Fabric fasteners
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can understand how different fasteners work.
Key learning points
- Hook and loop is a system that attaches two fabrics together.
- Buttons are fasteners that join two pieces of fabric together by sliding through a buttonhole.
- A zip fastener is a series of interlocking teeth that are brought together and pulled apart by a slider.
Keywords
Fastener - a device that holds things together
Hook and loop - a material that sticks when pressed together
Button - a small object that joins fabric by passing through a hole
Zip - a mechanism that joins or separates fabric
Interlock - fit together tightly
Common misconception
All fasteners perform in the same way.
There are positives and negatives with each type of fastener. The use of each depends on the product and user.
Teacher tip
It is recommended that hook and loop fasteners and plastic 'popper' style press studs be used in pupils' designs in this unit as they will be the easiest for them to fit. It may be beneficial to pay particular attention to these methods in this lesson.
Equipment
Please see additional materials document for a list of resources need for this lesson.
Content guidance
Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is thread?
Q2.Which of these products are not waterproof?
Q3.Sewing is a way to __________ fabrics.
Q4.A blanket stitch can stop the fabric from...
Q5.Which of these is a back stitch?
Q6.Match the words to the definition:
sharp object used to sew
thin string
pass a needle and thread in and out of a fabric
a material used to make clothes, blankets, curtains etc.
a loop of sewn thread
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a fastener used for?
Q2.What do we call this part of a button fastener?
Q3.Which of these is a hook and loop fastener?
Q4.Which part of a hook and loop fastener is made from stiff plastic?
Q5.Which part of a zip moves?
Q6.How do the teeth of a zip join?
To help you plan your 3 design and technology lesson on: Fabric fasteners, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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