Interview Judging Day. Before coming to the fair, please print out your e-Record and place it in a 3-ring binder. The front cover should have the 4-H'ers name, unit number, and project.
Project units 1, 2, & 4 are designed for members 8-18 years old. Project unit 3 is designed for members 11-18 years old.
STEAM Unit 1
Learn how to use a sewing machine, basic tools, and read a sewing pattern. Youth enrolled can choose to sew:
- A pillowcase or pillow
- A simple top
- A simple bottom
- A simple dress
STEAM Unit 2
Build on skills from Unit 1 by making a more complex item. Your item can include buttons, zippers, a set-in sleeve, or use knit fabric. Youth enrolled can choose to sew:
- A top
- A bottom
- A skirt
- A dress
- A romper or jumpsuit
- A two-piece outfit
STEAM Unit 3 (Advanced)
Build on skills from Units 1 & 2. Construct a garment while trying new fabrics and advanced techniques, including:
- Rolled hems
- Indivisible zippers
- Princess seams
- Advanced seam finishes
- Welt pockets
- and more!
Sewing for Others Unit 4
Make garments for others and learn how to:
- Take accurate measurements
- Adjust patterns
- Keep accurate records
Upcycle Your Style
Learn how to alter an existing item of clothing with tools and textile crafts, including:
- Jewels
- Puff paints
- Appliques
- Tie-dye
- Embroidery
- Quilting
- Beading
- and more!
Creative Sewing
Learn new sewing techniques by constructing a special interest project such as:
- Costumes
- Doll clothing
- Stuffed animals
- Book bags
- Sleeping bags
- Accessories
Recycled Clothing
Create something new from something old. Find an old item made of fabric and sew it into a garment.
Create Your Own (Intermediate/ Senior Only)
- Explore a topic of interest, such as
- Learn about lace
- Pattern design
- Study historic costumes
- Explore careers
- Create an article or display to show what you've learned.
Buymanship (Intermediate/ Senior Only)
- Learn styles/colors that flatter body types
- Understand design, fabric, and color
- Understand clothing care and construction
- Coordinate with existing wardrobe
- Purchase and put together an outfit that fits your outlined goals.
Thinking about signing up? Already enrolled but have questions? Contact us.