Craft Industry Research Articles

Unicorns and seals: New multivariate approaches to exploring patterned stylistic variation in the Indus Civilization

Inscribed seals are among the most well-known and diagnostic materials of the Indus or Harappan Civilization (c. 2600–1900 BCE), one of the world's earliest urban societies and its first manifestation in the South Asian subcontinent. Since their discovery heralded the announcement of the ancient Indus Civilization over a century ago, inscribed seals have received a considerable amount of scholarly and public attention, and rightly so. In addition to being the primary medium of the undeciphered script, they are some of the finest examples of Indus art and technical virtuosity; and provide important insights into Indus economics, ideology, and administrative behaviors. All of these were important components of Indus organization and integration, which appear to be unique during the third Millennium BCE and are not fully understood. Despite their significance, questions remain concerning how, where, and for whom inscribed seals were produced, and how the organization of this important craft industry changed and varied over time and space. This research investigates these issues using multifaceted methods of formal and statistical analyses on a sample of published inscribed Indus seals engraved with the famous “unicorn” motif. The results demonstrate evidence of variation in unicorn attribute associations that are correlated with diachronic patterns over time and space. Taken together, this research provides new insights into the organizational dynamics of the Indus Civilization. It also highlights the value of investigating craft production to learn more about one of the world's earliest and most unique urban societies.

PENINGKATAN STRATEGI PEMASARAN DAN BRANDING UMKM DESA PENTUR KABUPATEN BOYOLALI MELALUI DIGITAL MARKETING

Economically, most of the residents of Pentur Village are farmers, both working in paddy fields and fields, apart from that, it is also a center for the bamboo woven craft industry which is the livelihood of some of the residents. In fact, Pentur village also has a fairly well-known foundation called "Tumpi Redhouse" which was founded on July 16 2012. In this library there are 2500 book collections, hundreds of film collections, various magazines and reference books. Apart from being a place to read, this library also holds various community empowerment activities such as agricultural activities and MSME groups. Several arts live in this village, various traditional ceremonies such as cleaning the village with shadow puppet performances are still held every year, apart from that, reog art, music and painting are also the breath of artistic activities in this village. The aim of this service is to implement visuals in content and digital marketing formats to improve the economy of Pentur village. Methods for implementing the service include content creator and digital marketing workshops for MSMEs in Pentur village. The resulting output is the implementation of the workshop. At the end of this program, activities will be published via print and online media.

Expanding the Technological Possibilities of Multilayer Micro-Plasma Powder Deposition Process by Optimizing the Quality and Composition of Process Gases

Introduction. Mastering the micro-plasma powder deposition (MPWD) technology for refurbishing parts of nickel-based super alloy aircraft gas turbine engine (GTE) has been remaining a relevant task of the Ukrainian air craft industry for, at least, 15 last years.Problem Statement. MPWD or subsequent heat treatment of GTE parts made of nickel-based super alloy after long-term operating hours, with high γ'-phase content, might reveal increased cracking susceptibility. The search for ways to optimize the welding deposition technology has shown the necessity to scrutinize the positive technological effect of rational choice of the quality and content of process (shielding, plasma and transporting) gases.Purpose. To study the effect of process gas content on the heat source parameters, the conditions of the formation of deposited metal and its quality.Material and Methods. Comparative study of the micro-plasma (PPS04 plasmatron, UPNS-304M welding machine) and TIG (VSVU-315 power source) arc heat parameters depending on welding current and process gas has been conducted by the conventional flow calorimetry technology. Comparative estimation of the total work piece heat input parameters has been made based on the previously developed methodology with registering the welding current parameters based on m-DAQ14 analog-to-digital converter (ADC).Results. The comparative research during MPWD of sample parts has shown that the content and quality of process gases can significantly (up to 2.5 times) affect the amount of heat transferred into the work piece and, respectively, the possibility to provide the technological strength of “base-deposited metal” welded joint.Conclusions. The industrial MPWD process optimization by the criteria of work piece heat input parameters, technological strength of “base-deposited metal” welded joint and filler powder consumption,by means of increasing argon (plasma and transporting gas) quality by other gases impurities content and switch to 90% Ar + 10% Н2 argonhydrogen mixture shielding gas has been established to be promising and expedient way to solve the problem.

