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Randualas Village is located in Kare District, Madiun Regency and has abundant potential for corn plant biological resources. The available corn husk waste sometimes only becomes a pile of garbage and has not been utilized optimally. Community service aims to foster insight in the Randualas village community and the economic value of corn husk waste. The method of implementing community service is through socialization and training in making handicrafts from corn waste. The results of this activity are the creation of increased community insight in the management of corn husk waste and the results of handicrafts that have sales value from corn waste. Based on the results of the pre-test and post-test, an increase in insight of 50% was obtained. The handicrafts produced are not only used to beautify the interior of residents' homes but are also sold to increase residents' income. This activity can increase insight, creativity, and income of village residents. The follow-up to this activity will be carried out continuous training and efforts are made so that the handicrafts can be marketed online so that they can improve the economy of Randualas village residents.

This community service aims to optimize the use of local potential in Ujong Tanoh Darat Village, Meureubo District, West Aceh Regency, in order to improve community welfare and realize village independence. Local village potential, such as natural resources, cultural diversity, and rich local wisdom, have not been optimally utilized, one of which is the management of plastic and household waste. This program focuses on community empowerment through skills training in processing waste into products of economic value, such as handicrafts from plastic waste and ecoenzymes from organic waste. As a result, the community gains new skills that can increase family income, reduce plastic waste, and increase environmental awareness. In addition, this program creates new economic opportunities through marketing local products and strengthening cooperation between residents. The sustainability of this program is expected to continue to support village economic independence, with support from the village government in developing environmentally friendly local potential-based businesses.

The creative industry in Indonesia has grown rapidly in recent years, resulting in increasingly intense trade competition and various innovations in product marketing. This research focuses on the handicraft industry, especially in the manufacture of accessories such as bracelets, necklaces, and rings. Although the meronce looks simple, the biggest challenge is to create a unique design and ensure the strength of the connecting rope so that it doesn't break easily. Meronce accessories is an activity or process of stringing various elements into an attractive and functional whole, such as bracelets, necklaces, and rings. Usually, meronce is done by using elastic straps as a connecting medium and beads as decorations. While it looks easy and everyone can do it, not everyone has the same design idea when it comes to accessories. In addition, the challenge in meronce is the process of swallowing. We must be able to ensure that when accessories are used, the strap does not come off easily. These beaded accessories can also be a fashion support worn by someone.

This research aims to analyze assistance in making environmentally based handicrafts as part of the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Program (P5) at SDN 3 Demulih. P5 is designed to build student characters who are creative, care about the environment, and are able to work together. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method, this research evaluates the effectiveness of mentoring in increasing students' creativity and awareness of environmentally friendly lifestyles. The research results show an increase in students' ability to use recycled materials to create useful products as well as increased awareness of environmental issues. This program has also succeeded in strengthening the application of Pancasila values, especially cooperation and social responsibility. Apart from improving practical skills, this activity forms students' character who cares about the environment and is oriented towards sustainability.

This research aims to analyze assistance in making environmentally based handicrafts as part of the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Program (P5) at SDN 3 Demulih. P5 is designed to build student characters who are creative, care about the environment, and are able to work together. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method, this research evaluates the effectiveness of mentoring in increasing students' creativity and awareness of environmentally friendly lifestyles. The research results show an increase in students' ability to use recycled materials to create useful products as well as increased awareness of environmental issues. This program has also succeeded in strengthening the application of Pancasila values, especially cooperation and social responsibility. Apart from improving practical skills, this activity forms students' character who cares about the environment and is oriented towards sustainability.

The Nias tribe as a society that is diverse in culture and biodiversity in it holds various phenomena that we need to explore. It is known that the community, especially in South Nias, utilizes many plants as handicraft materials. We conducted this research with the aim of knowing the types of local plants used as handicraft materials and how to process them. The method we used was a qualitative method using data collection techniques such as; observation, structured interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique used is through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Based on the results and findings of the research conducted, there are around nine types of plants that are utilized by the people of South Nias as handicraft materials. We conclude that the study of ethnobotany as a handicraft material for the people of South Nias has become an ancestral tradition and is a hereditary legacy.

