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Weaving using everyday objects as a frame
I can make a weaving using an everyday object as a loom.
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- Year 1
Weaving using everyday objects as a frame
I can make a weaving using an everyday object as a loom.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Artists can make looms from everyday objects and found objects.
- A shuttle can be used to carry the weft threads through the warp threads.
- Artists might choose to follow their design closely, or change their mind about some elements.
Keywords
Everyday object - something that we use or see regularly in our daily lives
Threads - thin pieces of string or material, often used for sewing or making things like weavings
Shuttle - a tool used to carry the weft thread through the warp threads
Common misconception
Looms cannot be made from everyday objects.
Remind children that looms can be made on a wide variety of frames, including found sticks or paper plates.
Teachers may wish to complete Task A in small groups, so that children can be supported with making thier looms. For some children, it may be better to pre-prepare some looms for them to choose from.
Teacher tip
Equipment
Wool or string for warp threads, variety of everyday objects for looms, strips of fabric in a variety of colours, lolly sticks and masking tape.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which sea creature has a rough texture?
Which sea creature has a rough texture?
sea slug
fish
Q2.Which statement about design is true?
Which statement about design is true?
Once an artist has made a design, it cannot change.
Q3.What is a loom?
What is a loom?
a tool, used to dye fabric or cloth
a tool, used to wash fabric or cloth
Q4.Warp threads are the threads that go up and on the loom.
Warp threads are the threads that go up and on the loom.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of the following is not an everyday object?
Which of the following is not an everyday object?
plate
stick
cardboard
Q2.An object is something that we use in day to day life.
An object is something that we use in day to day life.
Q3.Artists can make looms from everyday objects and objects.
Artists can make looms from everyday objects and objects.
soft
tiny
Q4.Order the steps to create a loom from cardboard.
Order the steps to create a loom from cardboard.
