Design product innovation for the elder from remnant fabric local woven to create value and increase commercial value

Abstract

The objectives of this research are: 1. to design innovative products for the elderly from local woven fabric scraps left over from sewing that can help and promote health in their lives; 2. to create product guidelines for the elderly from woven fabric scraps. Native leftovers from tailoring that are unique, create value and add commercial value. From the study of rags from local woven cloth left over from sewing Weaving indigenous fabrics, which are local wisdom. Has been used to process various products such as clothing, bags, guards, there will be a discarded part that is not used Therefore, in this research, the rag was used to develop the design of products for the elderly. There is a worthwhile use of local fabric scraps. focus on style Techniques for creating curved surfaces Embossed into a ball to create a texture and pressure. In terms of shape design, it can be used with the elderly. can help and promote health in life Characteristics of the product is a product that can be administered to muscles. parts of the body of the elderly. The results of the experiment by bringing innovative products for the elderly from the waste of local woven cloth were tested on 22 elderly people in terms of form, beauty, function, use. It was found that the elderly were satisfied with the innovative products for the elderly. with an average of 4.51, is the most innovative product for the elderly from various forms of local woven fabrics It is designed to be a guideline for application. production for sale This will result in the community learning to design products related to the elderly. Community can develop potential Community products and products for the elderly resulting in the creation of local product identity It is a process of creating a body of knowledge and extending local wisdom for benefits.