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What are the 9 Design Elements?

• Point

• Line

• Shape

• Texture

• Colour

• Tone

• Transparency

• Translucency

• Opacity

What are some Design Principles?

• Symmetry

• Repetition

• Contrast

When did Modernism begin?

Late 19th century after the Industrial Revolution

What are the 4 characteristics of Modernism?

• Simplicity

• Functionality

• Modern materials (steel, glass, concrete)

• Open spaces

Which cultures inspired your polymer clay

• Ancient Spain

• Moroccan

What inspired your designs?

• Blue and yellow tile patterns

• Geometric designs

What features of Moroccan architecture inspired your designs?

• tiles

• Arches doorways

• Symmetry

• Repeating patterns

What colours are common in Moroccan design?

• Blue

• Yellow

• White

What materials are used in Moroccan architecture?

• Clay

• Stone

• Wood

How did Moroccan culture influence your jewellery?

• Geometric shapes

• Repeating patterns

• Blue and yellow colours

• Tile-inspired designs

• Symmetry

How did your cultural research influence your final jewellery design?

My jewellery was inspired by Moroccan and Spanish culture, especially the tile mosaics. I used geometric shapes, repeating patterns, and a blue and yellow colour palette to create a modern design inspired by traditional cultures.

What is conditioning in polymer clay?

Making the clay soft and workable before using it.

How did you condition the clay?

• Kneaded by hand

• Used a pasta machine several times

Why is conditioning important?

• Prevents cracking

• Makes clay smooth

• Easier to shape

What is the marbling technique?

Twisting or rolling colours together to create a swirled marble effect without fully mixing them.

How did you use marbling?

Mixed blue and gold clay before cutting out the jewellery pieces.

What design era did you study?

The 1980s.

What historical and social events influenced 1980s design?

• MTV

• Punk, metal and New Wave music

What technology influenced the 1980s?

• Personal computers

• record players

• casette taped

What were the colours and style of the 1980s?

• Bold

• Dramatic

• Geometric

• Neon colours

How was leather used in the 1980s?

• Leather jackets

• Studs

• Fringe

• accessories

What are the properties of leather?

• Durable

• Flexible

• Structured

What is the life cycle of leather?

hides that are tanned, and dyed. The cycle ends with the product's use and eventual disposal in a landfill, where it takes decades to degrade.

What are smart textiles?

Fabrics with electronic sensors that interact with the user.

What can smart textiles do?

• Track heart rate

• Monitor breathing

• Measure muscle activity

Who uses smart textiles?

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts

What is nanotechnology in textiles?

Changing materials at the molecular level to improve fabric performance.

What are the benefits of nanotechnology?

• Water repellent

• Stain resistant

• Antimicrobial

• UV protection

Who uses nanotechnology textiles?

• Everyday consumers

• Outdoor adventurers

What are medical smart textiles?

Textiles with medical sensors or drug-delivery systems that monitor health.

Examples of medical smart textiles?

• Smart bandages that detect infection

• ECG shirts that send data to doctors

Who uses medical smart textiles?

• Hospital patients

• Elderly people

What are 3D printed textiles?

Clothing made layer by layer with a 3D printer instead of weaving or knitting.

What are the benefits of 3D printed textiles?

• Zero-waste manufacturing

• Fully customisable

Who uses 3D printed textiles?

• High-fashion designers

• People needing orthotic clothing