Digital and innovative entrepreneurship in the Indian handicraft sector after the COVID-19 pandemic: challenges and opportunities

This research focuses on the factors that barriers and foster (drivers) digital innovation and entrepreneurship amongst small businesses operating in the Handicraft industry after the economic downturn. From the perspective of new Indian craft entrepreneurs, digital and innovative entrepreneurship is crucial to surviving the crisis. It will eventually encourage the development of the handmade goods market and the artisanal reconfiguration as a business. In this study, the qualitative method was used. For the creation of themes, Inductive content analysis (analytical, inductive technique) was used to interview fifty online handicraft business owners who rely on their craft talents for income. After the pandemic, two types of motivation were generated for handmade entrepreneurs. The first motivation was extrinsic, which conditioned the handicraft market, restricted mobility, and upgraded household status for entrepreneurship. The second was intrinsic motivation among the craft entrepreneurs who generated individual and professional skill growth. These two factors encouraged digital craft innovations and entrepreneurial advancement of transitioning handicraft companies to digital platforms. After the interview, respondents explained several hindrances or restrictions, market interruption, and quality internet. Even after that, it resolved as the effect of the pandemic reduced and digital skill training for innovation and entrepreneurship passion increased for developing a robust programme that supports the handicraft new entrepreneurs after the economic calamities. This finding contributes to the area of investigation and contributes to entrepreneurship literature. This study will open the route for making the policy and development of solid strategic plans for the handicraft sector’s new craft entrepreneurs. With the help of innovative and digital entrepreneurs, small-scale or craft industries will boost the Indian economy and give some of the best suggestions for global economies. For developing economies, this study will also empower entrepreneurs to open new dimensions for marketing, supply chain, and exportation and will finally increase the Globalisation of handmade products.

Classical Batik Craft Industry in Imogiri Yogyakarta: Existence and Development in the Perspective of Cultural Resilience

Classical Batik Craft Industry in Imogiri Yogyakarta: Existence and Development in the Perspective of Cultural Resilience

Batik Dermayon: Expression of Femininity in North Coast of Java

To date, Javanese-Indonesian coastal women have only been part of the batik craft industry, but their strategic roles and expressions have never been disclosed or cared. Whereas the feminine side and the aesthetic symbolic adaptation of Batik-crafter women are very important issues in the creation of the Indonesian cultural repertoire. This study succeeded in explaining the visual identity signs and aesthetic structures described by the community of the crafter woman in the Paoman Village, as well as revealing the meaning of the Indramayu written batik motif as a sign in coastal culture.

Potential Sustainability Scenarios for Gringsing Weaving: How Important is Education?

The Gringsing weaving craft industry is a culture-based creative industry with its values ​​and characteristics as a local cultural heritage with innovation and creativity that are important for developing countries and economic growth. Karangasem, Bali, is full of culture-based weaving craft industries such as gringsing weaving. With the rapid modernization of technology, Bali Aga ethnic weavers must adapt to changing times by improving education, skills, and knowledge to maintain the continuity of local traditions. This research aims to determine the probability scenario for the sustainability of ikat weaving in Tenganan Pegringsingan Village, Karangasem. This research is quantitative, with primary data from the results of FGDs with experts who will later determine probability scenarios for sustainability. Researchers will place more emphasis on educational probability scenarios to improve the skills and knowledge of craftsmen. The analysis technique used is SMIC-Prob analysis. The analysis results show that of the five scenarios formulated, there is the best combination with a probability of 0.104, namely the scenario of craftsmen producing as usual, opening a fashion stall, increasing production, and increasing knowledge. The conclusion of the sensitivity of the scenario shows the highest elasticity in the sustainability of gringsing weaving by realizing an educational scenario to increase skills and knowledge of 1.102. It can be concluded that the sustainability of gringsing weaving is largely determined by the educational scenario to improve the skills and knowledge of craftsmen. Training programs and instilling character values ​​as support for gringsing weaving craftsmen need to be improved to maintain the sustainability and development of gringsing weaving.

Challenges and Opportunities among Local Entrepreneurs in Malaysian Arts and Crafts Industries following Post-COVID-19 Pandemic

The Malaysian art and craft industry contributes to people's social well-being through job opportunities and income generation. The implementation of the lockdown has jeopardized the sustainability of these industries due to canceled and postponed activities to curb the spread. Despite this situation, Malaysian entrepreneurs have maintained and increased sales by adapting marketing strategies to be flexible in difficult moments. This study aims to gain the inside of local entrepreneurs through an initial observation during a craft festival after post-COVID-19. It summarizes the strategies to overcome the situation, including the development of products, promotion, digital skills, and marketing

Identity Navigation and Self-Positioning in a Changing Craft World: Creativity and Cultures of Emerging Self-Employed Craft Workers in Jingdezhen

