Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 2 - Clothing and Textile - Decorative Designs Iii

### Lesson Plan: Decorative Designs III — Advanced Techniques in Clothing and Textile #### Grade Level: Senior Secondary 2 #### Duration: 90 minutes #### Subject: Clothing and Textile --- #### Objectives: 1. **Knowledge**: Students will understand advanced decorative design techniques used in textiles. 2. **Skills**: Students will be able to apply various decorative design techniques on fabric. 3. **Attitudes**: Students will appreciate the aesthetic and cultural significance of decorative motifs in textiles. --- #### Materials: - Fabric samples - Textile paints and brushes - Embroidery threads and needles - Beads, sequins - Stencils - Iron and ironing board - Design templates - Drawing paper and pencils - Multimedia projector and laptop for a presentation --- #### Pre-lesson Preparation: 1. Set up a display of different decorative designs on fabrics. 2. Prepare a multimedia presentation on advanced decorative design techniques. 3. Arrange materials on the tables for practical sessions. --- ### Lesson Procedure: #### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Greeting**: Welcome the students to the lesson. 2. **Review**: Briefly recapitulate previous lessons on basic decorative designs in textiles. 3. **Objectives Overview**: Outline the key goals for today’s lesson. #### Presentation (20 minutes): 1. **Multimedia Presentation**: - Show various advanced decorative design techniques (e.g., stenciling, beadwork, advanced embroidery, fabric painting, appliqué). - Discuss the history and cultural importance of these techniques. - Show examples of contemporary applications in fashion and interior decor. 2. **Discussion**: - Encourage students to share their thoughts on the designs presented. - Ask questions like: - "Which technique do you find most interesting and why?" - "Can you think of cultural artifacts that use these techniques?" #### Demonstration (15 minutes): 1. **Live Demo**: - Demonstrate how to transfer a stencil design onto fabric and apply textile paint. - Show the basics of beadwork on fabric - creating patterns and securing beads. - Explain complex embroidery stitches like French knots, bullion knots, and couching. - Demonstrate appliqué technique step-by-step. #### Guided Practice (25 minutes): 1. **Activity**: - Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific technique to practice. - Provide all necessary materials and assist groups as needed. - Encourage creativity and individual expression while maintaining the technique's integrity. - Walk around the classroom to provide immediate feedback and guidance. #### Independent Practice (10 minutes): 1. **Individual Projects**: - Ask students to start planning a textile project showcasing at least two decorative techniques they learned. - Have them sketch their design and choose fabrics and materials. - Encourage them to think about the end use – clothing item, home decor, etc. #### Conclusion (5 minutes): 1. **Recap**: - Summarize key points on advanced decorative design techniques. - Reinforce the importance of practice and precision. 2. **Q&A**: - Open the floor for any questions the students might have. - Provide answers and further explanations if needed. 3. **Assignment**: - Assign students to complete their design sketches at home and gather any extra materials they may need. - Encourage them to be ready to discuss their projects in the next class. --- #### Assessment: 1. **Formative**: Observation and feedback during guided practice. 2. **Summative**: Evaluate individual projects based on creativity, application of techniques, and overall presentation. --- #### Extensions: - Plan a field trip to a textile museum or a local designer's studio to see professional decorative techniques applied in real-world settings. - Organize a small class exhibition where students can display their finished projects. --- #### References: - Books on textile design and decorative techniques. - Online tutorials and videos showcasing advanced textile decoration. - Cultural case studies on traditional textile crafts. --- ### Notes: Ensure that students understand the safety precautions when handling needles, paint, and hot irons. Encourage a collaborative and supportive environment where students feel comfortable experimenting and expressing their creativity.