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Eco-Play is a creative learning activity designed for elementary school students to introduce the concept of environmental sustainability through the activity of coloring and recycling plastic bottles into plant pots. In this program, children are encouraged to explore their creativity by decorating used plastic bottles using paint and various eco-friendly materials. After coloring, the decorated plastic bottles are used as pots to plant small plants, such as flowers or vegetables, which can later be cared for by the children at home or school. This activity also has educational benefits, where children learn about the life cycle of plants and the importance of plants for the environment. By planting and caring for their plants, children will experience the satisfaction of their work and gain a better understanding of ecosystems. Eco Play not only hones creativity but also shapes children's character to be more environmentally conscious and encourages them to become agents of change in the future.

The problem in this research is the lack of implementation process in coloring activities using collage media in increasing creativity in early childhood, the lack of implementation of collage media in increasing creativity in early childhood at PAUD Nursyamsiani, as well as limited teachers to support coloring activities in increasing creativity in early childhood at Nursyamsiani PAUD. The aim of this research is to describe the process of implementing coloring activities using collage media to increase creativity in early childhood at Nursyamsiani PAUD Bakaran Batu Village. This research uses qualitative research with a descriptive approach. The research subjects were school principals and teachers, as well as 25 children with specifications of 13 girls and 12 boys at early age at PAUD Nursyamsiani, complete documents for coloring activities using collage media in increasing creativity in early childhood including the implementation of coloring activities and teaching modules, implementation of coloring assessments, as well as teaching tools such as collage media. Data collection techniques use 3 methods, namely observation, interviews and documentation. Based on research conducted, coloring activities using collage media have a very important role in the development of creativity in early childhood.

Using lip balm is very easy to apply to the lips and lip balm can also moisturize and brighten the lips. Lip balm is resistant to body temperature, and is harmless and smooth when applied so that the lips are cared for and healthy. The anthocyanin contained in mulberry fruit has the potential to act as a purplish red natural dye depending on the presentation of the mulberry fruit extract used, which has the positive side of being an antioxidant and scavenger of free radicals. The aim of this research was to determine the formulation and stability of the lip balm preparation formula using mulberry fruit extract (Morus alba L.) as a natural coloring with an accelerated stability test using 4 cycles. Using this research method, material testing includes organoleptic tests, homogeneity tests, melting point tests, pH tests, spreadability tests, adhesion tests, spreadability tests, stability tests, and hedonic tests, as well as preparation irritation tests. Based on the results of research on making lip balm from mulberry fruit extract as a natural coloring, it can be formulated in lip balm preparations, however if 20% extract is used it can affect the physical properties of the lip balm preparation, neither the 5%, 10%, 15% and 20% formulas. irritation was found.

This Real Work Lecture (KKN) activity was carried out to empower Family Welfare Empowerment (PKK) mothers in Kejagan Village through training in making aromatherapy candles made from used cooking oil. The aim of this activity is to increase the knowledge and skills of PKK women in utilizing used cooking oil into economically valuable products, as well as providing an alternative home business that can increase family income. The method used was a demonstration, where the KKN team demonstrated the process of making aromatherapy candles from used cooking oil directly to the participants. The material provided includes an introduction to used cooking oil, making candles, adding coloring, and using essential oils as fragrances. After the training, participants are given the opportunity to practice making aromatherapy candles independently. Evaluation of activities shows that there has been an increase in the knowledge and skills of PKK women in utilizing used cooking oil into products of marketable value. Apart from that, participants were also enthusiastic about developing an aromatherapy candle business as a home business opportunity. This KKN activity can be a model for community empowerment based on local potential that can be applied in other villages.

Learning activities at the lower elementary school level are a process of preservation from kindergarten to elementary school level, in this case the learning principle applied in the lower grades is learning while playing. Activities that stimulate creativity either directly or embedded in other learning activities. One activity that can stimulate creativity is drawing and coloring. Coloring can increase students' imagination and concentration. Students are expected to be able to choose and combine colors correctly between their imagination and real objects. In the activity of coloring a picture, students will also be measured on how neat and clean the results are. Coloring will create a fun learning process. This research aims to measure how creative students are through coloring competition activities. The research method used is a qualitative method with data collection through observation, interviews and documentation. From the results of research that increases creativity through drawing and coloring activities above, it is clear that students will be more easily interested in playing activities and will be interested in colors. This coloring activity can make students express their thoughts and imagination.