Following four-months of ethnographic fieldwork among the young, self-employed craft workers in Jingdezhen, this article explores the diverse identities and emerging cultures associated with craft that differ from the popular imaginaries of craftspeople, or shouyiren, in the Chinese mainstream media that focus on the older generations. By conducting participant observation, in-depth interviews, and the diary method, I found that while the profiles of “craft workers” or “craftspeople” are favoured by the recent waves of self-employed craft workers in Jingdezhen, these workers do not fully identify as craftspeople, traditionally characterised by their professionalism, perfectionism, enthusiasm, and persistence; nor as artists. Instead, they are positioned in between different identities, such as traditional craftsman, workman, artist-crafts worker, and artist. I argue that the wavering between different identities according to the occasion and targeted audience not only allows self-employed craft workers in Jingdezhen to escape from the monotonous routines and patriarchal norms of the older generations’ craft conventions, but also facilitates a re-configuration of craft identities within a craft industry that is changing. Secondly, I found that creativity is emphasised in their self-positioning and becomes an alternative means of achieving recognition, status and mobility in Jingdezhen’s craft industry. Based on these discussions, the study provides a fuller picture of a new form of craft labour developing in Jingdezhen.

Analysis of crafts (Kriya) creative industries: a case study of policy development in Banten Indonesia

<span lang="EN-US">This study analyzes the development of a leading sector in the creative industry in Banten Province, namely Kriya or Craft. The study used a qualitative descriptive method by conducting a survey of creative industry players in Banten province. Primary data is obtained by interviews and questionnaires while secondary data is obtained from relevant data, literature, and other sources. Data analysis using SWOT to determine the factors of strength, weakness, opportunities, and threats based on the selected indicators. After the measurement of strength, weakness, threat, and opportunity were obtained then entered into the EFAS and IFAS Matrix table by scoring each identified factor. The results of the study showing the position of the Craft Industry based on local potential in Banten Province depend on cell 5a (2.04; 2.47) so that the strategy taken is a stable growth (Growth) strategy, namely concentration through horizontal assistance. Provincial governments can integrate horizontal strategies in the development of the creative economy through 1) Regional policy for sustainable craft creative industry development; 2) Optimizing HR capacity and assets; 3) Improving market access for crafts (kriya) products; 4) Conducting training that focuses on continuity and on target; 5) Improving the mindset of creative industry player; 6) Developing a pattern of partnership cooperation.</span>

Analysis of Local Culture in Primary School Education Curriculum in Banggai District

This study explores the diversity of local cultures in implementing the curriculum in elementary schools in Banggai District, an area rich in distinctive and diverse local cultures. To maintain the noble values ​​of the Indonesian nation, this cultural diversity needs to be preserved and developed through education. One way to make this happen is through utilizing local culture in the curriculum structure, known as local content. This research uses a local cultural analysis approach in the development of the basic education curriculum, with the following stages: first, identification of the curriculum context, which includes an analysis of characteristics, potential, advantages, local wisdom, and regional needs/demands. Second, an analysis of local culture, which will be developed in the basic education curriculum, includes four clusters of local content covering socio-cultural-political, economic, environmental, and other local-specific dimensions. The results of the study indicate that several elementary schools in Banggai Regency have implemented local content subjects in accordance with Banggai Regent Regulation No. 56 of 2017 concerning Local Language Local Content Curriculum (Saluan & Balantak). Based on an analysis of the context and potential of local culture and aspects of basic education curriculum development, several local cultures can be developed, including developing tourist destinations, developing regional languages, developing regional skills and craft industries, and preserving regional arts and sports.

Identification of work‐related injuries among Dhokra handicraft artisans influencing sustainable growth of bell metal handicraft industry: An unorganized sector of Chhattisgarh, India

AbstractHandicraft is the backbone of rural economy of countries of South Asia and Southeast Asia. Bell metal handicraft known as “Dhokra craft,” is an important metal handicraft practiced in India. Commercialization of this craft industry has increased working hours but the business model is still cottage‐based. Manual manufacturing for commercial needs has increased incidence of hand injuries among the artisans affecting sustainable growth. The objective of this research is to find the cause of work‐related hand injuries of the artisans of bell metal handicraft industry to provide direction for future research. Occupational risk on hands were identified using Modified Dutch Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. Severity of hand symptoms were assessed by Modified Boston Hand Evaluation Questionnaire. Direct observation and task analysis was further used to understand the risk involved in the job. Use of hand tools and power tools play significant role in the development of hand injuries among the artisans. Hand problems such as amputation, burning marks, loss of sensitivity, and tingling sensation were highly observed among artisans, those with experience >31 years. Experienced artisans undergo more occupational hand injuries, causing absenteeism, job turnover, and job loss. This ultimately affects the sustainable growth of the Dhokra trade community.

