LANGKAH PEMBUATAN ECOPRINT SISTEM STEAMING

Summary

This video explains the process of creating ecoprint textiles using the steaming technique. It covers the steps of preparing fabrics, including scouring, mordanting, and making mirobalan, followed by applying natural dyes. The technique involves laying leaves on fabric, rolling it with twine, and steaming for two hours. The result is a unique, environmentally friendly textile product. The process not only opens up creative business opportunities but also encourages sustainable, eco-conscious crafting. Ecoprint promotes a creative economy and can transform low-value materials into valuable, artistic items.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ekprint is a printing technique using natural dyes that creates unique motifs by direct contact between leaves, flowers, and fabric.
• 😀 The steaming technique for coprint involves a variety of tools, including buckets, scissors, and a steamer.
• 😀 Materials used in the process include mori cloth, soda ash, turmeric, kapur manjak, and alum.
• 😀 The first step is scoring the fabric to remove chemicals and wax by soaking it in a mix of water and Turkey Red Oil for 30 minutes.
• 😀 After soaking and rinsing the fabric, it is air-dried before proceeding to the next steps.
• 😀 A solution of mirobalan is prepared by mixing it with hot water and used to soak the fabric overnight for proper dyeing.
• 😀 Mordanting the fabric is done by preparing a mixture of water, vinegar, alum, and soda to help the fabric absorb dye effectively.
• 😀 After mordanting, the fabric is soaked in a solution of kapur for 30 minutes for the fixation process.
• 😀 The fabric, with leaves arranged to create the desired motif, is wrapped in plastic and steamed for 2 hours to create the print.
• 😀 Once steaming is complete, the fabric is rinsed, air-dried, and the print is revealed, ready for use.
• 😀 Coprint offers benefits like creating business opportunities, promoting environmentally friendly creative industries, and turning low-value items into high-value products.

Q & A

What is the basic principle of ekprint?

The basic principle of ekprint involves direct contact between plant materials like leaves, flowers, and stems with fabric, resulting in unique natural color patterns.

What materials are used in the ekprint process?

The materials required include a variety of fabrics like mori cloth, chemicals like Tunjung, kapur manjak, tawas, and specific tools such as buckets, scissors, a steamer, a spatula, and plastic covers.

What is the purpose of scoring the fabric in the ekprint process?

Scoring the fabric helps to remove chemicals and wax from the cloth, ensuring the fabric is prepared to better absorb natural dyes.

What is the first step in preparing the fabric for ekprint?

The first step is to soak the fabric in a solution made of 3 liters of water and Turkey Red Oil (tro), which removes chemicals and wax from the fabric. The fabric is soaked for 30 minutes and then rinsed twice before drying.

How do you prepare the mordant for the main fabric?

To prepare the mordant, mix 4 liters of water with Tunjung, tawas, and soda. Stir it well and add the fabric, kneading it to ensure even absorption. The fabric is then soaked for 30 minutes.

What is the purpose of using mirobalan in the ekprint process?

Mirobalan is used to prepare the fabric to receive dye. It is mixed with hot water and helps to fix the dye onto the fabric more effectively.

What happens during the fiksasi step?

During the fiksasi step, the fabric is immersed in a mixture of 5 liters of water and kapur. After 30 minutes, the fabric is rinsed with clean water, and excess water is gently squeezed out.

How is the pattern created on the fabric during ekprint?

To create patterns, the desired leaves are arranged on the main fabric. The fabric is then covered with a blanket, and the leaves are locked in place. This is followed by rolling the fabric and steaming it for 2 hours.

What is the benefit of the ekprint technique for local businesses?

Ekprint offers a business opportunity in a low-competition market, promoting environmentally friendly creative industries and adding value to materials that would otherwise be considered less valuable.

How is the final product of ekprint prepared after steaming?

After steaming for 2 hours, the fabric is removed from the steamer, the ties are undone, and the fabric is rinsed with clean water. The fabric is then air-dried.