Grade-C kenaf fiber (poor quality) as an alternative material for textile crafts

Abstract This research focuses on the development of utilizing Grade-C kenaf fibers (poor quality) produced from plantations in Pesanggarahan village, Lamongan regency, Indonesia, to produce alternative textile materials for craft and products. High-quality have been utilized automotive, pulp paper, geotextile industries, while low-quality are considered less potential only used as gunny sacks. was conducted through an exploration experimental approach, dividing process into four stages, namely: (1) scouring stage using standard degumming cellulose fibers; (2) testing strength elongation (3) bleaching (4) with design approach create yarn fabric weaving crochet techniques, results were quantitatively tested identify their mechanical physical properties. is beneficial a solution add value material trends