Teaching About Fashion Trends
It's interesting to watch the trends in fashion change as new ideas emerge and old favorites get an update! Like history, fashion is bound to repeat itself and what's old will become "new" again to a...
View ArticleStarter Pack Meme Ideas
My son recently introduced me to "starter pack memes" which I had to look up! He had to create one for a college "get to know you" activity and once I knew what it was, I thought it would make a great,...
View ArticleAdvertising Part II: Food Themed Sneaker Project
Thanks for checking back in for the Advertising Part II: Food Themed Sneaker Project. This project gave students an opportunity to build on their advertising knowledge and apply it in a fun and...
View Article“UnBoxing” Video Topics for the FACS Content
I recently watched an episode of Adobe for Education and Matt Miller author of Ditch that Textbook (affiliate link) was on as a special guest. This episode focused on being creative while teaching...
View ArticleRepurposing the Necktie
A while back, I read an article in the Wall Street Journal about old ties. What was once an everyday staple of many a man's wardrobe may now be hanging dust collectors! Because more workplaces are...
View ArticleVirtual Holiday Activities
Remote learning making it difficult to do your normal hands-on holiday activities? In researching alternate ways to do some of my assignments, I have either happened upon or created some of the below...
View Article5 Clue Challenge
Engaging students while being digital only can be tricky! One activity that my students enjoyed was the "5 Clue Challenge". It is super easy to implement and it does engage students in a variety of...
View ArticleTop 10 Lists…Video Style
Some of you may remember the Late Show with Dave Letterman! One of his regular features included his infamous top 10 lists in descending order from 10 to 1, adding his own a touch of humor and sarcasm...
View ArticlePOP! Figure Project
Because of the recent popularity Funko Pop characters have gained on TikTok, this fun POP! Figure Project was created and shared by Cayla Young of Texas! While she uses it with her Culinary Arts...
View ArticleFast Fashion: A Talking Points Lesson & Activity
Have you ever been a fast fashion junkie needing to update your wardrobe on a regular basis? Many of us probably have at some point in our lives! Fast Fashion: A Talking Points Lesson & Activity...
View ArticleFabric Marbling Project
Sharing a Fabric Marbling Project from Amy Harkey, a Missouri FACS teacher. Amy uses this interactive project in her Apparel, Fashions & Textiles class in her unit on Principles of Design as a way...
View ArticleTrendy Threads Wardrobe Box
The Trendy Threads Wardrobe Box project was created to simulate clothing subscription services that are advertised on the internet. These services are designed to tailor outfits that fit and flatter...
View ArticleUgly Sweater Scavenger Hunt Fashion Show
Ugly sweaters are all the craze, so why not incorporate them into a fun winter holiday activity? This Ugly Sweater Scavenger Hunt Fashion Show is an adaptation of an assignment the art teacher at my...
View ArticleEmotions, Mood & Clothing Colors
As I was reading a newsletter referencing an article around emotions, mood and clothing colors, my creative juices started to flow! I knew there was a lesson just waiting to be written on the topic....
View ArticleCanvas Stitching Project
If you teach an interior design, textile or sewing class, you are going to love this Canvas Stitching Project shared by Katelyn Propper. In this project, inspired by something she saw on Facebook,...
View ArticleHexagonal Keyword Links
Several years ago I learned about the teaching strategy called Hexagonal Thinking. There are many variations on how to utilize the concept in class, but the one I want to focus on is the Hexagonal...
View ArticleAprons: History & Design
With the surge in home cooking, aprons are making a comeback! However, in the cooking lab, they’ve always been a staple! Learn about Aprons: History & Design and then teach students how to create...
View ArticleGlobal Fashion with Barbie & Ken
In the hit movie, Barbie, the main character finds herself in the human world with Ken. Suppose that while Barbie & Ken are in human land, they decide to travel the world. We all know that Barbie...
View ArticleWhich Bag is Best?
Earth Day is right around the corner and if you're in need of a lesson and activity around sustainability, then you definitely want to check out "Which Bag is Best?". In this lesson, students explore...
View ArticleEmbroidering Clothes
I was thrilled when, during the pandemic, my daughter wanted to learn how to embroider! She wanted to learn how to make flowers. So we pulled out all of the supplies, drew some free hand flowers and...
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