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#ThinkDo: Gallery 3
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Gallery 3
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Marcel Breuer
#marcelbreuer #iconic
Aluminium armchair designed by Marcel Breuer (1932 - 1933) with black painted wooden arm rests. The seat back is formed by 18 aluminium strips, running across the frame attached to it by aluminium pins. The aluminium strip is twisted where the arm rests meet the frame. (For information on the handbag on the chair see previous post).
How has Marcel Breuer's furniture design influence modern furniture design?
What elements of Marcel Breuer's furniture design set it apart from other designers of the time?
What works of Marcel Breuer are considered iconic in the furniture design world?
How did Marcel Breuer's training as an architect influence his furniture design?
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Aluminium armchair designed by Marcel Breuer (1932 - 1933) with black painted wooden arm rests. The seat back is formed by 18 aluminium strips, running across the frame attached to it by aluminium pins. The aluminium strip is twisted where the arm rests meet the frame. (For information on the handbag on the chair see previous post).
How has Marcel Breuer's furniture design influence modern furniture design?
What elements of Marcel Breuer's furniture design set it apart from other designers of the time?
What works of Marcel Breuer are considered iconic in the furniture design world?
How did Marcel Breuer's training as an architect influence his furniture design?
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1920s fashion
#Aluminium #Bakelite
This flat handbag is made from textured aluminium and black and red bakelite. The combination of industrial materials and geometrical figures was popular in 1920s fashion accessories along with flapper dresses.
Bakelite was one of the first synthetic plastics but it became less popular from the 1950s with the development of other synthetic materials.
What are the properties of bakelite?
What products was it commonly used for in the past?
Apart from flapper dresses what other iconic fashion styling are the 1920s known for?
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This flat handbag is made from textured aluminium and black and red bakelite. The combination of industrial materials and geometrical figures was popular in 1920s fashion accessories along with flapper dresses.
Bakelite was one of the first synthetic plastics but it became less popular from the 1950s with the development of other synthetic materials.
What are the properties of bakelite?
What products was it commonly used for in the past?
Apart from flapper dresses what other iconic fashion styling are the 1920s known for?
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Pop Art
#popart
The image shows Patrick Caulfield's 'After Lunch' painting. Caulfield was part of the Pop Art movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
What influenced and inspired the Pop Art movement?
Name other Pop Art artists and describe some of their iconic work.
How might the style of Caulfield's painting inspire a print design on fabric?
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The image shows Patrick Caulfield's 'After Lunch' painting. Caulfield was part of the Pop Art movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
What influenced and inspired the Pop Art movement?
Name other Pop Art artists and describe some of their iconic work.
How might the style of Caulfield's painting inspire a print design on fabric?
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Jeans
#Disassembly #pattern
A pair of disassembled jeans in a wall all display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe.
Look at a pair of jeans that have not been disassembled and compare them to the shapes in the image. How many of the pattern pieces can you identify.
Why might a designer disassemble a product when designing?
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A pair of disassembled jeans in a wall all display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe.
Look at a pair of jeans that have not been disassembled and compare them to the shapes in the image. How many of the pattern pieces can you identify.
Why might a designer disassemble a product when designing?
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Women engineers
#Engineers
The Institute for Engineering and Technology (IET) have a great free poster to use for International Women's Day (8th March). Search online for 'IET International Women's Day poster' or follow the link below. When you open the link on the IET website scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the poster (you might need to sign up for a free account).
The Institute for Engineering and Technology (IET) have a great free poster to use for International Women's Day (8th March). Search online for 'IET International Women's Day poster' or follow the link below. When you open the link on the IET website scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the poster (you might need to sign up for a free account).
Inspiration
#GeneratingIdeas
Wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe.
How might some of the points on the displays inspire you when you're designing?
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Wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe.
How might some of the points on the displays inspire you when you're designing?
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Generating ideas
#Ideas #inspiration
Wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe.
How might some of the points on the displays inspire you when you're designing?
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Wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe.
How might some of the points on the displays inspire you when you're designing?
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Energy use
#Energy #materials
This display compares the amount of energy it takes to process a range of different materials.
Name materials not used in the display?
Where might these material might they fit into the display in terms of how much energy they use when processed?
(wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe)
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This display compares the amount of energy it takes to process a range of different materials.
Name materials not used in the display?
Where might these material might they fit into the display in terms of how much energy they use when processed?
(wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe)
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Small changes
#smallchanges
What small changes could you make to reduce your impact on the world?
What else might you add to the list?
(wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe)
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What small changes could you make to reduce your impact on the world?
What else might you add to the list?
(wall display seen at the Eureka Science and Discovery centre in Seacombe)
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Pattern marker
#Layout
With the growing number of digital garment patterns available there has also been a growth in the use of projectors to project digital patterns on to fabric. This saves on both paper and time as the patterns don’t have to be printed out and stuck together. To find out more about how you might use a projector to do visit the link below. .
Singer and fabric retailer JOANN have now jumped on board with the trend and created Ditto, a digital projector designed for home sewers. Ditto also has a library of patterns that can be customised to a user’s measurements (although it all comes at quite a hefty price tag). To find out more do an online search for 'Ditto JOANN'.
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With the growing number of digital garment patterns available there has also been a growth in the use of projectors to project digital patterns on to fabric. This saves on both paper and time as the patterns don’t have to be printed out and stuck together. To find out more about how you might use a projector to do visit the link below. .
Singer and fabric retailer JOANN have now jumped on board with the trend and created Ditto, a digital projector designed for home sewers. Ditto also has a library of patterns that can be customised to a user’s measurements (although it all comes at quite a hefty price tag). To find out more do an online search for 'Ditto JOANN'.
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IET classroom posters
#Posters #engineering
The Institute for Engineering and Technology (IET) have some great free posters to download, including some on maths in D&T, electronics, nanotechnology, AI, user centred design and lots more. Follow the link below to visit the IET website. You might need to sign up for a free guest account.
The Institute for Engineering and Technology (IET) have some great free posters to download, including some on maths in D&T, electronics, nanotechnology, AI, user centred design and lots more. Follow the link below to visit the IET website. You might need to sign up for a free guest account.
Galvanised scourer
#Metal #Knitting
A galvanised metal scourer is a kitchen cleaning tool made of a knitted metal mesh, usually made of zinc-coated steel.
Describe the galvanising process.
What properties does galvanising add to the metal?
Is the galvanising process carried out on ferrous or non ferrous metals?
What are the advantages of using a knitted fabric construction for the scourer?
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A galvanised metal scourer is a kitchen cleaning tool made of a knitted metal mesh, usually made of zinc-coated steel.
Describe the galvanising process.
What properties does galvanising add to the metal?
Is the galvanising process carried out on ferrous or non ferrous metals?
What are the advantages of using a knitted fabric construction for the scourer?
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Smart material
#smart #reactive
This heat sensitive interactive wall display is in a museum. When you place your hand on the display it changes colour.
Is 'thermochromic' or 'photochromic' the technical word used to describe this reaction?
This material can be described as a smart material. What does this mean?
Describe other examples of smart materials.
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This heat sensitive interactive wall display is in a museum. When you place your hand on the display it changes colour.
Is 'thermochromic' or 'photochromic' the technical word used to describe this reaction?
This material can be described as a smart material. What does this mean?
Describe other examples of smart materials.
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Teddy Boy
#fashion #1950s
Teddy boy fashion is a style of clothing that originated in England in the mid-1950s. It was influenced by the Edwardian era and was characterized by tight-fitting suits, long collared shirts, slim trousers, and pointed shoes.
What was the impact of teddy boy fashion on youth culture?
What types of hair styles were associated with the teddy boy look?
What music was typically associated with the Teddy boy culture?
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Teddy boy fashion is a style of clothing that originated in England in the mid-1950s. It was influenced by the Edwardian era and was characterized by tight-fitting suits, long collared shirts, slim trousers, and pointed shoes.
What was the impact of teddy boy fashion on youth culture?
What types of hair styles were associated with the teddy boy look?
What music was typically associated with the Teddy boy culture?
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Fairtrade Fortnight
#Fairtrade
Fairtrade Fortnight is from 27th February - 12th March. Visit the link below to find our more.
What products are available with Fairtrade certification?
What are the advantages of buying Fairtrade products?
What do the Fairtrade certification standards ensure?
What is the difference between Fairtrade and organic certification?
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Fairtrade Fortnight is from 27th February - 12th March. Visit the link below to find our more.
What products are available with Fairtrade certification?
What are the advantages of buying Fairtrade products?
What do the Fairtrade certification standards ensure?
What is the difference between Fairtrade and organic certification?
