Now this is one of my most successful projects that I do with Year 9 DT. In 9 weeks students learn how to make a totebag from stratch using the pattern and instructions. This has increased my uptake for textiles at GCSE and I tend to have a lot of students wanting to come and work on their totebag outside of lesson because of this project. All you need to do is print the pattern on to A3 paper and it is ready to use. Print as many as you need for each student. Then print out the instructions (step by step) and they are all able to follow it to create their tote bag. I use calico fabric for the tote bag as its the cheapest and most similar to a canvas bag. Choose which ever fabric you wish to use. I also get them to embroider onto the tote bag a design on a protest movement/value that they believe in (but you can choose what you want them to embroider) Any questions on this, feel free to comment and I can help but it quite self explanatory :)

A lesson teaching students about standard components - hooks, poppers, velcro and buttons. This lesson covers what each component does and then goes on to show students how to create a button hole on the sewing machine. It includes a step by step with photos and captions on how to do this. There is also a comprehensive resource included for the do now, how garments use these components and a place to attach the button sample they create.

I have attached my whole lesson for the technique of Block printing. This technique can be done with both KS3 and KS4 students I have attached the powerpoint that I use which has a Do Now activity, lesson objectives, examples of block printing outcomes. It then has a slide that has all of the equipment you will need listed and health and safety considerations. This powerpoint also has reflection questions and plenary questions at the end. I have also included a worksheet that students can complete after they have finished experimenting with this techique. On this worksheet there is a a box asking them to write down the equipment they used, the method of the technique and then to reflect on their learning. They also have to think and write down what the advantages and disadvantages of this techinique is.

I use this worksheet as a DO NOW to help students learn about zips! I have attached the powerpoint which goes over the answers.

A really fun worksheet for students to use whilst experimenting with Charcoal. The resource includes the template with numerous drawing techniques using charcoal, an example of how this should look and then some images of interesting pine cones which have been drawn using charcoal. This can be stretched into a whole art lesson.

An activity I use to teach students about Joe Casely Hayford - a british fashion designer. This activity enables students to make a mind map about Joe as they watch a video about him. His work is covered in Edexcel Design and Technology GCSE qualification Students are required to: Watch a video about him Write as many key facts about him as they can There is also an extension activity where students read through a fact file and add information from there about him. After the activity there is a slide with questions which enables students to discuss what they have learned about him!

I have attached my whole lesson for the technique of Batik. This technique can be done with both KS3 and KS4 students. I have attached the whole powerpoint that I use which has a Do Now activity, lesson objectives, a slide that has all of the equipment you will need listed and health and safety considerations. It also has 3 interesting videos on the application of Batik - you can choose which video is most exciting for your pupils.This powerpoint also has plenary questions at the end. I have also included a worksheet that students can complete after they have finished experimenting with the Batik techique. On this worksheet there is a a box asking them to write down the equipment they used, H&S considerations, the method of the technique and then to reflect on their learning. They also have to consider the advantages and disadvantages of using the techniques.

Printable worksheet that allows students to design their own aprons. I print these sheet in A3 to allow students the space to draw interesting design ideas. All you need is some pencils and colourings for this activity!

This is Part 2 which includes the following: Individual lesson plans - Lesson 5,6,7,8 and 9 Worksheets for each lesson Part 1 available here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12753775 These are editable documents on both word and powerpoint. This was a labour of love! It really helped students achieve an excellent final product.

This is a SOW that I have made for KS3 which teaches students how the following skills - hand sewing, machine sewing and applique. I have had to upload this in two parts TES does not allow me to upload altogether therefore I will be splitting the price between each part. In Part 1 I have included: Scheme of work Individual lesson plans - Lesson 1,2,3,4 out 9 Worksheets for each lesson All Homework End of Unit Test Knowledge Organiser These are editable documents on both word and powerpoint. This was a labour of love! It really helped students achieve an excellent final product. This is the link to part 2 - https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/aztec-planner-organiser-ks3-sow-ppt-and-lps-part-2-12753783 Why not buy the bundle which is discounted by £2 - limited time only https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/aztec-planner-organiser-ks3-sow-all-lessons-and-homework-bundle-12757975

A worksheet that allows students to create 5 minute and 10 minute sketches of images from nature. This worksheet is fully adaptable so images can be changed to suit the needs of the project.

I have attached my whole lesson for the technique of Hand Embroidery. This technique can be done with both KS3 and KS4 students. I have attached the powerpoint that I use which has a Do Now activity, lesson objectives, videos of how to create 6 different stitches and instructions on how to translate a design onto fabric using hand embroidery. It then has a slide that has all of the equipment you will need listed. This powerpoint also has plenary questions at the end. I have also included a worksheet that students can complete after they have finished experimenting with hand embroidery. On this worksheet there is a a box asking them to write down the equipment they used, the method of the technique and then to attach their sample of stitching. It also has the Do Now worksheet and the answers for the do now are on the main powerpoint.

In this bundle for the sewing machine I have attached the following documents that help teach students how to use the sewing machine Lesson Plan - this has two different do now activities, links to how to set up the sewing machine, a step by step of how to thread the top of the sewing machine and how to thread the bottom of the machine. It also includes the equipment needed, an exension task and a presentation sheet for the stitched sample that is created by the students. Do now 1 - Sewing Machine Parts Worksheet Do now 3 - Sewing Machine Matching Activity Sewing Machine Step By Step - how to thread the top of the sewing machine and how to thread the bottom of the machine Extension activity - students use this to test their accuracy and stitch straight onto the paper following the lines Sewing Machine Sample Presentation Sheet that includes a peer assessing activity. Student samples are to be stapled onto this. I have attached all originals - powerpoints and word docs so that you can edit this yourself.

Worksheet I give my students after they finish the year in Textiles. I have uploaded the word doc version so you can change this and adapt to your own subject.

Worksheet exploring 4 different decorative techniques. Students must write down some advantages and disadvantages of using them.

Here is a worksheet that I use when I want to investigate what the children already know about textiles. I use it in their first lesson and they are able to write down any prior knowledge they have on textiles. Its a great talking point about any projects they might have done before.

I have attached a final evaluation template that could be adapted to use in various subjects. I have also attached a helpsheet that can be given to the students to help them write their answers. Both documents are word docs so can be adapted and changed to suit your needs.

I have uploaded the full lesson for you that has a starter activity and plenary activity. Starter/Do Now Activity Lesson Powerpoint Step by Step worksheets (pages 1-6) All equipment needed for this The step by step I have created is really great in helping students work independently in the class. What I normally do when I teach the students is first demonstrate to the class how to make a lap joint. I don’t explain to them how to do it but instead ask each student to read out the step to me. Once they read it out I then show them what to do - This works a treat! I have also uploaded the ppt versions so you can edit this yourself.