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Unless otherwise noted, the following visual and demonstration aids and study packets are available from the Department of Fiber Science & Apparel Design (FSAD) for county Extension use. The only charge for loan materials is shipping fees; generally UPS is used. Contact the FSAD office at 607-255-3196 or email us.
Description: Slides discuss risk of human exposure; requirements of the Worker Protection Standard; and the materials, selection, use, maintenance, and replacement of protective garments. In English and Spanish.
Format: Slide set; 80 slides. Printed script. 1/2" VHS : English (24 min.) and Spanish (34 min.) Purchase video from Cornell Resource Center; purchase slides from FSAD.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell. 1990, Rev. 1994, Rev. 2001.
Description: Norman Oehlke, International Fabricare Institute, discusses care problems with dyes, sequins, leather, and pleats with an audience of drycleaning professionals. Format: 1/2" VHS; 80 mins.
Produced by: International Fabricare Institute, Silver Spring, MD 1994
Description: Examples of garment damage with explanation of why damage occurred, possible restoration, and who is responsible for the damage.
Format: 30 slides; script
Produced by: International Fabricare Institute, Silver Spring, MD, 1994
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Description: Basic guidelines on choosing fabric, patterns, and notions. Also detailed are techniques on pattern layout, cutting, marking, and construction.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 60 minutes.
Produced by: Nancy's Notions
Description: Explanation of knit structure, knitted fabric production, and knitted apparel.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS.
Produced by: Ron Myrvik Porductions, NY, NY
Description: Explains how to use Dress Shop, a computer program for making personal patterns. Titles are: How to Use Dress Shop; Daywear; Fashion Show; Flat Pattern Design; Children, Men, and Maternity; Principles of Detailing and Finishing; Finding Inspiration; Measuring Demonstration; and Fitting Overlays.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS.
Produced by: Livingsoft, Inc., Jonesville, CA. 1994. 1996. 2000.
Description: Discusses work areas for cutting, machine sewing, hand sewing, pressing, fitting, and recordkeeping for curtain/drapery workrooms and alterations/dressmaking workrooms.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS;18 minutes.
Produced by: Tape made by FSAD from slides prepared by Cooperative Extension, Purdue University
Description: Easy-to-follow instructions for making an elastic-waist skirt. Good for new sewers.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS
Produced by: American Home Sewing & Craft Association, Inc. NY, NY
Description: Viewers watch the making of blue jeans from the delivery of the denim to the final garment. An excellent introduction for fashion classes.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 19 minutes and study guide.
Produced by: Creative Educational Video, Lubbock, TX
Description: Follow the steps of clothing production from design to market.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 24 minutes, annotated script.
Produced by: The Learning Seed, Lake Zurich, IL. 1990
Description:
Tape 1 -Sewing Machine: Basic Techniques Sewing Machine: Advanced Techniques (lace insertion, fagoting, elastic seams,etc.)
Tape 2 -Pattern/Fabric Compatibility Sewing on Special Fabrics (needles, velvet, leather, denim, crepe de Chine)
Tape 3 -Fusible Interfacing. Preventive Care and Maintenance of Sewing Machines
Tape 4 -Notions for Short-Cut Sewing. Speed Tailoring
Tape 5 -Quilting as an Art Form. Machine Quilting
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS; each tape is 20 minutes.
Produced by: American Home Sewing Association
Description: Introduction to sewing, selecting patterns, and preparing to sew knit separates.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 2 hours.
Produced by: McCall Pattern Company
Description: Covers knit construction of pants and skirts, fitting pants and skirts, knit construction of tops, and preparation to sew with wovens.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 2 hours.
Produced by: McCall Pattern Company
Description: Covers sewing darts, tucks, pleats, and zippers; sewing inseam pockets, waistbands, and hems; construction of unstructured jackets; perfecting the notched collar and lapel.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 2 hours.
Produced by: McCall Pattern Company
Description: Jacket construction in sleeves, finishing techniques, yokes, collars, and plackets.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 2 hours.
Produced by: McCall Pattern Company
Description: Blouse finishing techniques, menswear, childrens wear, and sewing for the home.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 2 hours.
