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GCSE Textiles Rescue Video - Reverse applique, GCSE Textiles Rescue – Reverse AppliquéAges 14-16First published 2014 This five-and-a-half minute video shows the technique of machine stitched reverse appliqué, explaining what this is and where it is used in decorating products. It includes step-by step instructions on how to use this technique using a sewing machine. A number of other instructional videos and presentations have been developed and are available showing a range of practical skills students can develop to improve their GCSE students’ grades. The GCSE Textiles Technology programme has been run...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Video - Open Seam, GCSE Textiles Rescue – Open SeamAges 14-16First published 2014 This five minute video shows the technique of making an open seam, a key technique for constructing a product. It includes examples of open seams, explaining where they are used and step-by step instructions on how to make seams using a sewing machine overlocker. A number of other instructional videos and presentations have been developed and are available showing a range of practical skills students can develop to improve their GCSE students’ grades. The GCSE Textiles Technology...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Video - Machine-stitched Hem, GCSE Textiles Rescue – Machine-stitched HemAges 14-16First published 2014 This six minute video shows the technique of making a machine-stitched hem, explaining what this is and where it is used including step-by step instructions on how to make hems using a sewing machine, with and without an overlocker. A number of other instructional videos and presentations have been developed and are available showing a range of practical skills students can develop to improve their GCSE students’ grades. The GCSE Textiles Technology programme has been run...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Video - Closed Seam, GCSE Textiles Rescue – Closed SeamAges 14-16First published 2014 This three minute video shows the technique of making a closed seam. It includes examples of closed seams, explaining where they are used and step-by step instructions on how to make seams using an overlocker or zig-zag stitching. A number of other instructional videos and presentations have been developed and are available showing a range of practical skills students can develop to improve their GCSE students’ grades. The GCSE Textiles Technology programme has been run by the...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Video – Centred Zip, GCSE Textiles Rescue – Centred ZipAges 14-16First published 2014 This fourteen minute video shows the technique for inserting a centred zip. Inserting a zip is a complex technique that helps students to achieve higher grades. The video looks at where zips can be used, at invisible and open-ended zips and includes step-by-step instructions. A number of other instructional videos and presentations have been developed and are available showing a range of practical skills students can develop to improve their GCSE students’ grades. The GCSE Textiles...
GCSE Textiles Rescue Video - Blind Hem, GCSE Textiles Rescue – Blind HemAges 14-16First published 2014 This five-and-a-half minute video shows the technique of making a blind hem, explaining what this is and where it is used including step-by step instructions on how to make hems using a special presser foot on a sewing machine. This technique helps students produce a quality product and achieve higher grades. A number of other instructional videos and presentations have been developed and are available showing a range of practical skills students can develop to improve their...
Member only Tasks and Activities, Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. CAD - learn how to use a canvas in 3D CAD programs (PTC Onshape used as an example) to design an ergonomic controller. CAM - this will cover how to use a 3D printer to output the design of your controller, featuring examples from Scalextric. Digital sketching - using an...
Member only Tasks and Activities, Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class-making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. CAD Screw threads - this FT will go into how to make a screw thread in CAD and 3D print them. Investigative Evaluative Activities - Coming Soon IEAs are where students learn from a range of existing products and find out about D&T in the wider world. This may be...
Inspired by Industry Gola, Inspired by Industry: Gola This context introduces textiles design through a sports theme, engaging students in creating sports bags or related kit solutions. While most will design a simple bag, the brief encourages innovation and wider applications in sports like yoga or dance. The project explores fabric properties, natural vs. synthetic fibres, and material repurposing, potentially using old PE kit to align with sustainability. Discussions may include zips, clips, and buckles, with a focus on pattern creation or finishing techniques. Outcomes range from drawstring and tote bags to duffle and...
Inspired by Industry Else, Inspired by Industry: Else This context encourages students to explore design solutions to combat loneliness, allowing for both digital and physical products or a combination of the two. The focus is on user interaction (UI/UX), with opportunities to develop apps, interactive devices, or lifestyle products that foster social connection and engagement. Students can experiment with a variety of materials and technologies, including CAD, rapid prototyping, and digital interfaces. Potential outcomes range from talking toys and cooperative games to mental well-being apps and interactive devices. This project can be adapted...
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