Burns are caused by dry heat such as hot charcoal, metal and open flames while scalds are caused by moist heat such as stream and hot liquids. Prevention of burns and scalds Matches, boiling stoves, hot liquids, burning candles should be kept away from children. Store flammable liquids away from children. Lids covering hot…
A cut is a slit or break on the skin caused by sharp objects such as razor blades, broken glass and knives while bruises are caused by blunt blows. Prevention Store sharp objects safely. Use and care for knives appropriately. Dispose off empty tins, broken bottles and other sharp objects e.g. by burying. Keep doors…
The common accidents in the home are: Cuts and bruises Burns and scalds Fractures and sprains Suffocation Choking Shock Foreign bodies in the eyes and nose Fainting Nose bleeding Drowning Insect stings and bites Snake bites Poisoning Also See Home economics STORAGE EQUIPMENT TRANSFERRING PATTERN MARKINGS basic sewing tools and equipment 51 Ways of…
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 prepared substances which are applied on the body by both men and women to enhance appearance. They include: Lips stick Mascara Rouge Body lotion…
They lead to diverse career opportunities such as: Interior Designer Chef Air Hostess Dietician Community Health Worker Fashion Designer Entrepreneur Researcher Textile Engineer Teacher For more job career opportunities, visit Jooble.org Chef This is the chief cook of a large kitchen staff. He/she is…
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 an individual, family and community. Maternal child care Home care Textiles Clothing Health education Consumer education MATERNAL CHILD CARE It deals with child development from conception to childhood with special attention to the…
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 manually at the speed of the person operating. It is portable and easy to carry. Balance wheel is rotated by hand. One hand rotates the…
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 types of stitches Joining stitches These are stitches which are used to hold two or more layers of fabric together permanently. They include: Machine…
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 of construction Use right temperature for every fabric Wipe before use Do not drop Occasionally clean thoroughly Oil hinges of charcoal iron to prevent…
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 smooth finish Should be lockable Should have a rod or nail for hanging Used for hanging complete and incomplete garments Clean regularly and place…
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 needle work box Tracing Wheel The edge should be well serrated. The wheel should be firmly fixed. Use carbon colour closest to that of…
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 correctly Used for ordinary sewing Should be kept in a pin cushion Betweens Needle Assorted sizes; the higher the number the finer the needle….
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 services. These challenges make up the problems that face a consumer. These are: Scarcity of resources Inflation Lack of Information Lack of awareness of 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. Facings have a decorative effect when a contrasting colour of fabric is used on the right side. They are used on the following sections…
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 Set- in sleeves Facing and Interfacing Construction of a shirt Collars Collars are features that are fitted at the neckline to add style…
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 Enzymes Oxidation Bacteria These are single celled micro-organisms that multiply rapidly under warm and moist conditions. Fungi These include the yeasts and moulds. They…
FLOWER ARRANGEMENT 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, gladioli, chrysanthemums, statice, arum lilies, madonna lilies, delphiniums, watsomia, leaves, Twigs, Seeds- both dry and fresh, synthetic flowers. Create suitable flower arrangements…
FURNISHING THE HOUSE (HARD & SOFT) 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 partially or wholly padded and covered with materials such as fabric, leather and poly vinyl chloride (PVC). …
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 be seen in the presence of light Characteristics of colour There are three main characteristics of colour. These are: Hue Value Intensity Hue Hue…
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 sun. Other sources include the moon and the stars. Natural light gets into a room through openings such as doors, windows and skylights. Artificial lighting…