Produced by: McCall Pattern Company
Description: Sewing short cuts and advice on how to make the most of brief time periods.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 12 min.
Produced by: Nancy 's Notions. 1993.
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Description: Explores the different effects created in a costume by varying belts, hosiery, shoes/boots, scarves, jewelry, hats, and purses. Also shows ways to expand the wardrobe with a basic summer suit, a basic winter suit, and a dress and what to wear with a formal.
Format: 80 slides.
Produced by: Cooperative Extension, University of Missouri and Lincoln University
Description: Program teaches decision-making skills through clothing and accessory management. Designed for youth in grades 6-12, the activities are hands-on, age appropriate, and fun.
Format: Video tape of satellite training. 90 minutes. Available from TXA. Three publications: (1) Discovering Choice (Grades 6-8). (2)Managing Choice (Grades 9-12). (3) Group Activity Helper's Guide. Available from: Textiles and Apparel, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Produced: Cornell University (Videotape 2000). 4-H Cooperative Curriculum System (Publications 1999)
Description: An introduction to the ways in which clothing can be designed or adapted to meet the special clothing needs of older people and those with physical disabilities. Topics include wheelchair use, thermal comfort, limited range of motion, arthrit is, and incontinence.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 20 minutes; available from the Resource Center for purchase or rent and from TXA for county Extension loan. Packet of related publications are also available from the Resource Center. Three suitcases of sample garments available for loan from TXA.
Produced by: Cornell, TXA. 1988.
Description: A set of color swatches to help individuals identify colors that are most becoming to their hair, eyes, and skin tone.
Format: 30 collars, filmstrip, teaching guide, activity sheet.
Produced by: Color Cues
Description: Explanation of clothing costs, care and fiber content labels, and strategies for judging clothing quality and making dollar-smart purchases.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 15 min.
Produced by: Learning Seed. 1992.
Description: Textile practices and products aimed at preserving our environment. Includes "green" fibers, naturally-colored cotton, organically-grown fibers, textile recycling, and products made from recycled items.
Format: 17 slides and printed text
Produced by: D.K. Dickerson and F.R. Givens, Fresno State, CA 1995.
Description: Explains how math is used in the creation, manufacturing, and marketing of clothing. Features actor Kadeem Harrison, model Cindy Crawford, and teacher Jaime Escalante. For youth grades 5-12.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 15 min.
Produced by: Public Broadcastng Service, sponsored by the Foundation for Advancements in Science and Education. 1992.
Description: Explains how to discriminate between well made and poorly made clothing. Covers seams, finishing, buttons, zippers, hems and other construction details.
Format: 1/2" VHS, 10 minutes.
Produced by: Meridian Education Corporation, Bloomington, IL Description: Focus on planning, saving, budgeting, and jobs. Intended for youth.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 21 min.
Produced by: Aid Association for Lutherans, Appleton, WI. 1997. Return to Table of Contents
Clothing for the Physically Challenged
Description: Design or adapt clothing to meet the clothing needs of older people and those with physical disabilities. Topics include wheelchair use, thermal comfort, arthritis, and incontinence.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 20 minutes; available from the Resource Center for purchase or rent and from FSAD for county Extension loan. Packet of related publications are also available from the Resource Center. Three suitcases of sample garments available for loan from FSAD.
Produced by: TXA, Cornell. 1988.
Description: Adaptive clothing and footwear for men and women for the elderly and others with special needs. Demonstrates innovative closures, roomy designs, and washable fabrics.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS
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Personal Protective Equipment for Pesticide Handlers/Workers Description: Slides discuss risk of human exposure; and the materials, selection, use, maintenance, and replacement of protective garments. In English and Spanish
Format: Slide set; 80 slides. Printed script. 1/2" VHS : English (26 min.) and Spanish (34 min.) Purchase video from Cornell Resource Center; purchase slides from FSAD.
Produced by: TXA, Cornell 1990, Rev. 1994, Rev. 2001. Description: A training video on regulation and standards of pesticide use for mushrooms. Emphasis on safety information, label interpretation, personal protective equipment, and emergency procedures. Spanish with English subtitles.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 18:30 min.
Produced by: Pennsylvania State University. 1992. Description: To help meet requirements set by EPA for training agricultural workers and pesticide handlers under the new Worker Protection standard's regulation. English and Spanish.
