Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Clothing and Textile - roject: Use Free Hand Cutting To Produce Skirt Or

### Lesson Plan: Clothing and Textile - Project: Use Free Hand Cutting to Produce a Skirt or Knickers for Themselves **Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 1 **Subject:** Clothing and Textile **Duration:** 2 weeks (8 class periods, 45 minutes each) --- #### Objectives: By the end of this project, students will be able to: 1. Understand the basic principles and techniques of free hand cutting. 2. Apply free hand cutting skills to produce a skirt or knickers. 3. Exhibit creativity and personal style in designing and cutting their garments. 4. Improve their ability to follow instructions and work independently on a project. #### Materials Needed: - Fabric (suitable for a skirt or knickers) - Measuring tape - Tailor's chalk - Scissors - Pins - Needle and thread or sewing machine - Basic sewing toolkit (e.g., seam ripper, pins, needles) - Iron and ironing board #### Pre-requisite Knowledge: Students should have a basic understanding of: - Types of fabrics and choosing suitable fabric for the project. - Measurement techniques and reading a measuring tape. - Basic sewing skills such as stitching and hemming. --- ### Week 1 **Day 1: Introduction to Free Hand Cutting** - **Objective:** Introduce the concept of free hand cutting. - **Activities:** 1. **Discussion (10 mins):** Explain the principles of free hand cutting and its advantages. 2. **Demonstration (20 mins):** Show examples of garments made using free hand cutting. 3. **Q&A Session (15 mins):** Address any questions and concerns. **Homework:** Ask students to sketch a simple design for either a skirt or knickers. --- **Day 2: Taking Measurements and Choosing Fabric** - **Objective:** Teach students how to take body measurements and choose fabric. - **Activities:** 1. **Lecture (10 mins):** Discuss the importance of accurate measurements and suitable fabric selection. 2. **Measurement Activity (20 mins):** Guide students in taking their own measurements. 3. **Fabric Discussion (10 mins):** Discuss the types of fabrics suitable for skirts and knickers. 4. **Q&A (5 mins)** **Homework:** Students should bring their chosen fabric to the next class and finalize their design sketches. --- **Day 3: Planning and Preparing the Fabric** - **Objective:** Prepare fabric for cutting and plan the layout. - **Activities:** 1. **Discussion (10 mins):** Explain grain lines, fabric layout, and how to fold fabric for cutting. 2. **Demonstration (30 mins):** Show how to lay out their fabric and mark it using tailor’s chalk. 3. **Individual Work (5 mins):** Students practice laying out and marking their fabric. **Homework:** Complete the fabric marking if not finished in class. --- **Day 4: Cutting the Fabric** - **Objective:** Cut out the fabric pieces for their garments. - **Activities:** 1. **Review (5 mins):** Brief recap of marking techniques. 2. **Demonstration (10 mins):** Demonstrate the correct way to cut fabric following the markings. 3. **Individual Work (30 mins):** Students cut their fabric pieces while teacher assists. **Homework:** Make sure all pieces are neatly cut out and ready for the next step. --- ### Week 2 **Day 5: Assembling the Skirt/Knickers** - **Objective:** Begin assembling the garment. - **Activities:** 1. **Lecture (10 mins):** Discuss basic stitching techniques and how to assemble the pieces. 2. **Demonstration (10 mins):** Show stitching and assembling techniques. 3. **Individual Work (25 mins):** Students start to stitch their pieces together. **Homework:** Continue stitching if not completed in class. --- **Day 6: Refining and Adjusting the Fit** - **Objective:** Adjust the fit and refine the garment. - **Activities:** 1. **Review (5 mins):** Discuss areas where common adjustments might be needed. 2. **Fitting Session (20 mins):** Students try on their garments and note adjustments. 3. **Adjustment and Refinement (20 mins):** Students make necessary adjustments. **Homework:** Complete any fitting adjustments. --- **Day 7: Finishing Touches** - **Objective:** Complete the finishing touches on the garments. - **Activities:** 1. **Discussion (10 mins):** Importance of finishing touches like hemming, adding zippers, etc. 2. **Demonstration (10 mins):** Show techniques for hemming, adding zippers or buttons. 3. **Individual Work (25 mins):** Students work on finishing touches. **Homework:** Ensure all finishing touches are completed. --- **Day 8: Presentation and Evaluation** - **Objective:** Present and evaluate the final projects. - **Activities:** 1. **Fashion Show (20 mins):** Students present their completed garments. 2. **Peer Evaluation (10 mins):** Students evaluate each other’s work with constructive feedback. 3. **Teacher Evaluation (10 mins):** Provide individual feedback and grades. **Homework:** Write a reflection on what they learned and what they would do differently in future projects. --- #### Assessment: 1. **Completion of Garment (50%):** Evaluate based on neatness, accuracy of cutting, and overall presentation. 2. **Participation and Effort (30%):** Active participation in each class, effort, and use of class time. 3. **Reflection (20%):** Quality of insights and reflections in the final write-up. **Notes:** Ensure each student has enough fabric and tools. Regularly check understanding and provide individual guidance throughout the project.