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CONSUMER STUDIES
(PRODUCTION OF KNITTED AND
CROCHETED ITEMS)
GUIDELINES FOR
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASKS
GRADE 12
2021
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Consumer Studies PAT Grade 12 2021 (Knitting and Crocheting) Eng
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Consumer Studies 2 DBE/PAT 2021
NSC (Production of Knitted and Crocheted Items)
THE PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK FOR CONSUMER STUDIES
PRODUCTION OF KNITTED AND CROCHETED ITEMS
1. INTRODUCTION
The 18 Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement subjects which consists of a
practical component all include a practical assessment task (PAT). These subjects
are:
AGRICULTURE: Agricultural Management Practices, Agricultural Technology
ARTS: Dance Studies, Design, Dramatic Arts, Music, Visual Arts
SCIENCES: Computer Applications Technology, Information
Technology, Technical Sciences, Technical Mathematics
SERVICES: Consumer Studies, Hospitality Studies, Tourism
TECHNOLOGY: Civil Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechanical
Technology and Engineering Graphics and Design
A practical assessment task (PAT) mark is a compulsory component of the final
promotion mark for all candidates offering subjects that have a practical component
and counts 25% (100 marks) of the end-of-the-year examination mark. The PAT is
conducted up to the end of September. The PAT allows for learners to be assessed
on the skills they have acquired during the weekly practical lessons and the practical
examinations in Grades 10 to 12. It also allows for the assessment of skills that
cannot be assessed in a written format, e.g. test or examination. It is therefore
important that schools ensure that all learners complete the practical assessment
tasks within the stipulated period to ensure that learners are resulted at the end of
the school year. The planning and execution of the PAT differ from subject to subject.
During the practical assessment task, the learner must demonstrate his/her
knowledge and practical ability/skills to produce quality articles focusing on
workmanship and suitability for selling.
The school and the learner may choose to knit OR crochet.
The practical assessment task for Consumer Studies for Grade 12, with the
Knitting or Crocheting practical option, complete a practical examination of
EIGHT (8) HOURS.
Learners perform the practical examination individually.
Learners work individually during the practical examination for the PAT.
The practical examination for the PAT takes place in Term 3
Each learner will either knit OR crochet an article in the practical examination.
2. MARK ALLOCATION
The total allocation of marks for the PAT is 100 marks.
The marks for the PAT form part of the end-of-year assessment in Term 4.
The province will provide separate computerised mark sheets, one for SBA and
one for the PAT.
Practical examination: 100
Final mark for PAT 100
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3. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
Consumer Studies is an elective subject with five practical options. If the school
chooses to offer Consumer Studies as a subject and selects the Knitting or
Crocheting practical option, the equipment and funds necessary to conduct the PAT
as well as the specified number of weekly practical lessons are the responsibility of
the school as specified in the CAPS document on page 10.
The school has the responsibility to ensure the availability of the following for the
PAT examination:
A suitable classroom with the necessary equipment (tables, equipment for
measuring and marking, equipment for knitting/crocheting the articles, e.g.
knitting needles, crochet hooks).
A minimum of R80 up to a maximum of R150 per learner is required to make the
prescribed article, besides the funding required for the SBA weekly practical
lessons.
A number of learners can do the examination simultaneously, depending on the
number of workstations and resources available to complete the examination
effectively.
It is important to adhere to the COVID-19 protocol of social distancing.
4. REQUIRED TIME FRAME
A time frame of EIGHT (8) HOURS in total is allowed for the practical
examination, as required by the pattern given.
The practical examination will be conducted in TWO sessions over TWO DAYS
or sessions could be done in ONE day.
Each FOUR(4)-HOUR session is broken down into TWO(2)-hour sessions, with
a 30-minute break after each TWO(2)-hour session.
The TWO (2) sessions of FOUR (4) hours are implemented on TWO
consecutive days.
5. SETTING THE PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
This examination will take place on a date agreed upon with the moderator.
The production process, workmanship and saleability of the article are important
aspects of the practical examination
For 2021, teachers may use the examples provided or set the practical
assessment task internally for knit or crochet. However, if the teacher sets it
internally, it needs be submitted for moderation and approval by the subject
advisor to ensure that the applied techniques meet the criteria and required
skills code.
The practical examination should be planned well in advance to prevent clashes
with other school activities.
The practical examination must be included in the school's examination
timetable.
Setting guidelines:
The teacher must identify and select ONE suitable crocheting pattern or ONE
suitable knitting pattern, preferably the same type of pattern for the various
methods.
Teachers have THREE options when selecting the pattern for the practical
examination:
o Buy a commercial pattern for an article that can be completed in the allowed
EIGHT (8) HOURS with the skills learners gained during the practical
lessons for SBA since Grade 10.
