Pattern Making Using Motif and Colour

A motif is a small design repeated to form a pattern. It is made by using different things. Examples of such items are leaves, flowers, different figures and shapes. The materials used for making a motif

We could use the following materials for making a motif:

1 A4 Paper

2 Crayon

3 Ruler

4 Pencil

5 Eraser

6 Small objects that have the shape of a circle, or other shapes

How to use motif to make patterns

The following are steps to take to make motifs

Step 1: Place all the materials you need on the table.

Step 2: Rule your paper in vertical and horizontal lines as a guide.

Step 3: Draw triangular shapes in each of the boxes.

Step 4: Apply colours of your choice to the pattern.

The colouring pattern

The beauty of a motif depends on how you apply the colours. When colouring a motif, make sure you use, at least, three colours. This would make your work look beautiful.

Presentation

Step I: Teacher revises the previous topic

Step II: Teacher introduces the new topic “Pattern making using motif and colour”

Step III: Teacher states the material needed for pattern making using motif and colour

Step IV: Teacher performs the steps for making pattern using motif and colour

Step V: Pupils are allow to make their own motif

Evaluation:

Make another motif and colour it. Follow the colouring pattern used in the class to colour your own motif.

Assignment:

What is motif?
List three materials needed for pattern making using motif and colour.
State two steps for making pattern using motif and colour.