CREATIVE UTILIZATION OF CLOTHING SCRAP FOR INCOME GENERATION AMONG STUDENTS OF HOME ECONOMICS IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN PLATEAU STATE
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Clothing Scrap, Income Generation, Home Economics, Students, Creativity, Plateau StateAbstract
This study investigates the creative use of clothing scraps for income generation among Home Economics students in tertiary institutions in Plateau State. The need for this study comes from the high rate of unemployment among graduates. Many students lack practical skills for self-employment. This study used a descriptive survey research design. A sample of 600 students was selected from four institutions in Plateau State using stratified random sampling. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire, observation, and focus group discussions. The data was analyzed using mean scores and regression analysis. Findings showed that students have creative ideas for using clothing scraps. They can make items like bags, pillows, and accessories. However, challenges such as lack of materials, poor training, and limited market access hinder their progress. The study concludes that using clothing scraps can greatly help students earn money. It recommends more practical training in schools, workshops on entrepreneurship, and better access to markets for their products.
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