Contemporary Jewelry Design in Preppy Style Combined with Streetwear Using Enamel Techniques Inspired by Wiang Kalong Ceramic Patterns in Hua Fai Sub-district Wiang Pa Pao District, Chiang Rai Province

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to 1) study the identity of the costume of the Kintsugi Technique and the Kintsugi Technique as a concept for jewelry creation, 2) design and manufacture contemporary jewelry from ceramic fragments using the Kintsugi Technique, and 3) evaluate the quality of contemporary jewelry from ceramic fragments using the Kintsugi Technique. The research uses an integrated research methodology. By integrating qualitative and quantitative research. The sample consisted of 70 female consumers aged 35–44 years, ceramic entrepreneurs, people with knowledge of the kinkkara and jewelry design and manufacturing experts. mean and standard deviation. The results show that the key identity of the carrot costume is pronounced in the elements of the body, wings, and tail, especially the wings and tail, which reflect the shapes, colors, rhythm of movement, and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, The Kintsugi technique can elevate the depleted ceramic fragments from its original use to new value. Both in terms of beauty, meaning, and sustainability. The result of the design and production was 1 set of jewelry prototypes, including necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. The results of the quality assessment by experts showed that the overall quality was at a high level. It has an average value of 4.46 and a standard deviation of 0.24, reflecting that such jewelry is able to integrate cultural values. Contemporary design and sustainable development concepts are significant.