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Biopolymers
#Biopolymers #Materials
Visit the link below to read an article by Luke Williams of industrial design consultancy IDC. The article considers the benefits of biopolymers compared to virgin plastic, along with their limitations and how the use of these polymers is set to have a significant positive impact on the plastics industry.
How do biopolymers contribute to reducing carbon emissions?
What are the advantages of biopolymers over virgin polymers?
What is the main drawback of biopolymers?
What role is chemical recycling playing in the push for a circular economy?
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Visit the link below to read an article by Luke Williams of industrial design consultancy IDC. The article considers the benefits of biopolymers compared to virgin plastic, along with their limitations and how the use of these polymers is set to have a significant positive impact on the plastics industry.
How do biopolymers contribute to reducing carbon emissions?
What are the advantages of biopolymers over virgin polymers?
What is the main drawback of biopolymers?
What role is chemical recycling playing in the push for a circular economy?
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Verdigris
#architecture #batik
Verdigris is a greenish-blue coating that forms on copper and brass surfaces when they are exposed to air and water over time. This process is known as oxidation. It is often used in architecture and is particularly popular for roofing, spires, and other weather-exposed surfaces. Verdigris can also be used as a green pigment in textiles, e.g. as a dye or printing paste. It can also be used as a resist agent e.g. for batik.
How is verdigris used to enhance the aesthetics of buildings?
What are the benefits of using verdigris in architecture?
What are the advantages of using verdigris as a textiles dye?
Verdigris can be used as a resist agent in batik. What is a resist agent and why is it used?
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Verdigris is a greenish-blue coating that forms on copper and brass surfaces when they are exposed to air and water over time. This process is known as oxidation. It is often used in architecture and is particularly popular for roofing, spires, and other weather-exposed surfaces. Verdigris can also be used as a green pigment in textiles, e.g. as a dye or printing paste. It can also be used as a resist agent e.g. for batik.
How is verdigris used to enhance the aesthetics of buildings?
What are the benefits of using verdigris in architecture?
What are the advantages of using verdigris as a textiles dye?
Verdigris can be used as a resist agent in batik. What is a resist agent and why is it used?
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Aran knitted garments
#Knitting #Wool
Aran knitwear is a type of knitwear made from thick, wool yarns that originated in the Aran Islands, off the west coast of Ireland. The yarns are usually left natural in color and are traditionally used to make sweaters, hats, scarves, and other items of clothing. Aran knitwear is characterized by intricate patterns, often featuring cables, bobbles, and other textured stitches, which provide the items with a unique, rustic appearance. Traditionally items were made from unwashed wool which meant the natural lanolin oil stayed in the wool making it water resistant and therefore popular with farmers and fisherman. Aran sweaters and other products are now a common fashion item, such as the scarf in the image. Find out more about the history of aran knitwear at the link below.
Aran knitwear is traditionally made from wool yarn. What are the advantages of using wool fibre for sweaters, scarves, hats and gloves? What are the disadvantages of using wool fibres? What important points do you need to remember when washing and caring for an item made from wool?
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Aran knitwear is a type of knitwear made from thick, wool yarns that originated in the Aran Islands, off the west coast of Ireland. The yarns are usually left natural in color and are traditionally used to make sweaters, hats, scarves, and other items of clothing. Aran knitwear is characterized by intricate patterns, often featuring cables, bobbles, and other textured stitches, which provide the items with a unique, rustic appearance. Traditionally items were made from unwashed wool which meant the natural lanolin oil stayed in the wool making it water resistant and therefore popular with farmers and fisherman. Aran sweaters and other products are now a common fashion item, such as the scarf in the image. Find out more about the history of aran knitwear at the link below.
Aran knitwear is traditionally made from wool yarn. What are the advantages of using wool fibre for sweaters, scarves, hats and gloves? What are the disadvantages of using wool fibres? What important points do you need to remember when washing and caring for an item made from wool?
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The Singh Twins
The Singh Twins are internationally renowned British artists. Their work is influenced both Eastern and Western art and explores social, political and cultural issues.
Visit the Singh Twins website at the link below.
What is the signature style of the Singh Twins?
How can the Singh Twins' use of intricate patterns be used as a source of inspiration for creating designs?
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Visit the Singh Twins website at the link below.
What is the signature style of the Singh Twins?
How can the Singh Twins' use of intricate patterns be used as a source of inspiration for creating designs?
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Reusable straw
#Reusable #silicone
Reusable drinking straw made from food grade silicone that can be opened for easy cleaning.
