Upholstery 10, 20, 30: Curriculum Guidelines

Module 18: Tufting and Channels (Optional)

Suggested time: 15-20 hours
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Modules 2, 3, and 17

Foundational Objectives

To develop skills in the use of equipment and materials common to the upholstery industry.
To demonstrate proper use of hand and power tools, equipment, and supplies utilized in the upholstery industry.
To demonstrate an understanding of business and entrepreneurial practices used in society.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To use the language of upholstery in context. (COM)
To develop students' understanding of the practical uses of mathematical concepts in upholstery. (NUM)
To understand how technology influences occupational roles and affects the work performed in the upholstery industry. (TL)
To grow as independent learners within a classroom environment that promotes self-esteem, curiosity, competence, and trust. (IL)

	Learning Objective	Notes
		Construction of tufting and channels is introduced in this module. The practice and application of these skills should be integrated in projects when appropriate.
18.1	To identify the different tufting patterns.	Have the students describe the different tufting styles (boxed, square, and diamond) in their journals, using diagrams where appropriate.
18.2	To lay out each pattern.	The students can practise laying out tufting patterns on paper.
18.3	To chalk the pattern.	Have students chalk out their pattern on a scrap piece of material.
18.4	To calculate the amount of fabric needed. (NUM)	Have the students calculate the fabric needed to complete the tufting job.
18.5	To design a measured pattern for diamond tufting and install this pattern on the back of the fabric. (CCT)	Have the students tuft a diamond pattern on a small board as a lab exercise or use a shop job.
18.6	To chalk the pattern.	On the back of a scrap piece of fabric, have students chalk out their pattern.
18.7	To calculate the amount of fabric needed.	Have the students calculate the fabric needed to complete the tufting job.
18.8	To design a measured pattern for boxed tufting and install this pattern on the back of the fabric. (NUM, CCT)	Have the students tuft a boxed or square pattern on a small board as a lab exercise or use a shop job.
18.9	To identify the styles and types of channels. (COM)	See learning objective 18.1.
18.10	To layout a channel back. (IL)	This job can be completed by students working in pairs. Either create a lab exercise or use a shop job.
18.11	To assemble the channel backs.	Construct the channels and prepare them for stuffing.
18.12	To stuff the channel.	Have the students use either a commercial channel stuffing tool or one they have constructed out of stiff cardboard.
18.13	To install the channel cover. (TL)	Attach using tack strips on the top and bottom.
18.14	To calculate the amount and cost of fabric used. (NUM)	Have the students create a bill of materials for the job and calculate the cost of the new material.