Accessible fasteners
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can fasten fabrics effectively.
Key learning points
- Toggles can be used as pocket fasteners.
- Ties can be used as pocket fasteners.
- Buttons can be used as pocket fasteners.
- Pocket fasteners are chosen for design purposes.
- Empathic design considers barriers to accessibility and tries to make products accessible to as many people as possible.
Keywords
Fasteners - temporary ways to join fabrics
Toggle - a bar shaped fastener that passes through a loop
Empathy - understanding others' feelings and experiences
Common misconception
All fasteners are accessible to everyone.
The user needs should be considered when choosing fasteners so they are accesible to the individual.
Teacher tip
Eyelets and eyelet pliers/tool could be used to create holes for tie fasteners but may require further instruction or adult support.
Equipment
Toggles, string/ribbon/laces for ties, selection of buttons, needles, thread. Plus examples of toggles, ties and buttons on existing products.
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 the main purpose of a pattern template in textiles?
Q2.A gusset allows a pocket to ...
Q3.What type of stitch is this?
Q4.What does reversing the fabric (turning it inside out) do to the stitching?
Q5.Match these fasteners to the description.
has a fluffy side and a side with tiny plastic hooks
has interlocking teeth
is usually round
Q6.Why is hook and loop often used as a fastener on school shoes?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What type of fastener is this?
Q2.Which of these is a problem with tie fasteners?
Q3.What is meant by empathic design?
Q4.Why might small buttons be difficult for someone with arthritis to use?
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