Year 8 Textiles – Cobblebank Campus

Students in Year 8 Textiles have been working hard this term to create calico teddy bears inspired by the idea of bringing comfort to children in hospital. The design brief for this project was based on an imaginary client scenario; students will take their teddy bears home as a special keepsake celebrating their first sewing experience.

To extend their learning, respond to the design brief, and make a meaningful contribution to the community, students have also begun creating cuddle hearts and superhero capes to donate to local hospitals.

The cuddle hearts are designed for newborn babies requiring extended hospital care. In many cases, these babies are separated from their mothers during the crucial first days of life, delaying important early bonding experiences. The hearts help support this connection by carrying the mother’s scent and being placed with the baby while they sleep, providing comfort and familiarity during this time apart.

The superhero capes are created for older children in hospital care. By wearing the capes, children are encouraged to imagine themselves as brave and powerful superheroes, helping them feel stronger and more confident when facing surgeries, treatments, or recovery.

Through these projects, SFCC students can apply and further develop their textile skills while making a genuine and positive impact on the wellbeing of others in their community.

Natalie Malle

Teacher