4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to learn beginning sewing skills while constructing a pillow cover at the virtual “Pillow Party” sewing workshop held via Zoom on Saturday, Feb. 19, 9 a.m. until about noon. No registration fee. Must register by Friday Feb. 11, NOON by calling 402-441-7180 or emailing Kristin at kristin.geisert@unl.edu. You will need a sewing machine, basic sewing equipment (scissors, pins, measuring tape), etc. along with 3/4 yard each of 2 coordinating/contrasting woven fabrics, pre-washed, 100% cotton (NO PLAIDS, NO KNITS, NO FLANNELS) and matching thread.
Kit bags including the pillow forms and sewing instructions will be available for pick up from the Extension office lobby prior to the workshop for those who registered. Parents/adults will need to help guide their sewers from home during the entire workshop. Sewing experts will provide specific instructions, tips and answer questions via Zoom throughout the morning.