STITCHES AND TYPES OF STITCHES PRIMARY 4 SECOND TERM HOME ECONOMICS WEEK 10

WEEK 10

STITCHES AND TYPES OF STITCHES

Subject : Home Economics

Class : Primary 4

Term : Second Term

Week : Week 10

Topics :

STITCHES AND TYPES OF STITCHES

PREVIOUS LESSON 

USE AND CARE FOR SIMPLE TOOLS 

Learning Objectives 

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

• summarize the meaning of
  stitches;
• list the different types of
  stitches;
• explain the types of
  stitches.

Learning Activities and Discussion 

• Small group activities
• Drawing of different types of
  stitches
• Practice the temporary stitch
  e.g tracking, basting,
  backstitch, hemming stitch,
  running stitch

Embedded Core Skills 

• Communication and Collaboration
• Small group discussion
• Creativity and Imagination
• Critical thinking and problem solving

Learning Resources 

• Chart showing different types of stitches

• Real object eg needle, thread, pin, tape measure etc

• Charts video clips etc.

Content

STITCHES AND TYPES OF STITCHES

Stitches are used to join two pieces of fabric together or to create a design on a piece of fabric. There are many different types of stitches, but we can group them into three main categories: temporary, permanent, and decorative stitches.

1. Temporary stitches:

Temporary stitches are meant to hold fabric together temporarily. They are often used for fitting purposes, to hold pieces of fabric in place while you sew them permanently. These stitches are easy to remove once you are finished with them. Some examples of temporary stitches are basting stitches and tacking stitches.

For example, when you sew a dress, you might use basting stitches to hold the fabric in place temporarily before sewing it permanently. Once the permanent stitches are in place, you can remove the basting stitches.

2. Permanent stitches:

Permanent stitches are meant to hold fabric together permanently. They are strong and durable, and they won’t come apart easily. Some examples of permanent stitches are straight stitches, zigzag stitches, and backstitches.

For example, when you sew a button onto a shirt, you use a backstitch to make sure the button stays in place permanently.

3. Decorative stitches:

Decorative stitches are used to create designs or add embellishments to a piece of fabric. They are often used for embroidery or to add decorative touches to clothing or accessories. Some examples of decorative stitches are chain stitches, satin stitches, and cross-stitches.

For example, if you want to add a flower design to a shirt, you might use a satin stitch to create the petals and a chain stitch to create the stem.

BASIC STITCHES (DECORATIVE /EMBROIDERY STITCHES)

Types of Temporary Stitches

1. Tacking stitch: This is a temporary stitch used to hold two pieces of fabric together temporarily. It is often used when making clothes to hold fabric in place before sewing it permanently.
2. Basting stitch: Similar to tacking stitch, this is a temporary stitch used to hold fabric together before sewing it permanently. It is often used for fitting purposes or when working with delicate fabrics.
3. Backstitch: This is a temporary stitch that is often used to create a guideline for a permanent stitch. It is made by stitching forward a few stitches, then stitching back over those same stitches, creating a solid line of thread.
4. Hemming stitch: This is a temporary stitch used to hold a hem in place before sewing it permanently. It is often used in clothing construction to create a neat and tidy hem.
5. Running stitch: This is a temporary stitch that is often used for basting or gathering fabric. It is made by passing the needle in and out of the fabric in a straight line.
6. Pinning: Although not technically a stitch, pinning is a temporary method of holding fabric in place before sewing. It is often used when working with thicker fabrics that may be difficult to hold in place with just your hands.

