Abstract:
The objective of this research was to determine the identity of Mudmee silk for Ban Muang Noi Mudmee silk weaving group, Buriram province by studying community life to develop identity for Mudmee silk weaving group. This research was a mixed method research through exploratory sequence research. The methodology began from qualitative research to integrated with quantitative research. The sample of this study was local villagers in Ban Muang Noi Mudmee silk weaving group, Buriram province. In this research, the researcher and local villagers worked together by sharing knowledge. Data were collected through interview, observation, and experiment. The data were analyzed using a circle diagram analysis. Multidisciplinary framework was applied as conceptual framework including pattern design, natural color dying, binding silk thread, weaving Mudmee silk,Product development, artistic theory in composition for pattern design. The results of this research showed that silk dyed from water from cleansing rice (soaked and boiled water for daily meal) could be used to create Mudmee silk. Water from washing rice could be used to dye silk and soften silk for further sewing under the good qualities such as well-wearable, negative skin allergenic and hazardous. After washing, the color would not be run and faded and the color was durable and resistant to sun exposure. The beautiful pattern conveyed local life of rice harvesting and earning a living of Isaan people. The design was based on the idea of creating "Kor Champa" pattern, the traditional pattern of Ban Muang Noi, for becoming Kor Khao Kam pattern. Thus, Kor Khao Kam pattern is the identity of Ban Muang Noi Mudmee silk weaving group, Buriram province.