OR
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o Use a pattern from the internet that can be completed in the allowed EIGHT
(8) HOURS with the skills learners gained during the practical lessons for
SBA since grade 10.
OR
o Use one of the sample patterns provided.
The selected article should have a minimum skills-code weighting of 50 points.
The learners will be assessed on the production process, workmanship and the
saleability of the articles.
At the end of the EIGHT (8) HOURS, learners should hand in their articles for
final assessment.
After the assessment has been completed, the articles have to be returned to
learners for correction and finishing off, if necessary.
The articles will NOT be remarked after the corrections have been made.
TECHNIQUES WHICH MUST BE INCLUDED
PATTERNS AND TECHNIQUES
CROCHETING KNITTING
TECHNIQUES TECHNIQUES
The following techniques are The following techniques are
COMPULSORY: COMPULSORY:
Chain stitches Casting on/Casting off
Use at least TWO basic stitches: Use at least TWO basic stitches:
o Slip stitch o Ribbing stitch
o Single crochet o Garter stitch
o Half double crochet o Stocking stitch
o Double crochet Increasing (yarn over method OR knit
Increasing AND/OR decreasing front and back) AND/OR decreasing
ONE advanced technique: (slip, slip, knit)
o Cable pattern ONE advanced technique:
o Lace pattern o Cable pattern
o Any raised/textured pattern o Lace pattern
o Filet o Any raised/textured pattern
Multi-colour pattern Multi-colour pattern
Making up the completed article Making up the completed article
6. PREPARING FOR THE EXAMINATION
The teacher is responsible for the following:
Set the dates for the practical examination. Communicate these dates to the SMT
of the school to ensure that the dates do not clash with other school activities.
Copy the pattern, illustration(s) and instruction sheet for each learner or buy a
commercial pattern for each learner. It is compulsory for each learner to work
from an instruction sheet.
Prepare the assessment tool provided with learners' names.
Learners must receive the instructions ONE WEEK (7 school days) before the
date of the examination of the first group of learners so that they can prepare.
Purchase ALL required items.
Make up a 'kit' for each learner to include the following:
o KNITTING PAT: Knitting equipment, pattern, instruction sheet, wool/yarn,
knitting needles, etc.
OR
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o CROCHETING PAT: Crochet equipment, pattern, instruction sheet,
wool/yarn, crochet hooks, etc.
Divide learners into groups according to the number of learners that can be
accommodated comfortably in the room. The number per group will depend on the
available resources.
Prepare the classroom for the examination and ensure the availability of extra
small equipment, e.g. scissors, knitting needles, stitch holders, row counters,
wool.
Sanitise the work surfaces at the workstations.
7. PERFORMING THE EXAMINATION
Practical examination in Term 3: EIGHT (8) HOURS (Knitting OR Crocheting)
Ensure that learners wash their hands with soap and water, wear their masks and
sanitise their workstations. Adhere to the protocol of social distancing (1,5 m apart
from each other).
When learners enter the classroom, hand out the 'knitting kit' OR 'crocheting kit' to
each learner.
Enough extra wool/yarn, scissors should be available.
Learners perform the practical examination individually under the supervision of
the teacher.
Only the teacher, the moderator and the candidates may be in the room during
the practical examination.
The teacher must invigilate and assess the learners while they are performing the
practical examination and NO other work may be done in this time.
NO learner may be assisted in any way.
The articles should be ready for assessment at the end of the EIGHT (8) HOURS.
Learners will lose 2 marks for every 5 minutes late up to a maximum of
20 marks.
The teacher must mark the article that was made during the practical examination
and record the marks. After the article has been marked, the learners may correct
mistakes, make improvements and complete the article.
The article will NOT be remarked after the corrections have been done.
After corrections have been made, the articles are kept in a safe place until the
day of moderation.
8. EVALUATION
The teacher and external moderator have 45 minutes to evaluate the final articles,
inspect the learners' workstations and complete the assessment tool.
While their articles are being evaluated, the learners should tidy and sanitise their
workstations and equipment on completion of the practical examination so that the
teacher/moderator may inspect the workstations for the final allocation of marks.
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9. MODERATION OF THE PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
9.1 BEFORE the practical examination:
The teacher must submit the following to the subject advisor for approval before the
end of March or earlier, to ensure that the practical examination is of an appropriate
standard:
The article selected indicating the skills-code weighting of the techniques
A photocopy of the pattern envelope
An instruction sheet
An illustration of the article
The list of haberdashery to be purchased
The completed checklist, checked and signed by the principal
The assessment tool for the practical examination
Planning for all sessions of the practical examination indicating the total
skills-code weighting of techniques
The PAT cannot be done unless it has been approved by the subject advisor.
