Neckwear

What is a Grabatologist?

Know the story and some specific details of how a Master Guide scarf entered the Guinness World Record.

Be able to identify and provide some interesting facts about the following neckties and/or neck scarves:

• a.

  Cravat

• b.

  Ascot

• c.

  Bolo (bola and bootlace) tie

• d.

  Bowtie

• e.

  Western bow (string) tie

• f.

  Traditional (Langsdorf) tie

• g.

  Regular scarf (old scarf, muffler and dupatta)

• h.

  Cowl

• i.

  Snood

• j.

  Infinity scarf

• k.

  Hijab (tichel)

• l.

  Cross over (continental) tie

• m.

  Neckerchief (bandana)

Define the following traditional (Langsdorf) necktie terms:

• a.

  Shell (envelope)

• b.

  Seam

• c.

  Interlining

• d.

  Neck

• e.

  Keeper loop

• f.

  Rolled edge

• g.

  Tail

• h.

  Blade

• i.

  Tipping

• j.

  Bart tack

• k.

  Slip stitch

• l.

  Margin/hem

Know proper ways to care and store a silk necktie.

From memory, know how to tie at least four of the following knots plus one more knot of your research and choosing:

• a.

  Full Windsor (traditional necktie)

• b.

  Eldridge (traditional necktie)

• c.

  Trinity knot (traditional necktie)

• d.

  Shoelace knot (bowtie)

• e.

  Braided knot (scarf)

• f.

  Pretzel knot (scarf)

• g.

  Friendship knot (neckerchief)

• h.

  Hijab without a pin (hijab)

• i.

  Barrel knot (cravat tie)

• j.

  Double overhand knot (ascot tie)

Wear five of the knots you used in the above requirement on five different occasions and document with photographs or selfies.

Without assistance, successfully tie a necktie on someone else.

As a group, read the following passages and discuss what Biblical guidance is provided regarding our dress and adornment. How should we apply this guidance to our clothes and clothing accessories?

• a.

  1 Timothy 2:9-10

• b.

  1 Peter 3:3-4

• c.

  1 Peter 5:5