Format: English: 16:55 ag. worker; 13:38 Pesticide Handler Spanish: 18:54 ag. worker; 15:37 Pesticide Handler
Produced by: University of Idaho. 1993.
Description: Discusses exposure to pesticides. Designed for people who mix, load, or apply chemicals. Format: 1/2" VHS; 14 min. Can be purchased from Cornell Resource Center.
Produced by: USDA Siquiendo El Sol/Chasing the Sun Description: Explores the hazardous of pesticide use and encourages pesticide education.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 36 min. English / Spanish
Produced by: National Migrant Resource program, 1994.
Description: Discusses first aid, calibrating, and mixing, clean up, storage and clothing.
Format: 1/2" VHS, 46 min.
Produced by: The Idea Bank
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Sports
Description: A sports background is used to present the textile science concepts of stretch, absorbency, strength, and wrinkle resistance. The tape was created from film and photographs of famous athletes. For junior-high and high-school audiences.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 30 min. Printed materials with background information and student activities. Purchase videotape from Cornell Resource Center; purchase printed materials from FSAD.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell. 1989.
Description: Explains how sports performance and sports equipment are shaped by an understanding of math. Features famous athletes and teacher Jaime Escalante. For teens.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 15 min.
Produced by: Public Broadcasting Service, sponsored by the Foundation for Advancements in Science and Education. 1992.
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Description: Clothing-related ideas for community service projects include a child's smock, cloth books, wheelchair bags, lap robes and aprons. Most items require intermediate level sewing skills.
Format: A kit with sample items and instructions.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell. Description: Youth make research-based, age-appropriate recreational items for persons who have Alzheimer's Disease. The 16 projects include sewn fabric items such as sensory vests and fleecy muffs; wooden items such as picture dominoes; and craft items such as message/communication magnets and stressballs.
Format: The 88-page manual can be purchased from the Cornell Resource Center. A kit with sample items, videotape, and printed materials is available from the FSAD Lending Library.
Produced by: TXA, Cornell. 2000. Return to Table of Contents
Description: Gives color terminology and explains how colors are used effectively in art, interiors, and clothing.
Format: 1/2 " VHS; 25 min.
Produced by: Learning Seed. 1993.
Description: Explains coloring process.
Format: 1/2 " VHS ; 9 min.
Produced by: Burlington Industries Description: Illustrations of how oriental carpets are made. Hints for evaluation quality.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS, 13 minutes.
Produced by: Oriental Rug Retailers of America, Inc., Medford, OR. 1988
Description: Explains the behavior of persons with Alzheimer's in a language that can be understood by children. Good resource to use with Simple Gifts.
Format: 1/2" VHS.
Produced by: Fanlight Productions, Boston, MA
Description: Discusses hue, value, intensity, and the color wheel. Shows how colors are used as symbols, to set moods, suggest emperature and create an illusion.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 10 min.
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Description: Illustrates the important changes that took place in the dress, activities, and roles of American women from 1776 to 1976.
Format: 80 slides, cassette, script, teaching ideas, reading reference; running time about 25 minutes.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell
Description: Documents the change from the garments of the 18th century, which were made for the individual, to today's mass-produced clothing intended to fit everyone off the rack. Covers both men's and women's clothing from 1765 to 1974.
Format: 80 slides, script.
Produced by: Division of Costume and Furnishings, National Museum of History and Technology, Smithsonian Institution.
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Description: Describes how rayon is made and the use of carbonized rayon in the US Space Program.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 25 min.
Produced by: Thiokol Corporation. 1990. Description: Tour of architectural structures made from fabrics. Focuses on products from one company but demonstrates unusual textile application.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 25 min.
Produced by: BirdAir, Inc., Amherst, NY. 1991. Return to Table of Contents
Description: Textile science concepts of stretch, absorbency, strength, and wrinkle resistance. Created from film and photographs of famous athletes for junior-high and high-school audiences.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 30 min. Notebook. Purchase videotape from Cornell Resource Center; purchase printed material from FSAD.
Produced by: TXA, Cornell. 1989.