9.2 ON THE DAY of the practical examination:
Ensure that learners wash their hands with soap and water, wear their masks and
sanitise their workstations. Adhere to the protocol of social distancing (1,5 m apart
from each other). Always keep extra masks.
During Term 3, a group of learners will be externally moderated by the relevant
subject advisor while performing the practical examination at the school.
The teacher must have the following available for the moderator on the day of
moderation:
o All the articles that learners made during the weekly practical lessons for SBA
(if not moderated during SBA moderation)
o A copy of the completed mark sheet for weekly practical lessons
o The completed articles (marked) of all the learners who have already
completed the practical examination
o The marks of the learners who have already completed the practical
examination
o A separate set of assessment tools for the moderator to use, with the names of
the learners already on the assessment tool
Each learner must sign the attendance register before the practical examination
proceeds.
The moderator will select six (6) candidates randomly. These candidates will be
assessed independently from the teacher, while performing the examination. The
articles produced by these learners are assessed after the examination for the final
PAT mark.
On completion of the assessment and consolidation of marks, the moderator will
compare his/her assessment with the assessment of the teacher. If the moderator
finds that the marks of the teacher differ more than 10% from his/her marks, a
block adjustment upwards or downwards should be made based on the difference.
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The table below indicates how to determine the difference between the moderator's
marks and the teacher's marks to establish whether adjustment is needed, and the
margin of adjustment required.
PAT
100
Learner Names *T *M
Learner A 84 69
Learner B 83 70
Learner C 68 53
Learner D 59 44
Learner E 49 40
Learner F 45 40
TOTAL 388 316
AVERAGE MARK = TOTAL ÷ 6 (number of learners) 66 53
DIFFERENCE = 66 (*T) – 53 (*M) 13
ADJUSTMENT DOWNWARDS UPWARDS –3
*T = Teacher; *M = Moderator
A block adjustment can also be made based on the professional judgement of the
moderator if the practical examination of the school is not of the expected
standard.
The moderator will discuss the outcome and any adjustments with the teacher.
The final moderated marks should then be entered on the computerised mark
sheet.
The marks of all learners will be affected if an adjustment is made.
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SKILL-CODE WEIGHTING FOR TECHNIQUES USED IN KNITTING
Use the following skills-code weighting to choose a pattern for the PAT as well as for the
weekly practical lessons.
The skills code indicates the weighting for the techniques and NOT a mark allocation.
The weighting for a specific technique should only be allocated ONCE.
The teacher could add a technique not listed below, after discussing it with the subject
advisor. The teacher and subject advisor should then decide on the weighting for the new
technique.
A weighting is allocated to a technique according to the degree of difficulty of the
technique.
The total weighting of the techniques for the practical examination must be 50 points.
Casting on 10 Increasing or decreasing 10
Right side of stitches on right side of article 1 Correct tension, must not pull 4
All stitches through the front or back loops 2 Shape should not interfere with pattern 3
Correct tension, moderately loose 4 Correct position of increase/decrease 3
Stiches uniform in size 1
Neat edge 2
Casting off 10 Using different colours 5
Cast off in pattern stitch 2 Attaching new yarn at the correct place 2
Stitches secure so that work will not come Weave the yarns into the edge 1
undone 1 Neat edge 2
Correct tension, moderately loose 4
Uniform in size and direction 1
Neat edge 2
Garter stitch 10 Joining yarn/wool 5
Correct tension so that structure stretches Preferably at seam edge 2
and retains shape 4 Correct method 2
Even stitches and appearance 3 Weave in tail of yarn 1
Rugged/Pebbly structure on both sides 3
Stocking stitch 10 Buttons and buttonholes 7
Correct tension 4 Buttonholes: Even in size 2
Rugged/Pebbly on the purl side 3 Correct spacing 2
Stitches look like a V on right side 2 Correct size/type button 1
Smooth on the right side 1 Buttons firmly stitched on 2
Ribbing stitch 10 Pockets 10
Correct tension 4 Type of pocket suitable for garment/article 3
Even rows that are identical on both sides 3 Correct position 3
Even stitches and appearance 3 Correct shape 4
Cable pattern 10 Seams 10
Increased tension of knitted article 4 Neat, not highly visible 3
Correct use of cable needle 3 Straight lines 3
Cables are identical 3 Lie flat 2
Correct stitch 2
Advanced pattern (Lace/Textured) 10 Joining the pieces 10
Correct choice of yarn/wool 2 Correct method/stitches used 2
Correct tension 4 Not too tight 2
Patterns correct 4 Not visible 2
Use the correct colour yarns to join 2
Neat edges 2
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SKILL-CODE WEIGHTING FOR TECHNIQUES USED IN CROCHETING
Use the following skills-code weighting to choose a pattern for the PAT as well as for the
weekly practical lessons.
