The Utilization of Patchwork for Interior Decoration in The Form of Macrame Crafts

Abstract

Fabric itself has an important role in human life so the use of cloth continues to increase every day resulting in an increase in textile waste in the environment. One concrete action to reduce textile waste is to utilize patchwork waste to produce interior decoration products in the form of macrame crafts such as mirror frame and small decorative basket. The research method used is the 5 stages of Design Thinking which includes Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype and Test. To produce a product in the form of a macrame craft, it must begin with a recycling process, followed by the stages of sorting, collecting, processing,manufacturing and ending it with the distribution stage of the final product to the general public. The expected result of this activity is the creation of a new product which can be useful for preserving the environment. The final product is also aesthetically appealing and can educate the public about actions to preserve the environment.