decorating the body to express who we are

an art technique where different materials are glued onto a surface to make a new artwork

an idea or belief about a group of people or an individual, that might not be true, which can lead to unfair judgments

Body adornment

Art and design

This is craft

The landscapes of weaving

The humble pot

The subversive power of quilting

The curious art of puppetry

This unit explores the world of craft, learning practices and significance, and engaging in handmaking their own projects. Pupils will use specialist materials and tools, research notable craftspeople, and enhance their practical skills and appreciation for craftsmanship.

An overview of craft

Which of the following is an example of an ancient body adornment? 

Why might someone choose a specific body adornment today?

Match each type of body adornment with the category it represents.

Complete the sentence: Hairstyles can be a form of body adornment because they represent a person’s {{}} 

Which body adornments would indicate wealth and power today?

Is this a permanent or temporary body adornment?

Which of the following are considered crafts?

Which of the following objects show handmade crafts that are not mass-produced?

things used to create items, objects, or structures.

 feelings or states of mind, like happiness or sadness.

concepts or thoughts that are not physical items.

designs or arrangements that describe how something looks.

Complete this sentence. Materials are ...

They pick materials randomly, without thinking about their importance.

They choose materials that show their culture, function, or personal style.

They only use cheap materials that are easy to find and buy.

 They use only new materials that are popular right now.

Craftspeople use materials to add purpose and meaning to their objects and artifacts. Which statement best explains this?

weaving to make fabric for clothing which has no cultural meaning.

weaving to tell stories and represent cultural traditions.

modern weaving techniques with no historical importance.

Complete the sentence, craftspeople use ...

Starter Quiz

Which of the following are considered crafts?