Craft Center Research Articles

Communicative English Training Using the (Role-Play) Method for Souvenir Traders at the Sasak Pottery Craft Center, Penujak Village

This community service program aims to improve English communication skills for souvenir sellers of pottery crafts in the Sasak handicraft Center, Penujak Village, Central Lombok Regency. The program utilizes a role-play-based training method, consisting of three main sessions: Theoretical Learning, where participants learn vocabulary, phrases, and basic communication techniques for interacting with tourists; Practical Role-Playing, where participants practice roles as buyers or sellers using prepared scenarios and receive feedback from instructors; and Realistic Simulation, where participants engage in real-life interactions with foreign tourists. The program also includes initial observations, preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The program's partners are 30 souvenir sellers from Sasak Pottery. Evaluation is carried out through direct observation of the participants' use of English vocabulary and phrases. The results show that: 1) Participants have gained theoretical knowledge of basic communication concepts, and 2) participants are able to apply vocabulary and phrases in their communication skills with foreign tourists, especially in selling products. This training is expected to have a positive impact on the well-being of the community, particularly the craftsmen and souvenir sellers in Penujak Village.

Marketing of eco-friendly purun handicraft in two purun craftsman centre villages in North Sumatra

Abstract Purun is used as a raw material to make handicrafts such as woven mats, bags, hats, and sandals. In North Sumatra, there are two purun handicraft centres, i.e. Cinta Air Village, Deli Serdang Regency and Mekar Jaya Village, Langkat Regency. The purpose of this study was to analyse the marketing of purun processed products in two purun craft centre villages. Data collection methods were carried out through field observation at the research site. Interviews were then conducted using open-ended guided interview techniques and documentation to support existing data in the field. Data analysis techniques were carried out using Miles and Huberman’s descriptive analysis. The results showed that the purun marketing channel in the two purun craft centres had three marketing channels, a)Craftsman I directly to consumers, b) Craftsman I to retailers and then to consumers, and c)Craftsman I to retailers, retailers to Craftsman II, then Craftsman II to consumers. In addition, this research highlights the need for strategic interventions to improve market access and profits for purun crafters, to support sustainable agricultural activities and the development of agricultural commodities in peatland ecosystems.

Report on Visit to the Yuki City Traditional Crafts Center

Report on Visit to the Yuki City Traditional Crafts Center

Digital Branding Strategy for Leather Bag Products at the Manding Sabdodadi Bantul Craft Center

Digital Branding Strategy for Leather Bag Products at the Manding Sabdodadi Bantul Craft Center

Ethnobotanical Study on Plants Used As Natural Dye by Handwritten <i>Batik</i> Craftsmen in Cirebon Indonesia

Cirebon Regency is one of the few Indonesian batik craft center which still use natural dyes in hand-written batik making. The natural dyes are generally extracted from plants. The kind of plants used as natural dyes source for batik in Cirebon Regency are not yet known. This ethnobotanical research aimed to describe the kinds of plants and their characteristics, the frequency of citation by respondents, the parts of the organs used, the sources of obtaining plants, the colors produced, usage technique, as well as the role of using natural dyes in batik to support implementation of green economy. The research approach was exploratory descriptive through observation and interview techniques for data collection. The research was carried out at Kebon Gedang Block, Ciwaringin Village, Cirebon Regency, Indonesia in September 2023. Thirty respondents were selected by purposive sampling method and subjected to the interview. The results showed there were 14 plants species from 12 families used as natural dyes. The most frequently used species were Mangifera indica and Indigofera tinctoria. The organ most widely used was the bark which comes from the purchased, and the color generally produced was brown. The most frequently coloring method used was boiling technique. This research is the first study in this area and useful for providing data and strategic potential for developing local plants as environmentally friendly natural dyes, as well as supporting efforts to use natural dyes in the batik industry.