What other types of straws are now commonly used to replace single use plastic straws?
Carry out a product analysis on different types of straws. Evaluate which are the most eco friendly and which give the best drinking and taste experience.
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Reusable drinking straw made from food grade silicone that can be opened for easy cleaning.
What other types of straws are now commonly used to replace single use plastic straws?
Carry out a product analysis on different types of straws. Evaluate which are the most eco friendly and which give the best drinking and taste experience.
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Eco wash finish
#Stonewashing #denim
Jeanologia’s eco wash specialist processes and machines can be used to create a traditional stone washed effect on jeans but in a way that is more sustainable. Water use can be reduced by up to 80% and 60% of chemicals can also be eliminated. An average of 20 litres of water is used to create a traditional stonewash effect on denim but eco washes reduce this to just a glass of water. Environmental Impact Measuring (EIM) software analyses water and energy consumption, chemical use and worker health and benchmarks the results against standard thresholds to ensure eco standards are maintained. Tesco’s F&F range use this information as a marketing tool on the inside of the pockets of their jeans.
What does a stone wash effect on jeans look like?
How is stone washing on denim traditionally carried out?
How does Jeanologia's use of eco wash finishes on denim benefit the environment compared to the use of traditional stone washing?
Why does Tesco use this information in the marketing of their jeans?
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Jeanologia’s eco wash specialist processes and machines can be used to create a traditional stone washed effect on jeans but in a way that is more sustainable. Water use can be reduced by up to 80% and 60% of chemicals can also be eliminated. An average of 20 litres of water is used to create a traditional stonewash effect on denim but eco washes reduce this to just a glass of water. Environmental Impact Measuring (EIM) software analyses water and energy consumption, chemical use and worker health and benchmarks the results against standard thresholds to ensure eco standards are maintained. Tesco’s F&F range use this information as a marketing tool on the inside of the pockets of their jeans.
What does a stone wash effect on jeans look like?
How is stone washing on denim traditionally carried out?
How does Jeanologia's use of eco wash finishes on denim benefit the environment compared to the use of traditional stone washing?
Why does Tesco use this information in the marketing of their jeans?
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Design inspiration
#inspiration
The newly released Inspiration Hub by Yanko Design and KeyShot might be a useful inspiration tool. It pulls together contemporary design ideas and new designers and is free to search. It’s still in the process of being developed but will grow over time. To visit the website search online for 'Inspiration Hub by Yanko Design and KeyShot' or visit the link below.
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The newly released Inspiration Hub by Yanko Design and KeyShot might be a useful inspiration tool. It pulls together contemporary design ideas and new designers and is free to search. It’s still in the process of being developed but will grow over time. To visit the website search online for 'Inspiration Hub by Yanko Design and KeyShot' or visit the link below.
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OSB
#OSB #Sustainability
Development of a more sustainable alternative to OSB by US company, Plantd Materials, which is said to be stronger and lighter than traditional OSB. The board is made from fast growing grass which increases the yield per acre compared to trees. As the grass regrows quickly it also has the potential to capture more carbon. Plantd Materials hopes to start production in 2024. Visit the link in our bio to find out more.
What are the potential environmental benefits of using the new OSB developed by Plantd Materials? What types of applications is OSB used for?
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Development of a more sustainable alternative to OSB by US company, Plantd Materials, which is said to be stronger and lighter than traditional OSB. The board is made from fast growing grass which increases the yield per acre compared to trees. As the grass regrows quickly it also has the potential to capture more carbon. Plantd Materials hopes to start production in 2024. Visit the link in our bio to find out more.
What are the potential environmental benefits of using the new OSB developed by Plantd Materials? What types of applications is OSB used for?
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Felting
#FabricConstruction
Henry Morris is a textiles designer based in Huddersfield who specialises in hand felting and produces products from art to wearables. Morris uses traditional hand felting techniques along with vibrant colours and designs, many of which are inspired by nature. Find out more about his work at the link below.
What is the difference between wet and dry felting? What are the properties of a felted fabric? How are felted fabrics different to knitted and woven fabrics?
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Henry Morris is a textiles designer based in Huddersfield who specialises in hand felting and produces products from art to wearables. Morris uses traditional hand felting techniques along with vibrant colours and designs, many of which are inspired by nature. Find out more about his work at the link below.
What is the difference between wet and dry felting? What are the properties of a felted fabric? How are felted fabrics different to knitted and woven fabrics?
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