08 January 2024
Anonymous Writer
Good news came from the Faculty of Forestry, Universitas Sumatera Utara, as it was announced that Dr. Iwan Risnasari, S.Hut., M.Si has successfully brought eco-printing to be one of the chosen products by Bank Indonesia, Sarinah, Jakarta. Ecoprinting, or printing techniques based on natural plant pigments, is increasingly popular. Besides being considered more aesthetic, various eco-print products are also considered unique. There is only one form of pattern (no duplication) in each product, adding to the work's uniqueness. Ecoprint is made using natural dyes derived from plants, which consist of various organs such as leaves and flowers. Pattern making is done by printing patterns and transferring the natural colors of plants on various materials such as fabric and paper. Until now, ecoprint products have been produced manually without the help of sophisticated tools, so mass production of ecoprint products is still limited. Assisted by her assistants, Dr. Sari can produce a variety of unique and interesting products, such as headscarves, fabrics, notebooks, bags, clothes, and shoes with various models, motifs, and patterns.
Dr. Sari has been exploring the world of ecoprinting since 2019. Over time, her business has become increasingly recognized and in demand by various parties. She considers the high number of underutilized urban resources an excellent opportunity to produce unique and interesting works. In addition, eco-printing activities are also considered an opportunity to improve the economy and reduce the harmful effects of synthetic dyes that can pollute the environment, so eco-prints are classified as environmentally friendly works.
In brief, the eco-printing process begins with the collection of raw materials, such as flowers and leaves, that have intense color pigments. Generally, the types of leaves used by Dr. Sari are teak, gambier and secang leaves. Furthermore, the plant organs that have been collected are then arranged in such a way on the material to be printed, then pressed and steamed for approximately 2 weeks. In the production of ecoprint products, Dr. Sari prioritizes using natural fibers over synthetic fibers. This is because natural fibers bind colors more powerfully than synthetic fibers.
Due to its simple manufacturing process and easily obtainable raw materials, ecoprint has the potential to become one of the promising home industries. Therefore, Dr. Sari and her team, which includes Arif Nuryawan, S.Hut., M.Si., Ph.D and Dr. Bejo Slamet, S.Hut., M.Si conducted various community services related to ecoprint in various areas, such as Pangkalan Susu, Lubuk Kertang, and Sei Gelugur, Deli Serdang. Thanks to her hard work, Dr. Sari has an eco-print business unit called Nauli Eco-print. In addition to producing various ready-to-use works, training in making eco-print products is also carried out in this business unit. Until now, Dr. Sari has been actively conducting research to support improving ecoprint products. She believes that ecoprint can support community development about the potential of environmentally friendly businesses.
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