UTILIZATION OF PLYWOOD AND HAND-WOVEN FABRIC AS MATERIALS FOR WOMEN’S BAG BY OPTIMIZING KERF BENDING TECHNIQUE

Abstract

The production of plywood material in Indonesia has increased significantly, so plywood material can be found anywhere and has a relatively affordable price. The application of kerf bending technique on plywood can increase the value both in terms of aesthetics and economy, so that plywood can have the potential to be developed into a fashion product. Indonesia is one of the largest textile producers in the world, especially in the hand weaving sector. Although advanced technology has entered the world of weaving, there are still many handwoven craftsmen who make fabrics manually, creating an exclusive value in each piece of handwoven fabric. There is a new development in the handwoven fabric industry, which is contemporary handwoven fabric. Bags, especially for women, are not only a means of carrying goods, but also an expression of identity. By combining plywood and hand-woven fabric, this final project design aims to create a women’s bag product that has a concept in line with the more contemporary style of society. This final project also aims to increase the development potential of handwoven and plywood products using kerf bending techniques, create awareness of the potential of materials in contemporary fashion, and support the empowerment of handwoven craftsmen. This women’s bag product with plywood and hand-woven materials will be targeting women fashion enthusiasts who use bags for fashion and styling purposes. This final project uses the methods of literature study, user preference study, experimentation especially on kerf bending techniques, design development, prototyping, and product testing. The final results of this project are 3 series of women’s handbags with concepts that have been adjusted to the target users as well as some complementary attributes.

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