PROJECT PLAN

Name: ________________________________________
Name of Project: _______________________________________
Date Started: ________________ Date Finished: ____________
I. Objectives: (refers to the purpose why you do the certain project)
1 ________________________________________
2. ________________________________________
3. ________________________________________
II. Materials Needed: (It is the list of all necessary materials used in making project with or
without price.)
Cost
Total cost
Quantity Name of Materials per
per item
item

III. Tools: (refers to the necessary tools needed to complete the project)
1. _______________________ 6. _______________________
2. _______________________ 7. _______________________
3. _______________________ 8. _______________________
4. _______________________ 9. _______________________
5. _______________________ 10. ______________________
IV. Design/Illustration: (refers to the drawing or look or sketch of your desired output project

V. Procedure: (Refers to the processes or steps of doing the project)

1. ______________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________
4. ______________________________________________________
5. ______________________________________________________
6. ______________________________________________________
7. ______________________________________________________
8. ______________________________________________________
VI. Evaluation:
A. Appearance (neat, well-proportioned, and attractive) 20% ________
B. Workmanship (Surfaces are even and fine, ends a are
well-secured, stitches are firm, smooth, and secured) 40% _______
C. Use (Projects can be used at home, décor, and a
giveaway) 20% _______
D. Enthusiasm (Enjoys doing projects, proudly shows
projects to the family and friends, finished the project.
in time) 20% _______

TOTAL: 100% ________

 HOME ECONOMICS
PRODUCTION OF HOUSEHOLD LINENS

LINENS = are fabric household items intended for daily use like bedding, tablecloths, and
towels.
= It refers to any cloth material used throughout the home.
= It can be made from a variety of materials like cotton, silk, rayon, or combination of
these.
CLASSIFICATION OF HOUSEHOLD LINENS
1. TABLE LINENS
= These are linens used as cover on a table, table accessory, and a part of a
formal table setting.
= Table cloth, silence cloth, table runners, napkins, place mats, and glass
coasters and holders are examples of table linens.
2. BED LINENS
= also called BEDDING.
= It can refer to sheet sets that are utilized in the bedroom such as blankets,
duvet, comforters and pillows even Bed skirts and dust ruffles.
3. BATH LINENS
= These are linens that are used in the bathroom such as bath towels, washcloths,
hand towels, and bath sheets.
= To serve its purpose, bath linens should be selected by considering the fiber
type and weave and loops.
= It should be highly absorbent and soft to the touch.
= High quality bath linens have a tight weave, thick loops, and are made 100%
cotton fibers.
= Synthetic fibers are not absorbent so it should not be used for bath linens.
= Rugs, bathroom mats, and shower curtains are also classified as bath linens.
SEWING TOOLS and SUPPLIES
 You have to make sure that all things you need for sewing are within your reach.
 Prepare your sewing tools before you start working to save time and make things easier.
 In school, avoid borrowing sewing tools and other supplies from your classmates.
 Your sewing kit should contain the necessary MEASURING, MARKING and
CUTTING TOOLS and other sewing aids.
 Your tools should be in good condition so that work becomes efficient and production
output are of good quality.
TYPES OF SEWING TOOLS
A. STITCHING AIDS
 1. NEEDLE = This is a pointed metal with an eye to carry thread and sew fabrics
together. Needles for hand sewing vary in length, point and eye size. They come in
sizes 1-12.
2. THREAD = This is used to sew fabrics. This comes in different colors and should
match the fabric for which it will be used.
3. DRESSMAKER’S PINS = These are used to hold pieces of fabrics temporarily.
These are also called SEAMSTRESS or SILK PINS.
4. NEEDLE THREADER = This helps to pull the thread through the ye of the needle.
5. SEAM RIPPER = This has a pointed and a curved end used to undo stitches and
slash buttonholes.
6. PINCUSHION and EMERY BAG = The PINCUSHION holds the pins and needles
that are not in used. The PINCUSHION comes with an EMERY BAG that is used to
polish rusty pins and needles.
7. THIMBLE = This protects the middle finger from being pricked when pushing the
needle through the cloth. It should fit the finger well. Thimble comes in sizes 6-12.
B. MEASURING TOOLS
1. RULER = This is used to mark lines or patterns on a fabric. You can use this as a
substitute for a gauge when measuring the distances between buttons, buttonholes,
pleats, or hems. It can be made up of plastic, wood, or metal.
2. TAPE MEASURE = This is used to take body measurements. The best tape measure
is made up of plastic or laminated material with metal ends. It must be flexible and
must not stretch or tear easily.
3. DRESSMAKER’S GAUGE = This is used to take detailed measurements such as the
distance between buttons and buttonholes, pleats, and hems.
C. MAKING TOOLS
1. TAILOR’S CHALK = This is hard square wax used to mark fabric. It comes in
different colors and does not leave permanent marks on the cloth.
2. DRESSMAKER’S CARBON = This is also called TRACING PAPER. The tracing
paper is placed between the pattern or design paper and the fabric. The pattern or
design is traced with a tracing wheel. The dressmaker’s carbon can also be used for
decorative stitches.
3. TRACING WHEEL = The tracing wheel is used with the dressmaker’s carbon to
transfer the pattern to the fabric.
4. SOFT PENCIL = It is used in pattern construction. It makes dark marks that can be
easily erased when errors are made.
D. CUTTING TOOLS
1. SCISSORS = These are used to trim pieces of fabric. The two handles are the same
in size.
2. PINKING SHEARS = These are used to cut seam edges on fabric. These have
zigzag edges that prevent the fabric from raveling. The zigzag cuts they make also
serve as decorative patterns.
3. BENT-HANDLE DRESSMAKER’S SHEARS = These are shears used for cutting
large pieces of fabric. They may be 6-12 inches in length. Sizes 7 and 8 are
commonly used.
CARE FOR SEWING TOOLS
Do the following to make your tools last longer:
1. Keep all your tools in a sewing box. They should be arranged neatly.
2. Pass needles and pins in and out of an emery bag to remove the rust stains on them.
Always keep them in a pincushion.
3. Choose good quality sewing tools, especially shears.
4. Wipe your scissors dry before keeping it and occasionally apply some oil on it. Have it
sharpened when needed.
5. Keep your tape measure folded or rolled when not in use.
6. Always put your sewing box in a safe place and out of children’s reach.