Combinatorial optimization is a fundamental area in operations research and computer science, focusing on identifying optimal solutions from a finite set of possibilities. This study explores the integration of branch and bound methods with heuristic algorithms to address optimization problems in graph theory and discrete mathematics. Python was employed for algorithm implementation due to its flexibility and comprehensive computational libraries, enabling efficient data analysis and visualization. Several benchmark problems were examined, including the Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP), Minimum Spanning Tree (MST), and Graph Coloring. Simulations were conducted using datasets of varying sizes (small, medium, and large) to evaluate performance across different scales. The results demonstrate that the hybrid approach achieves a balance between solution quality and computational efficiency, outperforming brute-force methods in terms of speed while maintaining near-optimal accuracy. Tabulated results and graphical comparisons highlight the reduction in computation time and improved scalability of the proposed method. The findings suggest that combining systematic search strategies with heuristics offers a practical and effective framework for solving complex combinatorial optimization problems. Recommendations for future research include testing scalability with larger datasets, incorporating advanced metaheuristics, and applying the approach to real-world domains such as logistics and network design.

Video marketing strategy plays a very big role in efforts to reach potential customers and campaigns for a brand which will have an impact on increasing product sales. One of the online business people with the greatest interest is women. This is because women have free time to run their business 24 hours a day, as well as business communication skills that can easily influence potential customers. However, on the other hand, the acceleration of technology means that most, if not all, business people must be able to keep up. The most important factor is skills in managing marketing content which is the main media in online business. Women are actually connoted as a gender that is less skilled in technology and is forced to master marketing content. Therefore, this community service activity is intended to provide a solution in the form of training in creating marketing video content to improve marketing so that it has an impact on increasing product sales. The method used is in the form of direct assistance and training in making marketing videos, with the target object being women business actors and non-business actors, who are members of the Kemitir Village PKK. The results and outcomes of this service activity are the creation of new skills for women in Kemitir Village in making short videos which are uploaded to Instagram reels as marketing content.

Background: In sick children, their interests and activities will change, especially if the child needs to be hospitalized. Hospitalization is a child's experience while undergoing treatment in hospital. Prevalence of hospital anxiety in RSUD Dr. Moewardi , the number of children treated in the preschool age ward, namely the flamboyan ward, during the last 4 months starting from January to March 2024 was 465 patients, with 286 preschool age patients and anxiety nursing problems as many as 226 patients. One way to overcome hospital anxiety is play therapy. Objective: to determine the results of anxiety values when applying coloring play therapy in Flamboyan Room 9 Dr Moewardi Hospital. Method: This type of research is a case study that describes anxiety before and after coloring picture play therapy. Results: The results of the application to 2 respondents which were carried out for 2 days with a frequency of 30 minutes a day showed that there was a therapeutic effect of playing coloring pictures. Conclusion; There were differences in the results of anxiety scores before and after the coloring picture play therapy intervention.      

Background : Feelings of anxiety are the impact of hospitalization experienced by preschool children. This impact has the risk of disrupting the child's growth and development and the child's healing process. To reduce anxiety, children can be given play therapy. Hospitalization anxiety in children can make children difficult to eat, restless, afraid, restless, anxious, unwilling to cooperate in treatment, thus disrupting the child's healing process, the hospitalization period in preschool children can also cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) which makes children became traumatized while being treated in hospital. Purpose : To find out the results of anxiety values when applying coloring play therapy in Flamboyan Room 9, Dr. RSUD. Moewardi. Methods : The application was carried out using a descriptive case study method for 2 respondents and was carried twice every 3 day for 30 minutes. Result : Respondent 1, before being given coloring play therapy, obtained an anxiety score of 4 (moderately anxious) and after being given coloring play therapy it became 1 (very not anxious). Meanwhile, for Respondent 2, before being given coloring play therapy, the anxiety score was 5 (Severely Anxious) and after being given coloring play therapy it was 2 (Not anxious). Based on the results of the implementation that has been carried out, there is a reduction in anxiety due to hospitalization. Conclusion : Coloring play therapy can be used as a technique to reduce anxiety in preschool children due to hospitalization.    

This research aims to develop fine motor skills in early childhood through coloring activities at Aisyiyah Baturan Kindergarten in Group B1 with a total of 24 people. Fine motor skills are fine movements that involve certain parts and muscles, this is because it requires less energy but requires careful coordination. Skill development activities for kindergarten aged children’s fine motor skills which aim to hone children’s motor coordination abilities. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with descriptive research type. The data analysis used in this research is data analysis using qualitative descriptive techniques.

Coated tablets are compressed tablets that are coated with a mixture of various substances such as: resin, gum, fillers, sugar, plasticizers, polyols, coloring agents, and flavor enhancers in the active substance. The types of coated tablets that are developing are sugar-coated, thin-coated and enteric-coated tablets. One of the additional materials that plays an important role in making coated tablets is a binder. This review article aims to obtain information and examine what is a good concentration of binder to use in coated tablet formulations. Based on a literature study from several articles collected, it can be concluded that the lactose binder, porang tuber starch, and PVP in several coated tablet dosage formulations, these binders have no effect on the physical properties of the dosage form.

