DT Spring Term 2024-2025

 

Year 3 and 4

 

Sewing: Cushions

Every child will practice their sewing skills to design and make their own cushions. They will learn new embroidery and applique techniques to create their designs. The children also learn the history behind the art of applique as well as the difference between types of fabrics and which are more suitable for applique than others. Other skills they will learn are threading a needle, whipstitch, back stitch and running stitch.

 

Year 5 & 6

 

Sewing: Bags/ Phone Cases

Every child will practice their sewing skills to design and make their own bags or phone cases. They will learn new embroidery and applique techniques to create their designs. The children also learn the history behind the art of applique as well as the difference between types of fabrics and which are more suitable for applique than others. Other skills they will learn are threading a needle, whipstitch, back stitch and running stitch.