In the early 19th century, a French weaver named Joseph-Marie Jacquard was searching for a better way to make fabric. And in so doing, he managed to invent a loom that inspired the first proper computer.



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Pupil outcome: I can apply the principles and vocabulary of weaving. Key learning points: - Weavings are made by crossing fabric strips or threads over and under one another. This makes a fabric. - Weavings are made on a tool called a...

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Traditional Thai silk weaving by using the loom.

Silk weaving at a loom in Thailand.

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