Have you ever dreamed about designing your own clothing? You can do just that in this project!
What can you do?
In the clothing and textiles project, you can:
- Learn the basics of sewing construction and how to make simple clothing and accessories.
- Develop skills in design and fashion illustration, business and marketing.
- Explore technology in sewing.
- Discover careers in the textile industry.
These are just some of the many ways you can participate in this project.
Project information
Get started with 4-H'ers in your area
- Contact your local 4-H office for more info.
Get started on your own
- Begin your project learning with the clothing and textiles project resource guide.
- Reflect on your project and what you've learned using 4-H record keeping.
Fashion revue
Fashion revue is an event held in many counties for 4-H members who wish to model a garment they have made or purchased. Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, purchased or upcycled as a part of their 4-H clothing and textiles project.
Contact your local 4-H educator for more information.
Project opportunities near you
Get in touch with your local 4-H office to learn about clothing and textiles project events and activities in your area.
Interested in getting involved as a clothing and textiles project volunteer?
Contact your local 4-H office or learn more about volunteering in 4-H.
Resources for supporting youth in clothing and textiles
Utah 4-H sewing activity sheet (free download)
National 4-H sewing curriculum (for purchase)
Fair information
What does it mean to show at the fair?
For 4-H'ers, local and state showcase events (like the Minnesota State Fair) are not just fun events. They provide youth opportunities to exhibit the knowledge and skills they've gained throughout the year– and to continue their learning.
Contact your local 4-H office for clothing and textile project showcase opportunities near you.
Exhibit ideas and judging criteria
Get exhibit ideas and find out what the judge is looking for in the evaluation sheets:
Reviewed in 2023