Design specification and fabric selection | Design and technology

Starter quiz

What is this type of fastener called?
- 'zip' ✓
How does a zip work?
- pieces 'snap' together
- it passes through a hole
- separate pieces stick together when pressed
- slider opens and closes interlocking teeth ✓
Which of these is a type of fabric fastener?
- paperclip
- screw
- button ✓
- staple
Which of these is a hook and loop fastener?
Which of these is a type of fabric?
- cotton ✓
- tissue
- foil
- polystyrene
Match these words to their meaning.
- needle
  
  ⇔
  
  a tool used for sewing ✓
- thread
  
  ⇔
  
  a thin string used for sewing ✓
- fastener
  
  ⇔
  
  a temporary way to join fabric pieces ✓
- fabric
  
  ⇔
  
  a material used to make clothes ✓

What is stationery?
- a case for pencils
- writing and drawing equipment ✓
- sewing equipment
- a fastener
What does this symbol mean?
- 'recycle' ✓
Which fastener is commonly used on shirts.
- hook and loop
- button ✓
- zip
Which of these is true about hook and loop fasteners?
- can be made from metal
- need a buttonhole
- difficult to fasten
- can wear out ✓
What are 'design specifications'?
- product names
- product drawings
- product requirements ✓
- product user
Why wouldn't a loose weave fabric be suitable for a pencil case design?
- not waterproof
- holes too big ✓
- too flexible
- too stiff

Loading worksheet ...

Loading presentation ...

Fabric and fasteners are chosen for aesthetic qualities alone.

Fabric and fasteners need to be selected carefully for their function and application.