Year 6

Textiles: combining different fabric shapes

Lessons (10)

    In this lesson, we will learn what different fabrics' properties are. You will also learn why we use certain fabrics for certain tasks. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.
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    In this lesson, we will learn what modern textile materials are and why they are used. You will also learn about smart textile materials and their potential use in fashion design.
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    In this lesson, we will learn how people have become mass consumers of 'fast fashion'. You will also learn about how attitudes to fashion are changing to be more environmentally friendly. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.
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    In the lesson, you will learn about the different types of stitches that are used in textiles. You will also practise these stitches on some fabric. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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    In this lesson, we will explore the way we create a range of different design ideas. You will also understand what needs to be presented when creating a range of designs.
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    In this lesson, we will explore ways you can develop your initial designs for your phone holder. You will also learn how to render your designs. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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    In this lesson, we will learn how to correctly mark out shapes on fabrics. You will also learn how to safely cut out your shapes from fabric. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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    In this lesson, we will learn how to safely and correctly stitch two pieces of fabric together. You will also learn how to check the quality of your stitches. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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    In the lesson, you will explore ways you can enhance your product by adding different types of finishes to your phone holder. You will also learn how to ensure you have a high quality, well finished product. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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    In this lesson, we will evaluate your finished phone holder, discussing what went well and what could be improved. You will also get feedback from others to seek their views on the final product. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.
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