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    HOME SCIENCE: Learn safety basics and use of common home tools
    HOME SCIENCE: Learn safety basics and use of common home tools
    HOME SCIENCE: Learn safety basics and use of common home tools
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    HOME SCIENCE: Learn safety basics and use of common home tools

    By Julius MBURU, GOOGLE and JAY

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    The book contains vital information on using of home utensils and other garden tools plus ways of cooking certain foods professionally. Also contains what to do in case of minor home injuries and major ones. Great help!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLulu.com
    Release dateOct 10, 2020
    ISBN9781716520365
    HOME SCIENCE: Learn safety basics and use of common home tools

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      HOME SCIENCE - Julius MBURU

      HOME SCIENCE

      REVISION NOTES with

      Topical questions

      Home Science

      may seem like a totally new area to you, since there is no subject known as 'Home Science' in the Primary School Curriculum. However, you actually covered it under Science and this includes topics such as, the Human Body, Health Education, Foods and Nutrition, among others.

      Just as you enjoyed learning the above topics in Science while in Primary School, I am sure you will enjoy learning Home Science as a subject on its own in Secondary School.

      The following sub-topics will be covered in this topic:

      1. Basic sewing tools and equipment

      2. The sewing machine

      Introduction

      Needlework requires the use of some special tools and equipment which are categorized into two main groups: Small and Large :

      needed for:- Measuring Cutting Transferring pattern markings Sewing Pressing Storage Others

      Objectives By the end of the lesson you should be able to:

      State factors to consider when choosing different basic sewing tools and equipment. Describe how to use and care for basic sewing tools and equipment. Measuring Tools Tape measure Measuring Gauge Meter stick Choice The tape measure should: Be clearly marked on both sides upto 150cm. Be woven and plastic coated to avoid fraying and stretching. Have metal ends.

      Use and Care Remove from the work while cutting out; it can be cut accidentally.Roll up when not in use. It should: Be firm.

      Be clearly matched at right angles. Have several measurements marked. Used for measuring small width. Store after use. Meter Stick Choice of a Meter Stick It should be: Made of smooth wood or plastic. Marked clearly. Used to measure long straight lines. Hem Marker Choice Can be made from manila or cardboard. Used for marking hem depths to ensure even size.

      CUTTING OUT TOOLS

      Dressmaker's shears

      Pinking shears

      Embroidery scissors

      Buttonhole scissors

      Paper scissors

      Dressmaker's pins

      Seam ripper

      Table worktop

      Dressmaker's Shears Should be rust free (stainless steel) Sharp Firmly hinged Comfortable handle with one hole large enough for 2 or more fingers One blade should be pointed Long blade ,at least 15cm Oil the hinges regularly Hold correctly

      Do not chop Wipe after use Do not use for cutting hair, paper, thread or for snipping

      Pinking Shears Made of rustless metal stainless steel) Is serrated

      Used for neatening edges especially on open seams, on materials that do not fray.

      Embroidery Scissors Small Sharp fine pointed blades Cutting threads, snipping Cutting buttonholes

      Paper Scissors Smaller in size than the cutting out shears Not very sharp Used for cutting out paper patterns.

      Dressmaker's Pins Assorted lengths Fine and sharp Made of stainless steel Buy

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