Exploring appliqué
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a decorative appliqué initial
Key learning points
- Appliqué has been used throughout the centuries, using various techniques for both functional and artistic purposes.
- You can create varied designs with appliqué using different methods of stitch and also by bonding fabric.
- A template is often used to help replicate shapes at the correct size.
- Felt is a popular material for appliqué because it’s thick and easy to work with.
Keywords
Felt - a soft, thick fabric often used as a base for appliqué.
Template - A shape you cut out and use to trace or repeat on fabric.
Appliqué - attaching fabric shapes onto a background to make a design.
Common misconception
Appliqué is just a form of decorating fabric and has no connection to colour or culture.
Appliqué goes beyond just decorating fabric, it's a powerful form of art that can reflect cultural heritage.
Teacher tip
When cutting the template, make sure it is photcopied, or use tracing paper, as pupils might need to cut various shapes out more than once.
Equipment
Paper, pencil, scissors, ruler, coloured pencils, felt, glue or thread and needle, pins, tracing paper or access to a printer.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is appliqué?
Q2.Appliqué is made by attaching pieces of onto fabric.
Q3.What is a template used for in appliqué?
Q4.What is an embroidery hoop used for?
Q5.How can you best secure appliqué pieces before sewing?
Q6.You can often find appliqué on a variety of items like clothes, wall hangings, and cushions.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these materials are you most likely to use for appliqué?
Q2.Felt is great for appliqué because it doesn’t .
Q3.Can you stitch the edges in different ways when doing appliqué?
Q4.You can secure fabric in appliqué before stitching with .
Q5.In appliqué, you cut fabric using a pair of .
Q6.Can you decorate your appliqué with other materials?
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