A Sewing Course for Schools: With Models and Directions as to Stitches, Materials and Methods (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Mary Schenck Woolman

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331495333 ISBN 13: 9780331495331

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover a practical, classroom‑tested sewing course that builds skill with every stitch.

This instructional guide helps teachers raise competent makers by combining clear demonstrations, hands‑on practice, and well‑organized models. Students learn the how and why of sewing through structured drills, visual examples, and step‑by‑step guidance aligned to classroom work.

The book emphasizes careful technique, accurate measurements, and steady progress from basic stitches to more advanced work. It covers classroom setup, lesson pacing, and ways to motivate students with visible records of their growth. By using models, drawings, and student sewing books, it helps pupils apply skills to real projects while developing patience, accuracy, and judgment.

• Structured lessons that move from simple stitches to practical home‑economics projects
• Model patterns, practice pieces, and classroom activities to reinforce learning
• Clear explanations of tools, materials, and the purpose of each stitch
• Assessment prompts and ways to tailor instruction to different learning speeds

Ideal for teachers of needlework, home economics, or craft education seeking a reliable framework for teaching sewing in schools.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331495333
• ISBN 13: 9780331495331
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 196