The skills code indicates the weighting for the techniques and NOT a mark allocation.
The weighting for a specific technique should only be allocated ONCE.
The teacher could add a technique not listed below, after discussing it with the subject
advisor. The teacher and subject advisor should then decide on the weighting for the
new technique.
A weighting is allocated to a technique according to the degree of difficulty of the
technique.
The total weighting of the techniques for the practical examination must be 50 points.
Chain stitches 10 Increasing or decreasing 10
Correct tension, not too tight 4 Correct tension, must not pull 4
Stitches uniform in size 3 Shape should not interfere with pattern 3
Even appearance 3 Correct position of increase/decrease 3
Single Crochet (US)/Double crochet (UK) 10 Using different colours 5
Correct tension, not too tight 4 Attaching new yarn at the correct place 2
Stitches uniform in size 3 Weave yarn into the edge 1
Even appearance 3 Neat edge 2
Half Double Crochet (US)/Half Treble Crochet 10 Joining yarn 5
(UK)
Preferably at seam edge 2
Correct tension, not too tight 4 Correct method 2
Stiches uniform in size 3 Weave in tail of yarn 1
Even appearance 3
Double Crochet (US)/Treble Crochet (UK) 10 Buttons and buttonholes 7
Correct tension, not too tight 4 Buttonholes: Even size 2
Stiches uniform in size 3 Correct spacing 2
Even appearance 3 Correct size/type button 1
Buttons firmly stitched on 2
Treble crochet (US)/Double Treble crochet 10 Seams 10
(UK)
Lie flat 2
Correct tension, not too tight 4 Neat, not highly visible 3
Stiches uniform in size 3 Straight lines 3
Even appearance 3 Correct stitch 2
Granny square 13 Joining the pieces 10
Correct tension, not too tight/loose 4 Correct method/stitches used 2
Rows linked correctly 3 Not too tight 2
Neat edges 3 Not visible 2
Corners correct, neat 3 Use the correct colour of yarns to join 2
Neat edges 2
Sunburst Granny square 13 Edging 5
Correct tension, not too tight/loose 4 Even width, suitable for article 2
Rows linked correctly 3 Lies flat, does not curl 3
Neat edges 3
Corners correct, neat 3
Crochet a circle 13 Filet crocheting 7
Correct tension, not too tight 4 Correct interpretation of abbreviations 3
Rows linked correctly 3 Follow the pattern step by step 2
Stitches uniform in size 3 End product according to pattern 2
Even appearance 3
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TEACHER PLANNING
GRADE 12 PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
(To be submitted to the subject advisor for moderation at the end of March or earlier)
Name of school:
Name of teacher:
Date(s) and time(s) of the Practical Examination session(s):
TEST FOR PAT GRADE 12
(Attach copies of patterns and instruction sheets)
PRACTICAL EXAMINATION:
KNITTING
TECHNIQUES WEIGHTING
TOTAL:
TESTS FOR PAT GRADE 12
(Attach copies of patterns and instruction sheets)
PRACTICAL EXAMINATION:
CROCHETING
TECHNIQUES WEIGHTING
TOTAL:
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EXEMPLAR OF TEACHER PLANNING FOR PURCHASES
(To be submitted to the subject advisor for moderation at the end of March or earlier)
Total number Groups Number of learners Dates Time
of learners per group
25 1 13 10/09/2021 08:00–12:00
2 12 10/09/2021 12:30–16:30
KNITTING/CROCHETING
Requirements Quantity required Number of Total
per learner per learner learners
Knitting needles/Crochet 1 25 25 knitting needles/
hook 25 crochet hooks
Ball yellow 4-ply wool 1 25 25 x yellow 4-ply wool
Ball green 4-ply wool 1 25 25 x green 4-ply wool
Ball cream 4-ply wool 1 25 25 x cream 4-ply wool
Buttons 1 25 75 buttons
1 25
TEACHER'S SHOPPING LIST: KNITTING/CROCHETING
Requirements Quantity required
Knitting needles/Crochet hooks 50/25
Yellow 4-ply wool 25
Green 4-ply wool 25
Cream 4-ply wool 25
Buttons 75
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TEACHER PLANNING FOR PURCHASES
(To be submitted to the subject advisor for moderation at the end of March or earlier)
Practical Option: KNITTING/CROCHETING
Total number Groups Number of learners Dates Time
of learners per group
Requirements
Number of learners Total
per learner
TEACHER'S SHOPPING LIST
Requirements Quantity
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CONSUMER STUDIES PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK
KNITTING OR CROCHET PRODUCTION
CHECKLIST FOR PLANNING (to be handed in for moderation)
SCHOOL
TEACHER
PRINCIPAL
DATE SUBMITTED
Dates of all PAT sessions Proposed moderation date Approved moderation date
CRITERIA YES/NO COMMENTS BY MODERATOR
Items included:
An illustration of the article
Copy of the pattern instruction
sheet to be provided to learners
Completed list of techniques and
skills-code weighting of article
Planning for purchases is attached
APPROVED/NOT APPROVED RESUBMISSION DATE:
Signatures:
TEACHER: DATE:
PRINCIPAL: DATE:
MODERATOR: DATE:
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ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR KNITTING PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK GRADE 12
NAMES AND SURNAMES OF LEARNERS
NAME OF SCHOOL ____________________________________
DATE __________________________________
TEACHER ______________________________
MODERATOR ______________________________
PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
1. PRACTICAL SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES
1.1 Interpretation of the pattern 4