Development Of A Small Tile Craft Industry In An Effort To Increase The Welfare Of Crawings In Islamic Economic Perspective

This study aims to analyze the development of the small tile craft industry in Pragak, Pekalongan Selatan, Pekalongan City, from the perspective of Islamic economics, with the primary goal of enhancing the welfare of craftsmen. Adopting a field research approach, the researcher directly engages with the industry and collects data to gain comprehensive insights into the existing challenges and potential solutions. The process of business development is viewed as a gradual and systematic means to improve the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and overall performance of those responsible for managing the craft industry. Central to this approach are key Islamic principles such as honesty, trust, friendliness, fairness, and patience, which guide the formulation and implementation of strategies that ensure mutually beneficial outcomes for all stakeholders involved. The study emphasizes the significance of aligning the tile craft industry's activities with the needs and aspirations of the community, contributing to humanitarian causes, and promoting prosperity within the society. By adhering to Islamic values and positively impacting the community, the small tile craft industry has the potential to thrive while fostering the well-being of craftsmen and society as a whole.

Sustainable design in the Iraqi craft industries and ways to develop them

Research on sustainable design in Iraqi craft industries and ways to develop them is essential to preserving the cultural heritage and authenticity of these industries while promoting environmentally sustainable practices. Lack of access to modern technologies, knowledge and resources may hinder the growth of these industries and their ability to compete in the global market. The research problem revolves around finding ways to develop sustainable design in the Iraqi craft industries. The expected outcomes of this research include a clear definition of sustainable design, understanding the history of sustainable design in the craft industry, identifying different types of craft industries in Iraq, exploring the basic concepts of sustainable design, evaluating the effectiveness of processing reeds and palm fronds, and identifying natural materials that can be used in craft industrial products in Iraq. Finally, this research can contribute to the development of sustainable and competitive craft industries in Iraq that comply with sustainable design principles, preserve the country's cultural heritage, and promote sustainable development.

Sustainability Analysis Of Gerinsing Weaving Industry: Probability Approach

The gerinsing weaving (tenun gerinsing) craft industry is a culture-based creative industry that has its own values ??and characteristics as a local cultural heritage. It can also link traditional knowledge with innovation and creativity which is considered important for a number of developing countries because it has economic potential and has an impact on economic development. Karangasem as one of the regencies in Bali which is full of culture-based woven crafts industries such as geringsing woven fabrics.There are many stakeholders who care about and have an interest in the sustainability of the gringsing weaving industry. The existence of uncertainty also cannot be ruled out to maintain its sustainability. The objectives to be achieved in this study are: 1) to determine the probability scenario of grinsing weaving sustainability; 2) to determine the sensitivity of scenarios driving the sustainability of grinsing weaving in Tenganan Pegringsingan Village, Karangasem.
 Primary data were obtained from respondents through distributing questionnaires to craftsmen, consumers and stakeholders. The distribution of this questionnaire is a survey to obtain data as a comparison of the results of Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with experts who will later determine the probability scenario of sustainability. The prospective analysis used in this study is the SMIC-Prob analysis.
 ResultsThe analysis shows that of the four (4) scenarios formulated as a result of the FGD with experts, there is a combination of scenarios with the highest conditional opportunity, namely the 1101 combination, which means that the scenario of craftsmen producing as usual, apart from producing, also side comersial, and reducing production is the best combination with probability 0.124. While the sensitivity of the scenario is shown with the highest elasticity results in the increase scenario (increasing production) of 1.422, which is heavily influenced by the scenario of continuing to produce as usual of -0.624, which means that every 100% increase in the chance of producing as usual will reduce the chance of craftsmen increasing production by as much as 62.4 percent.

Potensi Limbah Cangkang Kerang sebagai Kerajinan Sederhana Rumah Tangga di Desa Jampue Kecamatan Lanrisang Kabupaten Pinrang

The use of local materials in the creative industry is now leading to a global economic market. This also had an impact on the women in the Jampue Village PKK who used shell waste as a household-scale craft industry. This service activity aims to educate PKK women in Jampue Village to be more creative in utilizing shell waste as a mainstay product that can compete in the international market. The stages of implementation carried out are by means of socialization and workshops regarding the procedures for making and selecting shells that have the potential to be used as household scale crafts. The implementation of this mentoring program was able to increase the understanding of PKK women in Jampue Village regarding the potential of shell waste which can be used as crafts.

