Home Economics

Personal hygiene refers to the cleanliness of the body. This involves good grooming or care of different parts of the body, choice, use and care of personal items. Cosmetics are… Read More »PERSONAL HYGIENE

They lead to diverse career opportunities such as: Interior Designer  Chef  Air Hostess   Dietician   Community Health Worker   Fashion Designer   Entrepreneur   Researcher   Textile Engineer  … Read More »CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

DISCIPLINES IN HOME SCIENCE, HOME ECONOMICS/CATERING/FOOD & NUTRITION/HOME MANAGEMENT Home Science/Home Economies/Catering/Food & Nutrition is an applied multi-disciplinary science which aims at improving the quality of life and well-being of… Read More »DISCIPLINES IN HOME ECONOMICS, CATERING

A sewing machine is a large sewing equipment designed to make stitches. It makes sewing quicker and more efficient. It is a simple machine to operate as it is done… Read More »SEWING MACHINE

 Classification of stitches Stitches are classified into two groups: Roll the mouse over the words: Permanent and Temporary for additional information. Classify stitches. –  Describe how to work out different… Read More »STITCHES

 Irons  Ironing board Irons  Made of non rusting material  Medium weight  Smooth sole  Pointed toe to reach fullness  If electric, should be thermostatic.  Used to press work after each stage… Read More »PRESSING EQUIPMENT

 Drawers  Wardrobes  Hangers  Drawers  Large enough to carry the work  Have smooth finishing  For storing all needlework  Should be lined with a clean paper or cloth Wardrobes  Should have a… Read More »STORAGE EQUIPMENT

Tailor’s chalk Tracing wheel Dressmaker’s carbon paper Pencils Tailor’s Chalk Comes in different shapes Buy assorted colours  Used for marking patterns  Do not drop, it will break  Store in the… Read More »TRANSFERRING PATTERN MARKINGS

 Needles  Sharps  Betweens  Crewels  Sharps Needle  Have round eyes  Should be fine  Eye should be smooth  Easy to thread  Assorted sizes; the higher the number the finer the needle  Use… Read More »SEWING TOOLS

Previously, we learnt that consumers have to make a choice between a need and a want. In addition, they are faced with challenge, in identifying purchasing and using goods and… Read More »PROBLEMS OF THE CONSUMER

facing is a piece of fabric used to finish raw edges at open areas of a garment. They are applied on the wrong side or right side of the garment.… Read More »FACINGS

It is important to understand the clothing construction processes in order to come up with garments that are well fitting. In this topic we shall cover the following: Collars Cuffs… Read More »CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION PROCESSES

This is the process of treating food to stop or slow down food decay and deterioration. Causes of Food Decay Food spoilage and decay is brought about by: Bacteria Fungi… Read More »FOOD PRESERVATION

A flower arrangement is the art of selecting and arranging flowers to come up with a pleasant effect. Some of the commonly used flowers and plant parts are roses, carnations,… Read More »FLOWER ARRANGEMENT

Furnishings can be classified into two: Hard furnishings Soft furnishings Hard furnishings Case goods These are pieces of furniture that are not padded. Upholstered furniture These are furniture that are… Read More »FURNISHING THE HOUSE

This is the art of choosing, arranging and maintaining furnishings in the home. Colour is an important aspect in furnishing. Colour Colour is an element of design which can only… Read More »FURNISHING THE HOME

Light is radiant energy that enables us to see. Sources of light Sources of light are either natural or artificial. Natural Lighting The main sources of natural light is the… Read More »LIGHTING IN THE HOME

This is the mechanism of allowing in fresh air in a room or space while getting rid of stale air. Reasons for adequate ventilation Objectives By the end of the… Read More »VENTILATION