Sarawakian’s ‘rose bags’ are a labour of love FMTNews FMTLifestyle
PETALING JAYA: Clutches. Totes. Crossbody or hobo bags. Most women would agree that a handbag is more than something to carry their belongings: it’s also a fashion statement.
Speaking to FMT, she said she first came to know of this type of weaving from a YouTube video and was instantly hooked. Jokngau named the bags ‘rose bags’ as the patterns resembled roses. But there is also a deeper meaning.The name of the business, she revealed, was a combination of her name and her late mother’s, Paya’ Uyo’, the woman who taught her how to weave when she was in primary school.Describing her mother as “very artistic and creative”, she said: “She was very good in handicrafts, and I would say that she is the best in my community.
A major challenge, she revealed, was the increased cost of paper rattan. “That is why I had to increase the price of my bags,” she shared.Although some customers weren’t too happy, thankfully, her loyal ones understood., an NGO that helps local artisans expand their distribution channel through an online platform, physical stores throughout the Klang Valley and pop-up events.
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