Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Home Economics - asic Sewing Processes (embroidery Or Decorative S

### Lesson Plan: Basic Sewing Processes (Embroidery or Decorative Stitches) **Subject:** Home Economics **Class Level:** Junior Secondary 1 **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** Basic Sewing Processes (Embroidery or Decorative Stitches) #### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Understand the concept of embroidery and decorative stitches. 2. Identify various types of decorative stitches. 3. Demonstrate basic embroidery techniques. 4. Apply decorative stitches to create simple designs on fabric. #### Materials: - Fabric pieces (preferably aida cloth or cotton) - Embroidery hoops - Needles (suitable for embroidery) - Embroidery floss (various colors) - Scissors - Pencil or fabric markers - Needle threaders (optional) - Sample patterns or drawn designs #### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Greeting and Attendance:** Begin the lesson by greeting the students and taking attendance. 2. **Introduction to Topic:** Introduce the topic by explaining what embroidery is and its history. - Definition: Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric using a needle and thread. - Importance: Used to beautify clothing and other textile items. 3. **Show Samples:** Display various examples of embroidered fabric items to inspire the students. #### Body (40 minutes): 1. **Types of Basic Stitches (10 minutes):** Explain and demonstrate the following basic embroidery stitches: - Running Stitch - Back Stitch - Chain Stitch - Satin Stitch - French Knot - Lazy Daisy Stitch Use a board or visual aids to illustrate each stitch step by step. 2. **Practical Demonstration (15 minutes):** - **Step-by-Step:** Demonstrate how to prepare fabric on an embroidery hoop. Show how to thread a needle and start stitching, emphasizing each basic stitch demonstrated earlier. - **Class Participation:** Hand out materials to students and walk them through creating each stitch on their fabric piece. Provide individual assistance as needed. 3. **Practice Activity (15 minutes):** Give students a simple design to embroider on their fabric (e.g., a small flower or a geometric pattern). Encourage them to use different stitches to complete their design. #### Conclusion (10 minutes): 1. **Review:** - Recap the different types of stitches learned. - Ask students to show their work to the class and discuss any challenges they faced. 2. **Q&A:** - Open the floor for any questions or clarifications. - Address any concerns or difficulties students had. 3. **Assignment:** - Assign students to complete a small embroidery piece at home using the stitches learned in class. Provide a week to complete this. 4. **Closing:** - Thank students for their participation and remind them to practice their stitches at home. - Inform them of the next class topic to keep them engaged. #### Assessment: - Informal Observation: Monitor students’ ability to follow instructions and execute stitches. - Completed in-class embroidery piece: Check for accuracy and neatness of stitches. - Assignment: Review and grade the completed embroidery assignment for understanding and skill application. --- This lesson plan provides a structured approach to teaching Junior Secondary 1 students the fundamental techniques of embroidery, which are valuable for personal and possible future professional use in the field of Home Economics.