Making Artefacts From… · JHS3 Career Technology

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.5.4.1.2 - Create advanced articles using crocheting and embroidery stitches

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify and describe at least four advanced crocheting stitches and four embroidery stitches, stating their specific uses in article construction.
Explain the steps involved in creating a crocheted article and an embroidered article, sequencing the process from material gathering to finishing.
Create one advanced article using crocheting or embroidery stitches, such as a handbag, purse, baby shoe, or decorated fabric piece, following correct stitch techniques.
Appraise their own and peers’ finished articles against a given set of criteria, giving reasons for their judgements.
Justify their choice of stitches, materials, and tools for their article, linking their choices to the purpose and durability of the finished product.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Designing and Making of Artefacts/products (Strand 5)
Sub-strand: Making Artefacts From Compliant, Resistant Materials and Food Ingredients (5.4)
Content standard: B9.5.4.1 - Demonstrate understanding of gathering materials, tools and equipment for making/preparing meals and articles
Indicator: B9.5.4.1.2 - Create advanced articles using crocheting and embroidery stitches
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 7 (Week 31 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Career Technology, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 113
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Review work on tools, equipment and stitches used in sewing and crocheting. B: Refer to B7 and B8 on stitches and crocheting.
2. Discuss some crocheted and embroidered articles and their uses.
E.g. Shoes-to protect one's foot/feet.
3. Make advanced articles using crocheting and design or make patterns to decorate using embroidery stitches.
E.g. Hand bags, jackets/cardigans, shoes (baby and adult) and purse.
4. Plan and mount an exhibition of products for appraisal.