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Year 9 and 10 Fashion

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Students studying subjects in Textiles are encouraged to think critically and creatively to make social and ethically responsible decisions to enhance the wellbeing of their self, family and wider community.

Subject description

Textiles Technology engages students in developing innovative skills for a sustainable society through recycled textile items and charitable donations on a global level. 

Students will: 

  • Investigate design principles
  • Implement practical sun-safe and sustainable solutions 
  • Develop critical thinking skills through researching and analysing 
  • Create unique designs 

Students will be introduced to: 

  • Product design principles 
  • Recycling textile items 
  • Production of real world designs 

Out of class requirements

Set homework tasks and fabric.

What’s important for this subject

Interest in fabrics and sewing skills.

Course Outline and Assessment

Year 9
Year 10
Unit 1: Upcycle
  • Production plan
  • Textile item construction of prototypes

Unit 1: Pyjamas
  • Pattern design
  • Fabric manipulation
  • Product construction
Unit 2: Patterns and hoodies
  • Design and preparation of materials
  • Production of hoodie
  • Emroidery, embellish or digital Cricut design
Unit 2: History of fashion
  • Design Processes
  • Fabric Properties
  • Understanding history and technological development
  • Trends


Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites
Furnishing Skills, Applied Fashion

Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Potential involvement with College productions (Dance and Drama)

Last reviewed 09 June 2023
Last updated 09 June 2023