INNOVATIVE SYNTHESISED TEXTILE FROM PREHISTORIC SOIL TO DESIGN ETHNIC CONTEMPORARY COSTUMES IN PANG MA PA DISTRICT, MAE HONG SORN PROVINCE

Abstract

The purpose of the research is to demonstrate potentials of the innovative biological material from synthesised prehistoric soil from Pi man Cave, Pang Mapa District, Mae Hong Sorn. The area is an acheological site from late Holoscene period (wood caskets or metal-iron period) dated 2,660-1,100 years ago. The knowledge is integrated with contemporary ethnic costume design. The aim is to reflect aesthetics and harmony in the way of living between human and the nature. It communicates local wisdom, creative self-awareness, and profound respect to the ancestors which are unique characteristics of the ethnic people. In addition to the aesthetical philosophy, essence of the research is the scientific experiment aiming to produce a biological material as a new alternative material which is environmentally friendly and enhances natural resources security. It is a conscious use of limited resources and fair management of cultural capital which enables effective future use. The circular material design is produced with clean technology and zero-waste which decreases independency on imported materials. It has a potential to create job opportunities to increase income of the community by applying the innovation from the research for commercially. This shall allow secure and sustainable economy for the country.