Inspiring Creativity Through Real‑World Design with Tatty Devine
To inspire learners with real stories from the creative industry, we teamed up with Tatty Devine, an iconic British jewellery brand whose design process, bold identity and innovative craftsmanship perfectly showcase the breadth and excitement of Design and Technology in action.
Meet the Creatives Behind the Brand
Tatty Devine was founded by Harriet Vine MBE and Rosie Wolfenden MBE, two creators known for turning imaginative ideas into standout, hand‑crafted jewellery. From their London and Kent studios, they’ve built a brand loved for originality, storytelling and fearless creativity.
Design, Innovation and Industry Insight - Brought to Life
To bring this creative world into the classroom, we’ve produced a set of dynamic videos that highlight key stages of the D&T journey:
The Tatty Devine Journey
Follow Harriet and Rosie’s story, from a market stall to a global brand. Explore how creativity, collaboration and determination can transform ideas into real‑world success.
Creative Careers and Qualifications
Discover the range of roles within Tatty Devine and hear how team members built their skills and careers. Gain insight into the pathways available across the creative industries.
Development and Production
Follow ideas as they move from sketches to finished pieces. Watch prototypes form, learn the basics of laser cutting and see how practical design and creativity combine to deliver high‑quality products.
Logistics, Trends and Product Ranges
Explore how a jewellery collection is created - from trend research to product planning. See how data, creativity and craftsmanship shape each piece, guided by cost, quality and customer needs.
Tools to Spark Classroom Creativity
To help you bring industry insight into your lessons, we’ve created two supporting resources for Years 7–13:
Design Brief
A live creative challenge inviting students to explore identity and design a jewellery piece that expresses who they are.
Final Design Example
A breakdown of the finished design with measurements and instructions, functioning as an industry‑style blueprint that lets students recreate the piece accurately, even without a laser cutter.
Making Design & Technology accessible to all
Discover five practical strategies from D&T teacher of almost 20 years, Ed Charlwood, to make lessons inclusive and engaging for every student. From hands-on activities and accessible tools to flexible assessment methods, this guide shows how all learners can thrive in D&T.
10 Creative Music Tech teaching tips
Unlock the power of technology in the music classroom with Tee Peters’ 10 practical tips. From using everyday objects and accessible apps to fostering tech fluency, reflection, and real-world relevance, this guide shows how to spark creativity, build confidence, and make music-making inclusive for every student.
A collaborative approach to sustainable design education
In partnership with the Design Council and the National Society for Education in Art & Design (NSEAD), we are embedding real-world sustainability into design education. Together, we’ve integrated the Design Council’s Skills for Planet framework into GCSE Art & Design, giving students hands-on skills that connect creativity with environmental responsibility, from thoughtful material choices to understanding the wider impact of design on people and planet. This collaboration empowers teachers and nurtures young designers who can use their craft to shape a more sustainable future.
Why one man’s junk is another artist’s treasure
British artist Nick Gentry shares practical strategies for teachers to bring recycled art into the classroom. This resource provides tips, lesson ideas, and creative challenges designed to help educators inspire students to explore discarded materials, experiment with unexpected combinations, and transform everyday objects into meaningful artworks.
The art of recycling
Designed for students, British artist Nick Gentry shows how discarded objects can spark your creativity. This resource includes fun challenges and practical tips to help you experiment with everyday materials, combine unexpected elements, and transform overlooked items into unique, purposeful artworks.
Music as a window to the world
Joanna Forest shows how music can inspire, engage, and connect every student. Discover practical tips and creative ideas for making lessons inclusive, exploring different genres and cultures, and giving every child a voice through music.
Finding your main character energy
Global drama and theatre educator from Dubai College, Bindya Chauhan, shares how Drama offers students something rare in education: a space not only to practise skills, but to explore what a human being is and can become. Through rehearsal, collaboration and creative enquiry, drama shapes young people’s behaviour, identity, voice and empathy in ways that influence how they learn.
Lights, Camera, Action
GCSE Examiner, Dane Smith highlights how you can set your PE practical assessments up for success, outlining four key considerations for digitally recording evidence for Component 3: Practical Performance. All elements of GCSE submissions are important. Where live assessment or moderation cannot take place, digitally recording your students’ performance is necessary.
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