Follow pattern instructions accurately 2
Understand terminology and abbreviations for implementation 2
1.2 Accurate implementation of techniques 20
Correct number of stitches according to pattern 2
Maintains tension throughout production of the product 2
Correct techniques applied to produce the product:
(From the list below, assess the techniques that apply to the
product)
Casting on/Casting off/Garter stitch/Stocking stitch/Ribbing stitch/ 16
Cable pattern/Advanced pattern/Increasing/Decreasing/Using
different colour/Joining yarn/wool/Buttons and buttonholes/
Pockets/Seams
1.3 Correct handling of equipment 8
Correct handling of knitting needles 3
Correct handling/holding of yarn 2
Safe use of equipment, e.g. thread cutter/scissors/pins/iron/
3
darning needle
1.4 Economical production of the product 8
Regular quality control checkpoints during production 2
Economic use of supplies, no wastage of yarn 2
Works independently, silently, not distracting others, without
2
asking any questions
Efficient use and management of time 2
2. HYGIENE AND NEATNESS
2.1 Workstation and equipment during Practical Examination 8
Workstation neat and well organised 3
Small equipment not laying around 2
Works hygienically and safely 3
2.2 Personal appearance 3
Appropriately dressed (school uniform) 1
Nails clean and short 1
Hands washed and sanitised on entry of class and at regular
1
intervals
2.3 Neatness of workstation after Practical Examination 4
Workstation clean 1
Tools packed away in correct storage space 2
Waste removed, bins clean 1
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ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR KNITTING PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK GRADE 12 (cont.)
NAMES AND SURNAMES OF LEARNERS
3. SUITABILITY FOR SELLING
3.1 Packaging 4
Protecting the product 1
Suitable for the product 1
Cost effective 1
Consumer appeal 1
3.2 Label 5
Type of yarn used 1
Shows creativity 1
Manufacturer's name/physical address/contact details 1
Size/Price 1
Care instructions 1
3.3 Products created adhere to specifications 36
Suitable choice of colours for product 2
Correct size of product according to pattern 2
Clean product 2
Ends/Threads neatly trimmed 2
Neatly ironed/pressed 2
Seams neatly and correctly joined 2
Seams neatly sewn and finished off 3
Secure stitching 2
No flaws (e.g. no holes) in the construction of the product 2
Correct application of techniques used in the construction of the
5
product
Correct and even tension throughout 2
Suitability for selling (use the scale below) 10
TOTAL 100
Late penalties: subtract 2 marks for every 5 minutes late up to a
maximum of 20 marks
TOTAL 100
SUITABILITY FOR SELLING:
0–2 Unacceptable, does not meet the requirements, cannot sell
3–4 Poor, meets some requirements, will not sell
5–6 Average, meets most requirements, should sell
7–8 Good, meets all requirements, should sell well
9–10 Excellent, exceeds all requirements, will sell very well
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ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR CROCHETING PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK GRADE 12
NAMES AND SURNAMES OF LEARNERS
NAME OF SCHOOL ____________________________________
DATE __________________________________
TEACHER ______________________________
MODERATOR ______________________________
PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
1. PRACTICAL SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES
1.1 Interpretation of the pattern 4
Follow pattern instructions accurately 2
Understand terminology and abbreviations for implementation 2
1.2 Accurate implementation of techniques 20
Correct number of stitches according to pattern 2
Maintains tension throughout production of the product 2
Correct techniques applied to produce the product:
(From the list below, assess the techniques that apply to the
product)
Chain stitches/Single Crochet (US)/Double crochet (UK)/
Half Double Crochet (US)/Half Treble Crochet (UK)/
16
Double Crochet (US)/Treble Crochet (UK)/Treble crochet (US)/
Double Treble crochet (UK)/Granny square/Sunburst Granny
square/Circle/Increasing/Decreasing/Using different colours/
Joining yarn/Buttons and buttonholes/Seams/Joining the pieces/
Edging/Filet crocheting
1.3 Correct handling of equipment 8
Correct handling of knitting needles 3
Correct handling/holding of yarn 2
Safe use of equipment, e.g. thread cutter/scissors/pins/iron/
3
darning needle
1.4 Economical production of the product 8
Regular quality control checkpoints during production 2
Economic use of supplies, no wastage of yarn 2
Works independently, silently, not distracting others, without
2
asking any questions
Efficient use and management of time 2
2. HYGIENE AND NEATNESS
2.1 Workstation and equipment during Practical Examination 8
Workstation neat and well organised 3
Small equipment not laying around 2
Works hygienically and safely 3
2.2 Personal appearance 3
Appropriately dressed (school uniform) 1
Nails clean and short 1
Hands washed and sanitised on entry of class and at regular
1
intervals
2.3 Neatness of workstation after Practical Examination 4
Workstation clean 1
Tools packed away in correct storage space 2
Waste removed, bins clean 1
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ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR CROCHETING PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK GRADE 12 (cont.)
