IACTE/IFACSTA Professional Development Opportunity
IFACSTA Professional Development for November
The November professional development opportunity is a fun one! Dr. Jennifer Banning from Illinois State University will be our presenter and will be sharing "Fashions from Feed Sacks". I'll let her tell about it in her own words:
"In the 21st Century, earth-friendly concepts such as recycling and sustainability have become trends and buzz words to new generations of Americans as industry and families alike look for ways to reduce, recycle and reuse resources to save money while protecting the environment. Lessons can be learned from past generations who practiced these same principles. Feed sacks were a valuable resource for rural American families, particularly in the early to mid-20th century. Beginning their lives as packaging for products such as animal feed, flour, sugar, cornmeal, rice, or salt, the textile bags were recycled for various household uses, from dish towels to quilts to garments. Examples of feed sacks will be shown in this presentation, along with a selection of garments made from sacks between the years 1949 and 1968."
If you have ever challenged your students to re-make a garment, recycle some fabric, or use an unusual material for a project (Capri Sun purses, anyone?) -- or if you admire those who do -- come and join us for this interesting session! Not only can you incorporate some environmental science in your class, but also some history!
The link to register will be available soon. Meanwhile, here are the details:
When: Thursday, November 16
Time: 4-5 pm
Where: Zoom session
"In the 21st Century, earth-friendly concepts such as recycling and sustainability have become trends and buzz words to new generations of Americans as industry and families alike look for ways to reduce, recycle and reuse resources to save money while protecting the environment. Lessons can be learned from past generations who practiced these same principles. Feed sacks were a valuable resource for rural American families, particularly in the early to mid-20th century. Beginning their lives as packaging for products such as animal feed, flour, sugar, cornmeal, rice, or salt, the textile bags were recycled for various household uses, from dish towels to quilts to garments. Examples of feed sacks will be shown in this presentation, along with a selection of garments made from sacks between the years 1949 and 1968."
If you have ever challenged your students to re-make a garment, recycle some fabric, or use an unusual material for a project (Capri Sun purses, anyone?) -- or if you admire those who do -- come and join us for this interesting session! Not only can you incorporate some environmental science in your class, but also some history!
The link to register will be available soon. Meanwhile, here are the details:
When: Thursday, November 16
Time: 4-5 pm
Where: Zoom session