The development of libraries has become part of the physical infrastructure of educational institutions. SMA Negeri 5 Bukittinggi needs infrastructure, library facilities as the heart of education. However, based on the initial survey and analysis, the shape of the elements is not yet optimal in maintaining the spatial concept of library interior design at SMA Negeri 5 Bukittinggi. Some indicators of spatial planning problems include interior design elements; floor, ceiling, lighting, coloring, furniture, air circulation, room circulation and acoustics. The aim of the research is to find out and identify the forms of replacement elements and identify the interior concept of the SMA Negeri 5 Bukittinggi library. The research method uses descriptive qualitative, observation analysis, survey and documentation approaches. Data was collected through interviews with 12 stakeholder sources. The findings show. The shape of the library interior design elements changes: floor; (30 x 30) cm, wall ; cream color, ceiling; white color, lighting; glass windows, air circulation; natural, room circulation; not optimal. The interior design concept applied originates from the needs of library staff and users and already meets the space requirements (including function, users, and expectations to be achieved from a spatial arrangement) but in general it needs to be developed according to the concept expected in the spatial layout. In arranging the library layout, it is necessary to pay attention to the elements, elements of spatial planning and the concept of applying interior design.

. Ecoprint is a type of stamping coloring technique that produces color characteristics in the form of motifs, ecoprint can be applied to fantasy party clothing. The application of ecoprint to fantasy party clothing produces works that are simple but seem luxurious. This fantasy party fashion is a realization of the author's imagination about party clothes that utilize ecoprint techniques. This fabric dyeing technique, has quite a strong appeal among its fans. Fantasy party clothing carries ecoprint techniques in the hope of creating fashion products that are certainly environmentally friendly and reflect the natural wealth of the Blora area, namely teak leaves. This study was designed with the aim of knowing the process of applying ecoprint to fantasy party clothing. The methods used are qualitative methods such as observation, literature, documentation and descriptive data analysis. The steps in the application of ecoprint in fantasy party fashion are making designs, analyzing designs, preparing tools and materials, sizes, archetypes, breaking patterns, cutting materials, merader, sewing, applying ecoprint and finished results. Fantasy party fashion making withecoprint uses bridal satin and organza fabrics. Ecoprint making uses a mordanting technique in which the fabric is steamed for 2 hours. In the process of making ecoprints, you should use shooting glue on the tips of the leaves. This is so that the appearance looks sturdy when used to make variations. Teak leaves used are also prioritized young, so that the color released is maximum and produces the perfect shape in making ecoprints.    

Korespondensi: susanti@aksibukartini.ac.id Abstract. A hairclip is a hair extension that is later woven or clamped into real hair. Hairclips give a thick effect to hair. Hair clips are made from synthetic materials, one of which uses organic materials from pineapple leaf fiber waste. The aims of this research are: 1) to know the process of making hairclips using pineapple leaf fiber 2) to know and validate hairclip products using pineapple leaf fiber 3) to know the public's acceptance of hairclips using pineapple leaf fiber. The methods in this research are observation, literature, experiments, documentation, interviews and questionnaires. The experiment was carried out at Ds. Jangkungharjo RT.01 RW.01 Kec. Brati District. Grobogan, Central Java. The experiment was carried out three times, namely by coloring 1) Staining Pineapple Leaf Fibers Using Clothes Dye 2) Staining Pineapple Leaf Fibers Using Color Spray 3) Staining Pineapple Leaf Fibers Using Hair Dye. Product validation is carried out by three validators through sensory tests. The product validation results are the products in the first experiment. The results of the public test conducted on 60 respondents were that the public's level of liking for the product was 3.32, they were interested in the color of the hairclip, the level of liking for the texture was 3.17, the level of ease of use was 3.45 and the level of liking for the aroma of  the hairclip was 3.12. The conclusion is that overall public acceptance is 3.26 with the description category like score. Repairs need to be made so that the hair remains strong and does not break or fall out easily and tools are needed to make the fiber making process easier..    

Creative learning is innovative and inventive that's vital for children. Qahal Ceria Jayapura is a non-profit community that helps to build children's character and creativity. Qahal Ceria faced obstacles in designing creative learning. This community services takes form in assisting teachers to design creative projects and materials. We designed 2 projects, coloring drawings and making ornaments using simple and natural materials. We expect these projects as references and hoped to motivate teachers for further development. 

This research aims to determine efforts to improve the fine motor skills of children aged 5-6 years through the method of coloring pictures. This research uses a classroom action research approach carried out in two cycles. Each cycle goes through four stages, namely: planning, implementation, observation and reflection. The subjects of this research were Anugerah Soe Kindergarten with 27 children aged 4-6 years, consisting of 8 girls and 19 boys. Data is collected through observation, documentation and performance. Data analysis uses qualitative descriptive methods. The results of the research show that coloring activities are very appropriate for developing the fine motor skills of kindergarten children because through coloring activities children learn about initial writing skills, namely the ability to hold coloring tools, move the wrist and hand-eye coordination which is very useful for the next level of education. Therefore, implementing coloring activities for kindergarten children is considered very appropriate.