NAMES AND SURNAMES OF LEARNERS
3. SUITABILITY FOR SELLING
3.1 Packaging 4
Protecting the product 1
Suitable for the product 1
Cost effective 1
Consumer appeal 1
3.2 Label 5
Type of yarn/wool used 1
Shows creativity 1
Manufacturer's name/physical address/contact details 1
Size/Price 1
Care instructions 1
3.3 Products created adhere to specifications 36
Suitable choice of colours for product 2
Correct size of product according to pattern 2
Clean product 2
Ends/Threads neatly trimmed 2
Neatly ironed/pressed 2
Seams neatly and correctly joined 2
Seams are neatly sewn and finished off 3
Secure stitching 2
No flaws (e.g. no holes) in the construction of the product 2
Correct application of techniques used in the construction of the
5
product
Correct and even tension throughout 2
Suitability for selling (use the scale below) 10
TOTAL 100
Late penalties: subtract 2 marks for every 5 minutes late up to a
maximum of 20 marks
TOTAL 100
SUITABILITY FOR SELLING:
0–2 Unacceptable, does not meet the requirements, cannot sell
3–4 Poor, meets some requirements, will not sell
5–6 Average, meets most requirements, should sell
7–8 Good, meets all requirements, should sell well
9–10 Excellent, exceeds all requirements, will sell very well
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EXAMPLE OF A CROCHETED ARTICLE FOR THE PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK
CROCHETED DRAGONFLY BANDANA COWL
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WEIGHTING: CROCHETING
Select techniques to a weighting value of 50 skills-code points.
TECHNIQUES WEIGHTING
Chain stitches 10
Double crochet 10
Increase 10
Using different colours 5
Joining yarns 5
Treble crochet 10
TOTAL: 50
REQUIREMENTS:
4 balls/skeins of crochet yarn in different colours
One 4 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
GAUGE IN TR: 167 stitches and 8 rows = 10 cm
BRITISH (UK) ABBREVIATIONS:
Chain stitch = ch
Space = spc
Skip = sk
Slip = sl
Stitch(es) = st(s)
Double crochet = dc
Treble crochet = tr
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
The beginning chain counts as the first stitch.
Instructions between ( ) or * are to be repeated the specified number of times.
Instructions between [ ] are all worked into the same stitch/space.
V-stitch 1 (V-ST1): Work [tr, 2ch, tr] all in the same stitch/space
V-stitch 2 (V-ST2): Work [tr, 3ch, tr] all in the same stitch/space
Picot: 3ch, slip stitch in first chain
Split stitch: Working a split stitch means that you will be working into the centre 'V' of the
stitch below, not into the top loops.
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PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS:
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Row 1: Ch 3, in 3 ch from hook make [2tr, 2ch, 3tr], turn (6tr).
Row 2: 3 ch, make 2tr in first st, tr in next 2 sts, into 2ch-spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 2
sts, make 3tr in last st, turn (14 tr).
Row 3: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 6 sts, into 2-ch spc make [2tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next
6sts, make 3tr in last st, turn (22tr).
Row 4: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 10 sts, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next
10sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (30tr).
Row 5: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 2 sts, 4 ch, sk 4 sts, dc in next st, 4 ch, sk 4 sts, tr in
next 3 sts into 2-ch spc make [2tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 3 sts, 4 ch, sk 4 sts, dc in next st, 4 ch,
sk 4 sts, tr in next 2 sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (22 sts).
Row 6: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first stitch, tr in next 3 sts, make 2tr in next st, 3 ch, work a split dc
into dc from previous row, 3 ch, make 2 tr in next tr, tr in next 4sts, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2
ch, 2 tr],tr in next 4 sts, make 2 tr in next st, 3 ch, work a split dc into dc from previous row,
make 2 tr in next tr, tr in next 3 stitches, make 3 tr in last st, turn (34 sts).
