HOMEMAKING EDUCATION I
 CLOTHING AND TEXTILES

 OVERVIEW
 A pleasing appearance will enable pupils to make more
satisfactory individual adjustment thus aiding in developing a
feeling of security. It must be recognized that guidance and
counselling are necessary in helping the pupil to make this
adjustment.
 Changes in styles and grooming practices of this age group
must be recognized in order to guide them in approaching their
goals in personal appearance without adopting standards of
adults. The teacher who fails to understand and accept the
current fashion of "teenagers" may be placing a barrier be-
tween pupils and herself.
 The high school pupil will need guidance in developing good
clothing practices even though she may have definite ideas as
to what well dressed "teenagers" should wear. It should be
recognized that the attractiveness of the teacher and of the
department will aid in acceptance of good clothing and art
principles.
 It is necessary that pupils become aware of changes taking
place in the field of textiles and clothing. Pupils should be
helped to realize that kinds of materials and special finishes
are changing. Some knowledge of old and new textile fibers,
fabrics, and finishes is necessary for intelligent buying. Because
construction methods need to be adapted to new fabrics and
changing styles, new standards may be needed for evaluating
construction skills.
 It is apparent that greater emphasis will need to be placed
on development of skills, not only in clothing construction, but
also in changes and uses of equipment; and also in the selection,
purchase, care and storage of clothing. With the purchase of
new garments and fabrics, more attention will need to be given
to improved uses of the clothing dollar. In many cases girls will