Upaya Pengembangan Promosi Wisata Budaya dengan Aspek 4A di Situs Percandian Batujaya Kab. Karawang Prov. Jawa Barat

The Batujaya Temple site has the potential to attract both tangible (tangible) and intangible (intangible) attractions. So, it has a big opportunity to attract domestic and foreign tourists. To achieve this goal, a tourism strategy is needed in developing promotions on the site so that it resonates more and attracts tourists coming from various regions throughout Indonesia and abroad. The problem arises from the existence of a site that is only known to a limited number of local people around the site who live there, so that people who come from the community are limited, whereas with the discovery of a high value site, the existence of the site needs to be known and echoed throughout the world and known to the wider community. The aim of this research is to increase the number of people visiting the site. This research is an exploratory qualitative description, discussing tourism development at the Batujaya Temple Site in West Karawang. The data collection methods used consisted of: field observation, interviews, and literature study. The results of the research are the composition of strategic efforts consisting of the development of the 4A concept and sourced from field analysis: (1) Development of cultural tourism through social media, (2) Development of infrastructure, namely accessibility such as special transportation, directions, (3) Development of accessibility aspects, and (4) service amenities such as services such as homestays, information and security centers, craft centers. So that the goal of developing and increasing the cultural tourism attraction at the Batujaya Temple Site will be achieved for all domestic and foreign tourists.

The Role of Craftsmen Group in Increasing Potential Tourism of Paksebali Village

By exploiting the potential of art and culture that exists in Paksebali Village, this can be a prominent and sustainable tourist destination. The synergy between the craftsmen group and the tourism sector will not only boost the local economy, but also ensure that this rich cultural heritage is preserved and appreciated by future generations. Innovation in craft products that combines local cultural elements with modern trends. While previous research mostly deals with Although previous research mostly discussed the tourism potential in Paksebali Village, this article focuses on craftsmen who can create various types of products that are attractive to tourists, such as Endek Cloth Weaving Craft, Tedung, Prada Bludru Craft, Lontek Craft, Gambelan Bali Craft, Topeng Bali Craft. This diversification helps attract tourists who have a variety of preferences. This qualitative research was conducted in Paksebali village, Dawan Subdistrict, Klungkung Regency, Bali. Data was collected using the combination between in-depth interview and observations. The informants who participated in this research are craftsmen in Paksebali village, as my case studies. The findings show that through synergies between the craftsmen group and the tourism sector, there is a mutually beneficial exchange of value. Tourists gain experience and quality products, while the craftsmen gain the opportunity to increase their income and expand their market. In addition to economic benefits, these collaborations also have an impact on the preservation of local culture. Craftsmen products often reflect the history, tradition, and identity of a region. With increasing tourist interest in these products, the group of craftsmen is encouraged to continue to preserve and develop their expertise. Craftsmen in Paksebali Village can help increase the village's attractiveness as a tourist destination, while maintaining and preserving local cultural heritage. It is recommended that Craftsmen in Paksebali Village is expected to improve quality and innovation in craft products, setting up a craft centre or gallery, working with tourism agencies, conducting digital marketing and promotion, improving the packaging of craft products to make them more attractive, actively participating in exhibitions and festivals as well as cultural preservation and education.

Убранство коня невесты в традиционной культуре казахов

In the traditional culture of the Qazaqs, the decoration of the bride's horse was a stable attribute of wedding rituals until the mid-1920s. The girl's dowry included the horse and its equipment, which indicated the property status of her family. Horse decoration items were produced either in the Qazaq environment or on the request of nomads in the craft centers of the agricultural oases of Central Asia, primarily in Tashkent. The reason for the presence of identical embroidered blankets in museum collections is due to this circumstance. Saddles for brides the Qazaqs brought from Bukhara; the most popular type of saddles was qurandy yer / sart yer with a head in the form of two twisted elements. In the eastern regions of Qazaqstan, the influence of local traditions in the design of a wedding saddle was noticeable, namely, the use of silver-plated metal plates with perforated patterns. The features of the Qazaq set of equipment for a wedding horse were using a large three-piece at–turman blanket along with the existence of these parts separately; preference for embroidery in decorating of textile items; the presence of a complex saddle kit, including duffel bags-pillows – boqsha, qus-qalta, qopshik – for transporting valuables from the dowry. One of the universal functions of wedding attributes was the magical protection of the bride. In the items under consideration, protection was achieved by using red cloth and bright floral and solar patterns in embroidery and appliqué, decorative elements of a triangular shape (the image of a tumar amulet), bunches of eagle owl feathers, silver overlays on leather harness straps, beads of assorted colors, silk tassels and fringes. The article introduces into scientific circulation rare museum monuments from the collections of the largest ethnographic museums in Russia - the Russian Ethnographic Museum and the Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography of the Russian Academy of Sciences (Kunstkamera) (St. Petersburg). We provide comparative data on the cultural practices of various peoples in Central Eurasia to complete and objectively illustrate the existence of wedding horse equipment among the Qazaqs.