Some food industries still use synthetic dyes. Synthetic dyes, if consumed, can harm your health. Turmeric can be used as a natural food coloring. This natural coloring is applied to sweet jelly. This natural coloring agent must be used in fresh juice. To extend the use time of the natural dyes turmeric-bay leaves, ginger-bay leaves, this research was carried out in a variety of storage conditions without using preservatives. The aim of the research was to determine the results of the content of secondary metabolite compounds in turmeric-laurel extract, curcuma-laurel extract, turmeric extract and curcuma extract, in making solid preparations using preservatives, namely citric acid, maltodextin and sucrose. This research uses experimental methods with Sari method is done on a mixture of turmeric-bay leaves and ginger-bay leaves using a water solvent using the distillation method. Determination of variations in storage conditions was carried out for 7 days and the effect of storage temperature. Color stability and intensity measurements were carried out using visible spectrophotometry and characterization methods. The results of this research were obtained. The absorbance intensity test on turmeric-bay leaves was carried out at a wavelength of 425.14 nm with a result of 0.442 (day 1), ginger-bay leaves had an absorbance of 0.490 ( day 1). In the color stability test, there was a change in color from day 3 at drying cupboard temperature, at refrigerator temperature and at room temperature, the color remained stable.

Red rose (Rosa damascena Mill) is one of the plant that can be easily found in Indonesia. The corolla of red roses contains natural dyes, namely anthocyanins which can be used as food coloring and the function as antioxidants or counteract free radicals. The corrola of red roses is used as a raw material in distillation of rose water. Rose water distillation poduces is a dark red liquid. This liquid waste has not been utilized optimally. Therefore, that further research is needed to determine the chemical content in it. So that the expected outcome of this research is the best chemical and sensory analysis of red rose water distillation waste based on it's antioxidant activity. The research design used a 2 factor factorial completely randomized design (CRD). The first factor is the variation of the distillation method while the second factor is the heating temperature of the red rose water waste (heated waste). The optimal treatment result was a combination of steam distillation method variations and 70°C heating temperature with following results obtained : 77,32% RSH DPPH, 61,02% FRAP value, 71,20 mg/g vitamin C, 4,58 mg  total phenol.GAE/ g, pH 4,15, anthocyanin 121,93 mg/g, brightness 27,23 (*L), red-green chromatic 7,13 (*a), blue-yellow chromatic 7,54 (*b). Sensory analysis of color was 4.36 (deep red), other scents were 2.47 (slightly sour), rose aroma was 3.64 (strong), and overall preference was 3.75 (liked).

Education is the process of transferring knowledge, skills and values ​​to shape individual development, both formally in educational institutions and informally. The goal is to improve physical, intellectual, emotional and social abilities so that individuals can play an active role in society. This research aims to explore teaching experiences and approaches in developing students' creativity and artistic talents. The research method used is a case study through in-depth interviews and direct observation in class. The research results found that having various positive experiences in teaching fine arts in grade 1 has influenced his teaching approach. By implementing various effective strategies in overcoming teaching obstacles and adapting methods to student characteristics. The main activities implemented are drawing and coloring projects to stimulate student creativity and expression. One significant approach is to involve students' parents in developing their artistic talents. This research reveals that the approach is very useful in motivating students and creating a pleasant learning climate. This has a positive impact in improving the quality of fine arts learning in grade 1 SD/MI. It is hoped that this research can become a reference in enriching the art learning experience at the initial level of basic education.

Empowerment activities at the Al Falah Kemayoran Foundation are a positive step in improving the quality of life of disadvantaged children. This article reflects an introduction to empowerment innovations through drawing, coloring and general knowledge questions and answers in orphanages. The activity implementation method involves a training and mentoring approach, by providing theory, direct practice, and question and answer sessions. The results of the drawing and coloring activities show the participants' success in carrying out these activities neatly. Meanwhile, general knowledge question and answer activities also went well, showing the children's active participation. During the activity, the empowerment team aims to make a positive contribution by increasing the skills, knowledge and creativity of orphanage children. Material assistance, providing new skills, and creating a positive environment are the focus of the team. Awareness of the need for donations and support from the community was also raised as an important aspect. The conclusion of this activity emphasizes that through collaboration between the orphanage, the empowerment team, and the community, an environment that supports the development of orphaned children can be created. Financial and material support is a key factor in ensuring the education and welfare of children at the Al Falah Kemayoran Foundation. Thus, this empowerment activity can be considered a positive step in creating changes that have an impact on the quality of life of children in orphanages.