The Creation of Transformative Jewellery for Women from Lanna-Style Glass

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to study the process of creating transformative jewellery for women from Lanna-style glass. The essential data from related theories as well as recommendations from five experts were compiled. The satisfactions towards the product were also collected from two groups of people; 1) twenty-five jewellery entrepreneurs and 2) twenty-five working women aged 18-60 years. The total data of fifty samples were analysed. The results found that jewellery can be transformed by the combination of using studs and hooks. The transformation techniques inspired by Tai Lue jewellery; an old ethnic group adorning the body with unique silverware. In terms of the satisfaction on the style of the jewellery, the study showed, both groups were satisfied at the highest level although the mean of the former group is lower than the latter (the mean scores are 4.32 and 4.48 respectively). Likewise, both groups were satisfied with the materials at the highest level however the mean of the latter group is lower than the former (the mean scores are 4.34 and 4.32 respectively). In terms of utility, both groups had the satisfaction at a high level, with the mean of 4.05 and 4.17 respectively. Regarding the price, the entrepreneurs and working women were satisfied at a high level (3.96 and 3.98). For the place of distribution, the entrepreneurs were satisfied at a high level (4.16) while working women were satisfied with the highest level (4.43). The transformation techniques can make more spectacular jewellery. It is also the inheritance of the wisdom of making Lanna-style glass (Kaew Chuen), the monetization for the skilled craftsmen or Sala, and the conservation of the Lanna tradition in Thailand.