SURXONDARYO VILOYATIDA AN’ANAVIY HUNARMANDCHILIKKA E’TIBOR

This article provides information about the development of many craft centers in the oasis and the employment of residents due to the reforms implemented in the Surkhan oasis for the development of the national craft sector.

Improving Wetlands Entrepreneurial Orientation With Problem-Based Learning (PBL) At The Purun Crafts Center in South Kalimantan, Indonesia

Objective: Purun Danau (Lepironia articulata Retz.) is a typical wetland plant that can be used as high-value craft materials. Efforts to increase wetland entrepreneurial competency in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) expressed in entrepreneurial orientation (EO) are a crucial step to achieve community welfare and play a role in environmental sustainability. This study aims to measure and analyze the effectiveness of training on EO using the Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Theoretical Framework: EO is characterized by innovativeness, proactive attitude and risk-taking that supports the growth and development of MSMEs. Method: This study uses a quantitative method with quasi-experimental pre-test-post-test. Statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS Statistics version 26. Results and Discussion: Results of the study show there is significant difference in the level of EO before and after the implementation of PBL. There has been an increase in the level of EO from pre-test scores ranging between 1,630 and 2,982 and post-test scores between 2,364 and 3,498. Research Implications: This study has strong implications in building wetland MSME entrepreneurs, creating added value to natural wetland resources, and encouraging the creation of eco-friendly products. Originality/Value: This study has originality which focuses on increasing the entrepreneurial orientation of MSMEs with learning and training interventions using Problem-Based Learning (PBL).

Diversification of Eco-Friendly Batik Craft Products with Export Potential

The Laweyan Surakarta batik industry center has more than 100 developing batik IKMs. The existence of the Laweyan Surakarta batik IKM has contributed greatly to the revival of the batik industry in Surakarta after experiencing a downturn due to the pandemic. However, the presence of batik artisans in the Laweyan area of Surakarta has not been optimally accommodated, coupled with the conditions of the Covid-19 pandemic, leading to an 80% decline in the batik trade. The Indonesian Batik Craftsmen and Entrepreneurs Association (APPBI) is still unable to reach all artisans at the grassroots level. Therefore, batik artisans require guidance to maximize their potential in discovering new innovations related to batik handicraft products. The participatory collaborative approach between craft actors (IKM) and educational institutions is expected to increase the bargaining power of batik artisans. The developed batik craft products are still based on local cultural values and strive to improve product quality by adhering to SNI standards. The participatory collaboration model places artisans as actors and educational institutions as partners. This study aims to develop a diversification model for Laweyan Surakarta batik products through a participatory collaborative approach involving educational institutions and batik craft centers to strengthen export potential. This study employs the development research model from Borg and Gall and Mc Kenny’s development research, which is then modified into 2 steps. The two steps include (1) the preliminary study stage as a need and contents analysis. Keywords: diversification, batik, Laweyan, export potential

Investigation of front hydrofoil position influence on the hydrofoil-assisted craft

The hydrofoil is utilized to generate lift force and craft center of gravity (CoG) rise-up, resulting in reduced total resistance and improved performance of hydrofoil-assisted craft. This study focuses on the performance of a hydrofoil-assisted craft equipped with a double front foil and a single rear foil. The position of the front hydrofoil is adjusted by shifting it back and ahead by one chord length in the longitudinal direction to investigate the craft's performance. Various parameters including hydrodynamic resistance, trim angle, CoG rise-up, and hydrofoil pressure coefficient are examined at different volume Froude numbers (Fn∇). The results indicate that the total resistance coefficient exhibits similar behavior across all three states within the Fn∇ range of 0.73–2.2. However, when the Fn∇ is increased to 2.93 and the front hydrofoil is shifted one chord length ahead, a significant increase of 27% in CoG rise-up and 18% in trim angle is observed compared to the base case study. Likewise, a back shift of the front hydrofoil leads to a 54% increase in CoG rise-up and a 30% increase in trim angle.

