### 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)
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#### 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.
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### 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.
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**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.
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**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.
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**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.
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### 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.
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**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.
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**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.
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**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.
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#### 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.