Simple Decorative Stitches

Evaluation

1. What is a stitch? A. A piece of thread B. A type of fabric C. A type of needle D. A way to join two pieces of fabric together
2. What are the three main categories of stitches? A. Temporary, permanent, and decorative stitches B. Straight, zigzag, and backstitches C. Embroidery, cross-stitch, and chain stitch D. Hemming, basting, and tacking stitches
3. Which of the following is an example of a temporary stitch? A. Straight stitch B. Backstitch C. Basting stitch D. Zigzag stitch
4. What is a tacking stitch used for? A. To create a decorative design on fabric B. To hold fabric together temporarily C. To create a permanent seam D. To add extra strength to a seam
5. What is a running stitch used for? A. To create a permanent seam B. To gather fabric C. To add decorative touches to fabric D. To hold fabric together temporarily
6. Which of the following is an example of a decorative stitch? A. Backstitch B. Running stitch C. Satin stitch D. Basting stitch
7. What is a backstitch used for? A. To hold fabric together temporarily B. To create a permanent seam C. To add decorative touches to fabric D. To create a guideline for a permanent stitch
8. Which of the following is NOT a temporary stitch? A. Tacking stitch B. Hemming stitch C. Basting stitch D. Pinning
9. Which of the following is an example of a permanent stitch? A. Tacking stitch B. Basting stitch C. Backstitch D. Pinning
10. What is a hemming stitch used for? A. To hold fabric together temporarily B. To create a permanent seam C. To add decorative touches to fabric D. To hold a hem in place before sewing it permanently

Lesson Presentation

Grade Level: 4th Grade

Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to identify and describe the three main categories of stitches, as well as provide examples of each.

Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Samples of different types of fabric and thread
• Needle and thread
• Examples of temporary, permanent, and decorative stitches

Previous Lesson

• USE AND CARE FOR SIMPLE TOOLS

Introduction (5 minutes):

• Ask the students if they have ever seen or used a sewing machine or needle and thread before.
• Introduce the topic of stitches and types of stitches, explaining that stitches are used to join two pieces of fabric together or to create designs on fabric.
• Show samples of different types of fabric and thread.

Main Lesson (20 minutes):

• Explain the three main categories of stitches: temporary, permanent, and decorative stitches.
• Show examples of each type of stitch and explain their uses.
• Have students practice making different stitches using fabric and thread, such as a running stitch, backstitch, and hemming stitch.
• Provide feedback and corrections to help students improve their stitching skills.

Assessment (10 minutes):

• Provide students with examples of stitches and ask them to identify which category they belong to.
• Have students practice making different stitches and provide feedback on their progress.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

• Recap the three main categories of stitches and their uses.
• Encourage students to continue practicing their stitching skills at home.

Extension Activities:

• Have students create a small project using different types of stitches, such as a fabric bookmark or simple patchwork.
• Ask students to research and present on a particular type of stitch or a famous seamstress/seamster

Homework

1. Stitches are used to _________ two pieces of fabric together or to create a design on a piece of fabric. A. dye B. join C. cut D. wash
2. The three main categories of stitches are temporary, permanent, and ___________ stitches. A. zigzag B. embroidery C. straight D. backstitch
3. ___________ stitches are meant to hold fabric together temporarily and are often used for fitting purposes. A. Permanent B. Decorative C. Temporary D. Straight
4. A backstitch is a temporary stitch used to create a ___________ for a permanent stitch. A. guideline B. design C. hem D. seam
5. Pinning is a temporary method of holding fabric in place before ___________. A. dyeing B. cutting C. sewing D. washing
6. A hemming stitch is a temporary stitch used to hold a ___________ in place before sewing it permanently. A. seam B. fold C. hem D. patch
7. A running stitch is a temporary stitch that is often used for ___________ fabric. A. sewing B. gathering C. dyeing D. washing
8. Decorative stitches are used to create ___________ or add embellishments to a piece of fabric. A. seams B. designs C. folds D. patches
9. Basting stitches and ___________ stitches are examples of temporary stitches. A. zigzag B. backstitch C. tacking D. satin
10. Temporary stitches are easy to ___________ once you are finished with them. A. remove B. cut C. dye D. wash

Weekly Assessment /Test 

1. What are stitches used for?
2. What are the three main categories of stitches?
3. What is a temporary stitch?
4. What is a permanent stitch?
5. What is a decorative stitch?
6. What is a backstitch used for?
7. What is a running stitch used for?
8. What is a hemming stitch used for?
9. What is pinning used for?
10. Why are temporary stitches useful in sewing?