Row 7: 3 ch, 2tr in first st, tr in next 7 sts, make 3 tr in 3-ch spc, 1 ch, sk next st, make 3 tr in
next 3-ch spc, tr in next 8sts, into 2-ch spc make [2tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 8sts, make 3 tr in 3-
ch spc, 1 ch, sk next st, make 3 tr in next 3-ch spc, tr in next 7 sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (52
sts).
Row 8: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 12 sts, tr in 1-ch spc, tr in each st to centre, into 2-ch
spc make [2tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next13 sts, tr in 1-ch spc, tr in next 12 sts, make 3 tr in last st,
turn (62 tr).
Section 2: Join new colour in first stitch.
Row 9: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in each st to centre, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in
each st until 1 st remains, make 3 tr in last st, turn (70 tr).
Row 10: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 2 sts, (*4 ch, sk 4 sts, dc in next st, 4 ch, sk 4 sts*,
tr in next 11 sts), repeat between * one time, tr in next 3 sts, into ch-spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr
in next 3 sts, repeat between ( ) one time, repeat between * one time , tr in next 2 sts, make 3 tr
in last st, turn(46 sts).
Row 11: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 3 sts, (*make 2 tr in next str, 3 ch, work a split dc
into dc from previous row, 3 ch, make 2 tr in next tr*, tr in next 9 sts), repeat between * one
time, trin next 4 sts, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 4 sts, repeat between ( ) one
time, tr in next 3 sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (62 sts).
Row 12: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 7 sts, (*make 3 tr in 3-ch spc, 1 ch, sk next st,
make 3 tr in next 3-ch spc.*, tr in next 13 sts), repeat between * one time, tr in next 8 sts, into 2-
ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 8 sts, repeat between ( ) one time, repeat between * one
time, tr in next 7 sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (90 sts).
Row 13: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 12 sts, tr in 1-ch spc, tr in next 19 sts, tr in 1-ch
spc, tr in next 13 sts, into 2-ch spc make [2tr, 2 ch, 2tr], tr in next 13 sts, tr in 1-ch spc, tr in next
19 sts, tr in 1-ch spc, tr in next 12 sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (102 tr).
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Section 3: Join new colour in first stitch.
Row 14: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in each st to centre, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr
in each st until 1 st remains, make 3 tr in last st, turn (110 tr).
Row 15: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 2 sts, (*4 ch, sk 4 sts, dc in next st, 4 ch, sk 4 sts*,
tr in next 11 sts), repeat between ( ) one time, repeat between * one time, tr in next 3 sts, into
2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 3 sts, repeat between ( ) TWO times, repeat between *
one time, tr in next 2 sts, make 3 tr in last st, turn (70 sts).
Row 16: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 3 sts, (*make 2 tr in next st, 3 ch, work a split dc
into dc from previous row, 3 ch, make 2 tr in next tr*, tr in next 9 sts), repeat between ( ) one
time, repeat between *one time, tr in next 4 sts, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 4
sts, repeat between ( ) TWO times, repeat between * one time, tr in next 3 sts, make 3 tr in last
st, turn (90 sts).
Row 17: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in next 7 sts, (*make 3 tr in 3-ch spc, 1 ch sk next st, make
3 tr in next 3-ch spc*, tr in next 13 sts), repeat between ( ) one time, repeat between * one time,
tr in next 8 sts, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr in next 8 sts, repeat between ( ) TWO
times, repeat between * one time, tr in next 7 sts, make 3tr in last st, turn (128 sts).
Row 18: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in each st and into 1-ch spc to centre, into 2-ch spc make
[2 tr, 2 ch,2 tr], tr in each st and into 1-ch spc to end, make 3 tr in last st, turn (142 tr).
Section 4: Join new colour in first stitch.
Rows 19 to 23: Repeat Row 14 to Row 18. The instructions between ( ) will be repeated 2
times.
Row 24: 3 ch, make 2 tr in first st, tr in each st to centre, into 2-ch spc make [2 tr, 2 ch, 2 tr], tr
in each st until 1 st remains, make 3 tr in last st (192 tr).
Border and ties
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Row 25: 21 ch, dc in 2 ch from hook, dc in next 10 sts, htr in next 10 sts, tr in next st, *sk 2
sts, V-ST1 in next st*, repeat to centre, V-ST2 in 2-ch spc, V-ST1 in next tr, repeat instructions
between * until 4 sts remain, sk 2 sts, tr in next st, htr in last st.
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Row 26: 21 ch, dc in 2 ch from hook, dc in next 10 sts, htr in next 9 sts, dc in next st,
between post of next tr and V-st, * in 2-ch spc of next V-st, make [dc, picot, dc], dc between V-
sts*, repeat between * to centre, in 3-ch spc make [2 htr, picot, 2 htr], *dc between V-sts, in
next V-st make [dc, picot, dc]*, repeat between * to last V-st, dc between V-st and next tr, sl st
in top of htr. Fasten off.