PUSAT KERAJINAN KRIYA DI BANJARBARU

Various regions in Indonesia have various types of creative economic activities, one of which is the City of Banjarbaru. Banjarbaru has a leading economic sector, namely the craft sub-sector, which consists of embroidery sasirangan and woven purun. However, the development of the craft sector in Banjarbaru has not been matched by adequate facilities. The Handicraft Center in Banjarbaru is a public open space facility that is used to develop and introduce the potential of crafts, especially in the embroidery sasirangan and woven purun to the wider community. The Handicraft Center is designed with the aim of accommodating selected craft activities and attracting the interest of the general public through an approach to the built natural environment that is friendly to the users of the space as well as to the environment. To optimize the environmentally friendly context, the biophilic method is applied with the concept of natural nuances that are adapted to the activities, conditions and needs that exist at the craft center.

Features of the economic development of ancient Russian and German cities in the XII – first third of the XIII century

The subject of the study is the economic life of the city of Ancient Russia and the medieval city of Germany. The object of the study is an ancient Russian and Western European city in the XII – first third of the XIII centuries. For more than a century, the debate has been going on about whether Russia is following its own special path of development, different from the Western one, or whether our country is developing in the general direction of the world historical process, lagging behind Western European states for various reasons. The appeal to the economic problems of the city is due to the exceptional importance of the economic sphere of life, it determines the course of all processes taking place in society, affecting the other subsystems of society. For comparison, we have chosen one of the dominant political centers of Russia in the era of fragmentation – the Vladimir-Suzdal Principality and the cities of Germany, which are a classic example of a medieval city in Western Europe. The work used a comparative historical method that allows us to identify common and specific features of the development of the economic sphere of the urban centers of Ancient Russia and medieval Europe in order to reveal the versatility of the phenomenon of the ancient Russian city. The ancient Russian and medieval German city in the XII – first third of the XIII century had a deep connection with the nearby agricultural district and were agrarian in nature. Despite this, the most important direction of the economic development of the cities of Vladimir-Suzdal land and medieval Germany was their development as trade and craft centers. Merchant associations operate in both countries, and active trade and credit operations are carried out. Both cities were distinguished by the differentiation of the craft and its narrow specialization. The novelty of the study lies in the fact that a comparative analysis of the level of economic development of a significant number of ancient Russian and German medieval cities was carried out. As a result of the study, it was concluded that in German cities of the High Middle Ages, a special urban world was developing, characterized by strict regulation of almost all aspects of the life of citizens. The ancient Russian cities, on the contrary, did not develop a specific urban law that would operate only within the city walls.

Recommender Systems using Hybrid Demographic and Content-Based Filtering methods for UMKM Products

Marketing digitization such as e-commerce is needed by micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM) in Bogor City and Regency so that the products are more easily accessible to consumers. One of the digital marketing that is commonly used by consumers is an e-commerce website. The Recommendation System is implemented into e-commerce websites to increase consumer convenience in online shopping. The recommendation systems method applied is Demographic Filtering and Content-based Filtering. Demographic Filtering uses IMDB Weighted Rating calculations which generate recommendations globally and give recommendations based on each product's IMDB Weighted score. Content-based Filtering uses Cosine Distance calculations which generate personal recommendations and give recommendations based on the score cosine distance of each product in the form of a presentation of the similarity of products that have been purchased with other products. This research uses 107 UMKM fashion and craft product data that was obtained from Bogor City Regional Craft Center which sells various kinds of UMKM products from Bogor City and Regency. Data preprocessing is then carried out on the raw data, with the Data Cleaning, Data Transforming and Data Splitting stages which divide the data in a ratio of 80:20. The accuracy of Demographic Filtering Recommendation System reaches 82.7% and Content-based Filtering Recommendation System reaches 100%.

Bendruomenių kūrimo naudos Lietuvos kaimo vietovėse: praktinė perspektyva

Building communities in rural areas is an important factor in social and economic development. The purpose of this article is to analyze the benefits of community building in rural areas of Lithuania. The literature review discusses the concept of rural community, examines the content of the benefits of creating rural communities, and the research part analyzes the results of semi-structured interviews collected from communities in rural areas of Lithuania. The study found that building rural communities strengthens social ties and reduces social isolation. The community initiatives such as local markets and craft centers help create new business opportunities and jobs, increasing local income and encouraging entrepreneurship. In addition, communities, in cooperation with local authorities and international organizations, can receive financial support, which allows developing infrastructure and improving the quality of services. From a cultural point of view, organized festivals and other events help to maintain and popularize traditions, strengthen community identity and attract tourists. Keywords: rural community building, economic benefit, cultural benefit, social benefit.

