Rattan, willow, grass, and vine product manufacturer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Craftsman who weaves and assembles baskets, furniture, decorations, etc., using plant materials such as rattan, bamboo, willow, grass, and vines.
Description
Rattan, willow, grass, and vine product manufacturers select and process plant materials such as rattan, bamboo, willow, grass, and vines, and manufacture baskets, furniture, and decorations through weaving, assembly, and finishing. They handle pre-treatments such as lye removal, drying, and splitting techniques for materials, as well as fine adjustments to weave patterns using tools (knives, weaving machines, mallets, etc.), and protection and decoration through painting and lacquering. While preserving traditional techniques, they are also required to propose designs tailored to customer needs and utilize new materials.
Future Outlook
While successor shortages progress due to aging, demand continues steadily due to the rising value of traditional crafts and tourism needs. Challenges for the future include high value-added development and fusion with modern designs.
Personality Traits
Excellent aesthetic sense / Meticulous / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Member of traditional crafts association / Self-employed sole proprietor / Small lot production / Workshop employment
Career Path
Apprentice → Craftsman → Advanced craftsman → Workshop owner / sole proprietor → Traditional crafts instructor
Required Skills
Painting / Tool operation / Understanding material properties / Weaving techniques (basket weaving, willow work, grass weaving)
Recommended Skills
Customer service and sales skills / Design sketching / Quality control / Traditional crafts knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision in fine weaves and finishing directly affects quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Necessary to create aesthetic appeal and uniqueness in products. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Manual work is more important than complex analysis. |
| Communication Skills | Mainly individual work. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Minimal quantity calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Traditional Craftsman
Aliases
- Bamboo product manufacturer
- Grass weaving craftsman
- Rattan product manufacturer
- Vine craftsman
- Willow craftsman
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