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EXAMPLE OF A KNITTED ARTICLE FOR THE PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASK
KNITTED SYMMETRICAL CITRUS SHAWL
WEIGHTING: KNITTING
Select techniques to a weighting value of 50 skills-code points.
TECHNIQUES WEIGHTING
Casting on 10
Casting off 10
Increase 10
Joining yarns 5
Using different colours 5
Advanced pattern 10
TOTAL: 50
REQUIREMENTS:
4 balls/skeins of yarn in different colours
Any wool/needle combination as the article grows with each row
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
GAUGE: 16 stitches = 10 cm
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BRITISH (UK) ABBREVIATIONS:
Knit = k
Knit next 2 stitches together = k2tog
Pass slipped stitch over = psso
Yarn over = yo
Slip marker = sm
Slip one over = sl1
Purl one = p1
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
PATTERN:
The shawl starts from the centre and grows by yarnovers on the centre line and at the
edges.
The first and last 2 stitches are knit on every row to keep the edge flat.
Slip the first stitch of every row to keep a clean edge.
FLOWER AND EYELET PATTERN:
Alternate the flower pattern with the eyelet pattern; most times do the eyelet pattern in all
3 colours separated by the flower pattern, but you may do only 2 eyelet rows occasionally
to break up the pattern.
Continue until the shawl is of the desired size.
PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS:
Cast on 5 stitches.
Row 1: k2, yo, place marker, k1, place marker, yo, k2
Row 2: sl1, k1, p1, slip marker, p1, slip marker, p1,k2
Row 3, sl1, k1, yo, k1, yo, sm, k1, sm, yo, k1, k2
Row 4: sl1, k1, purl to marker, slip marker, p1, slip marker, purl to marker, k2
Change colours and work the eyelet pattern a couple of times, changing colours between
repeats.
Be sure you have 13 stitches on each side between the yarnovers before working the flower
pattern.
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FLOWER PATTERN:
Row 1 (Right Side): sl1, k1, yo, [k3, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, sl1, k1, psso] repeat to marker, yo then
slip marker, k1, sm, yo, [k3, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, sl1, k1, psso] to last 2 stitches, yo, k2
(NOTE: For these rows, be sure you have a yarnover after the first 2 stitches, on either side of
the centre point, and before the last 2 stitches. To make the centre symmetrical, have
2 stitches at the end and start the other side with 2 stitches, etc.)
Row 2: sl1, k1, purl to marker, slip marker, p1, slip marker, purl to marker, k2
Row 3: sl1, k1, yo, [k3, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, sl1, k1, psso] repeat to marker, yo, sm, k1, yo, [k3,
k2tog, yo, k3, yo, sl1, k1, psso] repeat to last 2 stitches, yo, k2
Row 4: sl1, k1, purl to marker, slip marker, p1, slip marker, purl to marker, k2
Row 5: sl1, k1, yo, [k5, yo, sl1, k2tog, psso, yo] repeat to marker, yo, sm, k1, yo, [k5, yo, sl1,
k2tog, psso, yo] repeat to last 2 stitches, yo, k2
Flower Chart Key
6 Knit
5 Yarnover
4 Knit 2 together
3 Sl1, k1, psso
2 Sl1, k2tog, psso
1
EYELET PATTERN:
Row 1 (Right Side): sl1, k1, yo, knit to marker, yo, sm, k1, sm, yo, knit to marker, k2
Row 2: sl1, k1, knit to marker, sm, p1, sm, yo, knit to marker, k2
Row 3: sl1, k1, yo, [k2tog, yo] to marker, sm, k1, sm, [yo, k2tog] to last 2 stitches, k2
(NOTE: For these rows, be sure you have a yarnover after the first 2 stitches, on either side
of the centre point and before the last 2 stitches.)
Row 4: sl1, k1, knit to marker, sm, p1, sm, yo, knit to marker, k2
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POINTED CAST OFF:
1. In first stitch, k1, yo, k1.
2. Turn and purl these 3 stitches, purling the next stitch on the needle along with the first
new stitch.
3. Turn and cast off the first 2 stitches (k2, pass first stitch over).
4. Knit the 3rd stitch with the next stitch ready to be cast off and cast off the 3rd stitch.
5. Pass the last stitch on your needle over the next stitch waiting to be cast off. You have
cast off 3 stitches and have one point.
Repeat, beginning with k1, yo, k1 in the stitch you passed over in step 5.
NOTE: There will be a lot of ends to work in due to all the colour changes.
If the teacher uses a home-made pattern, an instruction sheet must be included.
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