Description: Advice on how volunteers (in this case, a chemist) can successfully share their professions with school children.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 12:30
Produced by: American Chemical Society. 1992.
Description: Illustrates how fiber technology has contributed to the dramatic story of aviation. The action moves from materials used in kites, early airplanes, and blimps to the modern composite materials important in aircraft and spacecraft construction. Discusses aviation-related careers in fiber science and industrial textiles. Handbook explores flight material, and clothing throughhands-on activites. For youth grades K-12.
Format: Handbook and 1/2" VHS; 30 min. Can also be purchased from Cornell Resource Center.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell. Videotape,1991. Handbook 1997.
Description: Explains how math is used in the creation, manufacturing, and marketing of clothing. Features actor Kadeem Harrison, model Cindy Crawford, and teacher Jaime Escalante. For youth grades 5-12.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 15 min.
Produced by: Public Broadcasting Service, sponsored by the Foundation for Advancements in Science and Education. 1992.
Description: Explains how sports performance and sports equipment are shaped by an understanding of math. Features famous athletes and teacher Jaime Escalante.For youth grades 5-12.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 15 min.
Produced by: Public Broadcasting Service, sponsored by the Foundation for Advancements in Science and Education. 1992.
Description: 10 experiental activities that relate scientific principles to everyday encounters with textile fibers and animals.
Format: Notebook. Available from Cornell Resource Center.
Produced by: Animal Science and FSAD, Cornell. 1999. Description: 10 experiential activities that relate scientific principles to everyday experiences with food and clothing. For youth grades 3-5.
Format: Notebook. Available from Cornell Resource Center.
Produced by: FSAD & DNS. 1995. Description: Explanation of the materials and functions of the many layers found in space suits.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 15 min. For youth grades 6-12.
Produced by: CORE, NASA.
Description: Exciting chemical demonstrations presented before a young audience by Professor Bassam Z. Shakhashiri. Lots of steam, smoke, and color! For youth grades K-8 and youth educators.
Format: 1/2" VHS
Produced by: University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI. 1992.
Description: Describes how rayon is made and the use of carbonized rayon in the US Space Program.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 25 min.
Produced by: Thiokol Corporation. 1990.
Description: Demonstrates ways to engage children in hands on science using everyday materials.
Format: 1/2" VHS, 60 min. and 32-page guide.
Produced by: The Science Club. 1996.
Description: Hands-on science for youth in informal settings. Features Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and collaborators.
Format: 1/2" VHS, 14 min.
Produced by: Cornell Cooperative Extension. 1995.
Description: Video sequence about life in space. The three segments are: Weightlessness, Getting There, and Living There. Good companion for The Fabric/Flight Connection. For youth grades 3-8.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 90 min.
Produced by: NASA Description: Video sequence about life in space. The two segments are: Working There and Is Anybody Out There. Good companion resources for the Cornell-produced Fabric/Flight Connection. For youth grades 3-8.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 60 min.
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Description: Textile science concepts of stretch, absorbency, strength, and wrinkle resistance. Created from film and photographs of famous athletes for junior-high and high-school audiences.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 30 min. Notebook. Purchase videotape from Cornell Resource Center; purchase printed materials from FSAD.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell. 1989.
Description: Illustrates how fiber technology has contributed to the dramatic story of aviation. The action moves from materials used in kites, early airplanes, and blimps to the modern composite materials important in aircraft and spacecraft construction. Discusses aviation-related careers in fiber science and industrial textiles. Handbook explores flight materials, and clothing through hands-on activities. For youth grades K-12.
Format: Handbook and 1/2" VHS; 30 min. Can also be purchased from Cornell Resource Center.
Produced by: FSAD, Cornell. Videotape, 1991. Handbook 1997.
Description: A brief history of Malden Mills and the story of Polartec.
Format: Videotape: 1/2" VHS.
Produced by: Malden Mills, Lawrence, MA
Description: Describes how rayon is made and the use of carbonized rayon in the US Space Program.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 25 min.
Produced by: Thiokol Corporation. 1990.
Description: Viewers tour the International Center for Textile Research and Development. They see processing, spinning, worsted processing, fabric formation, and chemical processing. Discusses use of naturally colored cotton.
Format: 1/2" VHS; 18 min.
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