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Worksheet

Design brief

Students are required to design, produce and evaluate a quality solution for a carrying device using textile technology. A design folio will be developed with the product under the specified headings:

1. The project

  • Write a description of the project identifying the need or opportunity.
  • Establish and list the factors which affect the success of the carrying device.

2. Idea Development

  • Brainstorm a list of carrying devices.
  • Develop three detailed drawings of different design ideas, clearly labelling all drawings.
  • Conduct a PMI (plus/minus/interesting) on each design idea. Students write down the positive (plus), negative (minus) and interesting aspects and implications of each design idea.
  • Select one idea and justify selection.
  • Produce a mind map exploring the process of making a bag.
  • Collect a range of materials and label fabric characteristics.
  • Develop a concept board with annotations.
  • Produce hand drawings and a computer-generated drawing/image of design idea.
  • Describe the factors affecting the design of your bag.

3. Research

  • Research task – carry items used in other cultures and times
  • Products Area of Study notes
  • Sewing machine  
  • Annotated pictures and ideas from magazines and catalogues
  • Testing of materials

4. Production

  • Safety worksheets and tests
  • Pattern
  • Production plan – instructions on how to make your product
  • Gantt chart
  • Risk assessment plan

5. Evaluation

  • Weekly reflections
  • Final evaluation of design and construction
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