a shape or pattern used to help cut something to the right size

Plan and make fabric templates

Design and technology

This unit develops pupils' knowledge of the characteristics of non-woven fabrics and their joining techniques. Pupils analyse the techniques used to make fabric products and then apply this knowledge by designing and making a fabric puppet.

Templates in textiles: hand puppets

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

a shape or pattern used to help cut something the right size

Match these keywords to the right definition.

What can we use to hold the felt and template together to help us to cut it?

Which is the best fabric for making a hand puppet?

a quick drawing based on what you can see

What do designers do to share their design ideas?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Content guidance

Supervision

Worksheet