МАССОВАЯ КРЕСТЬЯНСКАЯ ИКОНА В РОССИИ: ИСТОРИЯ КРИТИКИ И СЕМИОТИЧЕСКИЕ ИДЕОЛОГИИ

The paper is about the history of public criticism of the craft of so-called raskhozhaya (i. e. mass peasant) craft icons in the 16th – 20th centuries. Such icons produced most often by “lay icon painters” (that is, secular craftsmen from the peasants), were intended for the common people, and therefore were inexpensive, bright and quick to manufacture. The focus of attention is on the large craft center of the mass peasant icon – the so-called Suzdalshchina (Suzdal region), located in the east of the Vladimir province (Kholui, Palekh, Mstera and the surrounding villages). Already at the dawn of crafting the mass peasant icon such a craft had many opponents, primarily among manufacturers and consumers of expensive icons of the “high style” in icon painting. The production of mass artisanal icons as a socio-cultural phenomenon, was largely associated with Modern Times, was aimed at material and technological innovations (printed icons on paper, conveyor principle, the use of new cheap materials, capitalization of production, etc.). Therefore, public controversy was directed not only against the poor quality of the mass product or elements of Old Believer iconography, but also against the use of Western European innovations. Consistently, starting with the articles of the “Hundred–Domed Cathedral” and other texts of the 16th century, the author considers the history of criticism of craft icons, identifies several types of semiotic ideologies – primarily the protective (positive) and the critical (negative).

공예 디자인 지원센터 프로그램 활용을 통한 지역 활성화 방안에 대한 연구

The craft design industry refers to tangible and intangible industries and contents that create economic added value by embodying cultural and artistic elements. It has been developed based on the traditional culture of the country and region. This study aims to suggest ways to create cultural values and revitalize local communities by utilizing these craft design activities. Currently, local communities have undergone rapid industrialization and urbanization due to rapid economic development and rapid growth, and these are expressed as urban environmental problems such as changes in social structure, reduction of exchange, and absence of community activities. In particular, after COVID-19, the concept of community has declined, and life centered on social relations is changing. Therefore, this study analyzes prior research on the operating system of the Crafts Center, which operates craft design programs, and presents a systematic activation plan focusing on the support direction and operation program. This is significant in contributing to the improvement of the quality of life of isolated or unstable local members while playing a role in raising awareness of the cultural industry through craft design and expanding the network of local communities.

Digital Marketing: Solution for Market Expansion of MSME Products

The creative economy has emerged as a catalyst for economic advancement in Bantul Regency, and through the proliferation of craft centers, culinary and industrial enterprises, and the tourism sector, all poised to offer investment prospects. Nonetheless, the advancement of this sector is hindered by the limited capacity of business stakeholders to extend their market outreach. Focusing on the culinary domain, the outreach team assists Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) by imparting knowledge and guidance concerning the significance of adhering to business regulations and licensing. They are adopting digital marketing approaches to amplify their market presence. After training, practical sessions, and mentoring, entrepreneurs now hold a NIB and P-IRT, empowering them to promote their products under their brand identity. These business operators have enthusiastically embraced digital marketing methodologies to market their wares. They are devising plans for expansion, including creating a dedicated exhibition space to showcase their merchandise

Pentingnya Penggunaan Media Social Dalam Pemasaran Produk Di UMKM Bu Mona Craft ( Cenigan Bali )

Community Service is an activity that aims to help certain communities in several activities without expecting rewards in any form. Nagasepaha Village is a village located in Buleleng District, Buleleng Regency, Bali, Nagasepaha Village has various traditions, cultures and handicrafts that are very interesting to study. We chose the craft center as a place for us to do Community Service. The crafts in Nagasepaha Village are hereditary from year to year, as well as from generation to generation. From the above data, we chose to conduct community service in one of the lamak and tatakan dulang craftsmen located in Dajan Margi Hamlet, Nagasepaha Village, Buleleng Regency, Bali. The UMKM that we chose is Mrs. Mona Craft UMKM (Cenigan Bali). The methodology used in this service is 2 starting from preparation to implementation. It was found that social media is very important to support the success of a business.