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Lesson 2: Pattern pieces

Practising running stitch to join fabric using a pattern piece template.
A person carefully sews a piece of fabric using a their hands, with a some colourful stitches on plain fabric.

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Explain that the children will be talking with a partner to recall what they learnt about pattern pieces. Display the Presentation: Speak like an expert and arrange the children in pairs. Remind them to consider:

  • Why designers use pattern pieces.

  • When pattern pieces are used.

  • How pattern pieces help designers.

Allow time for them to share their ideas using key vocabulary.

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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 13 March 2026

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