- Year 4
Select and make a fabric pattern
I can create a prototype from fabric using pattern pieces.
- Year 4
Select and make a fabric pattern
I can create a prototype from fabric using pattern pieces.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Prototypes can be created from cheaper fabric pattern pieces.
- Prototypes can be tested for size with client.
- Prototypes can be adjusted after fitting.
Keywords
Prototype - a model version of a design
Pattern pieces - a paper shape that shows you how to cut fabric
Adjust - make changes
Common misconception
Prototypes are finished pieces that can't be adjusted.
Prototypes can be taken apart and adjusted.
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To help you plan your year 4 design and technology lesson on: Select and make a fabric pattern, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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Equipment
Recycled fabric, fabric scraps or kitchen cloths, tape measure, scissors, fabric clips/pins.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is correct size for a typical seam allowance?
Q2.Which of these would not be used to secure fabrics into place before sewing?
Q3.Which word describes the way threads are passed over and under each other to make fabric.
Q4.Which correctly describes the structure of these hats?
Q5.Which hat prototype is made from these pattern pieces?
Q6.Which word means 'to put things together in the correct place'?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which shows the most effective pattern placement?
Q2.Match the joining method to one of its drawbacks (negative points).
sharp
not easy to remove from paper
can only be used on an edge
Q3.Wat do we call this simple stitch that runs in and out of fabric?
