THE FOLLOWING IS A U OF I EXTENSION RELEASE
DANVILLE, Ill. – Calling all creative kids! The University of Illinois Extension and 4-H in Vermilion County office are hosting a new 4-H Sewing SPIN Club, offering a fun and educational opportunity to learn sewing basics and create handmade projects.
The club will meet at the Vermilion County Extension Office (3164 North Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61832) with kids ages 10-13 meeting from 10 a.m. until noon and kids 14-18 meeting from 1 – 3 p.m. on the following dates:
- February 8 – Getting to Know Your Machine
- February 22 – Sew Your Own Pillowcase
- March 8 – Intro to Quilting
The cost is $10 per session, and space is limited. Registration is complete once payment is received. A waitlist will be formed if sessions fill up. You can register by visiting go.illinois.edu/SewingClub.
In this hands-on program, participants will learn from experienced sewing instructors while utilizing all materials provided, including a complimentary sewing kit to jumpstart their journey. They will gain valuable experience using sewing machines set up for their convenience and receive a free 4-H clothing project guide to further their learning.
Membership in 4-H is required to participate in the Sewing SPIN Club. If your child is not enrolled in 4-H, contact Megan Stites at mstites2@illinois.edu or 217-442-8615 or to assist with 4-H enrollment or answer questions about scholarship opportunities.
The 4-H Sewing SPIN Club is made possible thanks to a generous donation from the Carlton family of Danville. The family, inspired by the memory of their mother, Betty Carlton, an accomplished seamstress, wishes to share their love of sewing with the next generation. This program honors Betty Carlton’s legacy by providing youth with the opportunity to learn valuable sewing skills and unleash their creativity. The University of Illinois Extension extends its sincere gratitude to the Carlton family for their thoughtful and impactful contribution to the community.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to cultivate creativity, practical skills, and a sense of accomplishment! Enroll your child in the 4-H Sewing SPIN Club today and spark their lifelong love of sewing.
To learn more about 4-H in Vermilion County, contact Megan Stites at mstites2@illinois.edu or call our office at 217-442-8615.
About Illinois 4-H: Illinois 4-H is the flagship youth development program of the University of Illinois Extension and is administered through the College of Agriculture, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences. 4-H grows true leaders, youth empowered for life today and prepared for a career tomorrow. The hands-on approach in 4-H gives young people guidance, tools, and encouragement, putting them in the driver’s seat to make great things happen. Independent research confirms the unparalleled impact of the 4-H experience, demonstrating that young people are four times more likely to contribute to their communities, two times more likely to make healthier choices, two times more likely to be civically active, and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs.
About Extension: University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state’s land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.