The Comprehension of Halal Certification for Leathercraft Industry in The Local Business

The Halal Product Guarantee Act states that all products circulated and traded in Indonesia must be halal certified, including non-food use items such as leather handicraft products. Moreover, this product is made from animal skin which has many critical points so a halal certificate is needed to guarantee the halalness of the product. Halal certificates are obtained through a certification process that must be fulfilled by producers or entrepeneur. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of understanding of producers or business actors of the leather craft industry about halal certification and to know the obstacles faced by business actors of the leather craft industry about halal certification. This research is qualitative research with a descriptive analysis method. Data collection was obtained through interview techniques with leather craft industry entrepreneurs in Sukaregang Garut. Based on the results of the study, the researcher concluded that entrepreneurs with low understanding were 20%, entrepreneurs with moderate understanding were 40%, and entrepreneurs with perfect understanding were 40%.

Peran Pemerintah Kota Malang dalam Membangun Inovasi Digital Marketing UKM Industri Kreatif Kriya

This study aims to analyze the role of the Malang City government in building digital marketing innovations for SMEs in the creative craft industry. Innovation in digital marketing in Indonesia continues to grow along with changing trends and market needs, including the craft creative industry. In addition to the cities of Bandung, Bali and Yogyakarta which are known for their craft creative industry SMEs, Malang City is also one of the important cities in Indonesia in the craft creative industry SMEs. To examine more deeply the role of the Malang City Government, descriptive qualitative research methods are used. Descriptive qualitative research methods include the use of observation, interviews, case studies, or document analysis. The collected data is then systematically analyzed and interpreted to describe and explain the observed phenomena. The results show, in addition to being supported by the ecosystem, demography, geography and tourism in Malang City, the Malang city government also has a significant role in efforts to Build Digital Marketing Innovation for SMEs in the Creative Industry Kriya. This can be seen from holding a Technical Workshop on Creative Craft and Fashion Industries for Small and Medium Industries (IKM), and the construction of the Malang Creative Facility (MCC) Building located on Jalan Ahmad Yani Utara Malang City, East Java, used as an incubation facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) and the creative economy sector.

Business Intelligence Framework for Mapping Analysis of Crafts Creative Industry Products Exports in West Java, Indonesia

This paper aims to develop a framework model of a business intelligence system for mapping exports of the creative craft industry in West Java. The main problem is the lagging of the craft industry exports due to the lack of responsiveness in capturing export opportunities. In addition, the absence of a business intelligence system in the craft industry to analyze export mapping in the global market is why this study is important. The research methods used in this literature are data collection and consolidation, identification of information needs, and business intelligence framework design. The data studied in this study are primary data related to export sales of handicrafts in West Java in the form of exporter data, export commodity data (HS code), export trade transactions, export destination country data, and the total value and volume of exports. The proposed model is a BI framework for mapping the creative craft industry exports and the stages of the BI implementation process. Based on the results and discussion, the proposed BI framework design can provide a framework for implementing a business intelligence system to analyze the export mapping of handicraft products in West Java, Indonesia.
 Keywords: Business Intelligence System (BIS), decision support system, mapping analysis of craft product exports, craft business indicators

Sugar in the hospitality industry

This study is designed to reveal the role of sugar in the hospitality industry. The purpose of the study is to analyze the range of sugar used in restaurant technologies and develop recommendations for its expansion and application, the creation of a gastronomic brand based on sugar. The subject of the study was the fruits of wild plants: viburnum (Viburnum opulus), sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.), elderberry (Sambucus nigra), mountain ash (Sorbus aucuparia) and fortified sugar. It is proposed to enrich sugar with a derivative product of processing wild fruits by the method of osmotic dehydration (sugar solution). It is expedient to use this technology in craft industries. An analytical review of literary sources was carried out, on the basis of which directions for the use of various types of sugar in restaurant technologies were formulated. It has been established that the high cost of imported sugars contributes to an increase in the cost of products with their use. The methodological basis for creating a gastronomic brand was the improvement of approaches to the cultural branding of Ukraine in the international arena by planning the development of "gastronomic tourism" not only as a tourist attraction, but also as a tool for implementing the strategy of public diplomacy. The gastronomic brand "Noble Sugar" was developed on the basis of local raw materials. Directions for the use of fortified sugar in the production of many foods and drinks have been developed, which can be attributed to gastronomic innovations. The presented products are unique and have no analogues in the hospitality industry