Joining processes for textiles

Design and technology

In this unit pupils will develop technical principles knowledge with an explicit focus on exam technique.

A ready-made part used across different products to make manufacturing easier is called a {{}}.

Which statement best defines a mechanical fixing?

adhesive works equally well on all materials

Which statement is correct about joining methods and materials?

interlocking teeth operated by a slider to open and close fabric

two metal parts that snap together, used in baby clothing

bent shapes made from a thin wire; used for a concealed fastening

sewn onto fabric and secured through a hole or loop

two fabric strips that grip when pressed together

Match the component to its correct description:

place the two fabric pieces right sides together

pin the fabric pieces along the seam line

stitch along the marked line using a straight stitch

Put the steps for making a plain seam in the correct order.

physical properties/characteristics relate to how a material looks and feels

working/mechanical properties describe material behaviour when exposed to forces

hardness is a physical property/characteristic

elasticity is a working/mechanical property

Which of the following statements is **incorrect**?

it can maintain its shape under normal conditions without breaking

it can resist environmental changes like temperature and moisture

the cost-effectiveness of building a structure

What does 'structural integrity' refer to in materials and structures?

they are always made from recycled materials

they're easier to transport, store, and use in different manufacturing processes

they don't require specialised tools to work with

What is one main benefit of using standard stock forms in manufacturing?

Shaping materials again without changing its basic chemical structure is called {{}}.

Which property would be MOST important when choosing a material for a flexible, stretchable item like a bungee cord?