Future Fashion

Scientific research reveals the many benefits of natural fibres such as wool, as a more sustainable alternative to synthetic fibres.

The National Wool Museum and Australian Wool Innovation are calling on local students to design a fashion accessory that incorporates wearable technology with wool as a principal design element. Students work to a Brief learning key design and prototyping techniques and how to use electronic circuits.

Students consider the fashion and textile industries in the context of technological progress, such as the major changes in the local wool industry and the advancement of smart apparel. Future Fashion empowers students to understand that they can make a difference through design.

Industry Partners

Suitable for

Years 7-10 + VCAL

Duration

10x 50min lessons and 2x full days at GTS

Student outcomes

Students will:

Recognise that the fashion and textile industries are advancing technologically and have ethical and sustainability responsibilities.
Investigate the benefits of wool and research the historical context of the wool industry locally in Geelong.
Develop skills with Adobe Illustrator and in rapid prototyping technologies such as the laser cutter.
Understand simple electronic circuits and how they can be integrated into a fashion accessory.
Experience and reflect on the design thinking journey.

Curriculum Focus

Design and Digital Technologies
Science
The Arts
Humanities

Program Overview

Fashion and Advancement in Textile Technologies

Module 1

3 x 50 min

Exploring fashion and textiles industries, including the sustainability of natural fibres. Investigating the benefits of wool.

The Wool Industry in Geelong

Module 2

2 x 50 min

Exploring the historical context of the wool industry in Geelong.

Introducing Project Brief and Wearable Technology

Module 3

2 x 50 min

Project Brief to create a fashion accessory incorporating wool and wearable technology. Introduction to wearables.

Design Thinking – Empathise, Define, Ideate

Module 4

2 x 50 min

Students work to meet the Project Brief from AWI and the National Wool Museum.

Prototyping – Test and Improve Designs

Module 5

Full Day

Students learn Adobe Illustrator and test their designs iteratively. They learn simple wearable electronic circuits.

Production and Integrating Wearable Electronics

Module 6

Full Day

Students finalise and laser cut their products, then integrate wearable electronics into their designs.

Presenting Designs to meet Project Brief

Module 7

1 x 50 min

Students present their product and reflect on their learnings through the design thinking process.

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