Textiles

Introduction to hand and machine sewing. Design and make projects. Natural and synthetic fibres. 

Programme of study Y7
Theory: Health and safety in the classroom & understanding natural fibres: cotton, linen, wool, silk.

Practical: Embroidered Tote bags  / Cushions. 

Programme of study Y8
Theory: understanding Synthetic fibres: acetate, viscose, nylon, polyester.

Practical: Learning the art of wax painting and machine sewing. - batik painting on aprons 

Programme of study Y9
Design work: Pupils are introduced to fashion collections and understanding how to design their own cohesive collection. 

Practical: make a tote/ draw string bag using sewing machines.

Assessment

Year 7 & 8: One practical assessment at the end of term. 

Year 9: Design work assessed in week 4.  Practical assessed at the end of term. 

Level 2 Design & Craft - Fashion Wear (Vocational Option)

Award: Level 2 Certificate

Awarding Body: City & Guilds 

Specification Code: 7716-32

Specification Website:  https://1stdirectory.co.uk/_assets/files_comp/5f934412-aa8a-4d5e-9771-d3e232c23994.pdf

The course is designed for pupils who enjoy Fashion.

Learners will be exposed to a variety of craft and design techniques followed by the making of fashion wear. The course will be divided into 2 units of work.

During the course students will be required to:

• Measure and record body sizes accurately

• Recognise the characteristics of a range of fibres – natural and man-made and the basic fabrics made from them

• Prepare fabrics for cutting and stitching and make an accurate lay

• Handle fabrics correctly during cutting, stitching and pressing

• Select pattern styles to compliment a variety of figure shapes

• Adjust patterns as necessary

• Finish garments correctly

• Understand the care requirements for the garments made

• Sample the techniques
  
  

Course Structure

Unit 1

This unit provides a practical introduction to the skills and knowledge needed to begin the design process for craft in general. It aims to assess the ability to use a range of materials and mediums, based on a personal approach, in order to understand the visual implications of the design process.

There are four outcomes for this unit.

The candidate will be able to:

1. Use primary colours to produce secondary colours, add black and white to produce tints, tones and shades.

2. Explore the qualities of line and mark-making.

3. Demonstrate the relationship between shape and form.

4. Create a range of surface textures using simple techniques.

 Unit 2

This unit provides the practical skills and knowledge needed to make Fashion Wear items. It aims to develop practical skills, using a range of materials to record this subject matter. The unit utilises the principles of Unit 1 throughout the outcomes - planning, preparing, making and completing the items.

There are five outcomes for this unit.

The candidate will be able to:

1. Apply basic design ideas to planning and making for a fashion item.

2. Plan, prepare and manage the making of fashion items to a design brief

3. Operate tools and equipment applicable to this craft carefully, safely and effectively

4. Make well-constructed fashion items to a design brief.

5. Appreciate the contextual influences relating to fashion wear.

Assessments

The outcomes for unit one will be assessed using evidence from practical activities, which will take the form of:

• Practical exercises, paper based or using a range of materials, designed to assess the skills of the candidate in producing the components of basic design work

• A workbook that will demonstrate underpinning knowledge in support of the practical exercises, which may include samples, sketches, notes, ideas etc.

The outcomes for unit two will be assessed using three projects which are to be undertaken and a folder of work which is to be produced.

Grades: Pass/Fail