Community economic empowerment is a strategic step in improving welfare and economic independence, especially in areas rich in local resources. Economic literacy plays a crucial role in this process, as it provides communities with the knowledge and skills to understand and manage resources efficiently and sustainably. This article examines efforts to empower communities economically through the enhancement of literacy and the management of local resources. With an economic literacy approach that covers aspects of financial management, business operations, and marketing, communities can maximize the potential of local resources to create added economic value. This study highlights various forms of local resources, such as agricultural products, fisheries, and handicrafts, and their potential to drive local economic growth. The analysis shows that good economic literacy not only improves the community's ability to make informed economic decisions but also contributes to poverty reduction and overall improvement in the quality of life. Therefore, empowerment through literacy and local resource management is key to achieving inclusive and sustainable economic development.

The optimization of local resources is a key strategy in improving community welfare, particularly in rural in Perkebunan Maryke Village. Through economic literacy, communities can be empowered to understand, manage, and effectively and sustainably utilize the potential resources around them. This article discusses the role of economic literacy in strengthening the community's capacity to manage local resources to achieve better economic welfare. It also explores how empowerment programs, such as the Community Service Program (KKN), can act as catalysts in expanding the community's understanding of economics, particularly in managing local assets such as agriculture, fisheries, and handicrafts. The study results show that good economic literacy enables communities to make more informed decisions regarding investment, production, and marketing of local products, which ultimately contributes to increased income and social welfare. Therefore, strengthening economic literacy is a strategic step in empowering communities to become more economically independent through the utilization of their local resources.  

The Community Service Program (KKN) of UIN Walisongo in Sendang Dawung Village, Kendal Regency, aims to develop the local economy by strengthening Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Intensive discussions with the village community identified various local potentials, such as agricultural products, handicrafts, and traditional processed foods. However, challenges faced include limited capital, restricted market access, and a lack of managerial skills. To address these issues, a series of workshops and mentoring programs were designed, covering business management training, product quality improvement, business digitalization, and ongoing support. Additionally, collaboration with various local stakeholders, such as the Cooperative and MSME Office and financial institutions, was established to enhance support for village MSMEs. The results of this program are expected to increase the competitiveness of MSME products, open up broader market access, and ultimately improve the welfare of the Sendang Dawung Village community

The problem of plastic waste is a pressing global issue. In addition, the increase in plastic waste production encourages the search for sustainable management solutions. This study explores the potential of ecobricks as an alternative for managing plastic waste. By converting plastic waste into handicrafts that can be used as photo objects, ecobricks not only reduce the volume of waste but also provide economic added value. This study analyzes the life cycle of ecobricks, from the manufacturing process to their use in construction. The results show that ecobricks have promising potential in reducing the environmental impact of plastic waste and encouraging a circular economy.

KKN activities in Sumberarum Village Hamlet II are directed at realizing a more religious, clean, and creative village. The main issues identified were the lack of community participation in religious activities, lack of awareness of the importance of environmental hygiene, and limited economic opportunities for the community. The research objectives include increasing community participation in religious activities, increasing awareness of the importance of environmental cleanliness, empowering the community through handicraft training, and encouraging young children to recognize themselves. The research methods used include observation, interviews, documentation, and evaluation. The programs carried out include religious competitions in the month of Muharram, mutual cooperation for environmental empowerment, self-introduction education for kindergarten children, making signposts for the kadun, RT / RW, and mosque, and training in making handicrafts from palm trunks. The results of these activities show an improvement in the quality of community life, among others reflected in the increased participation in religious activities, the realization of a cleaner and more organized environment, and the growth of community interest in developing handicraft businesses. In addition, educational activities for kindergarten children also have a positive impact on child development.

This community service project aims to highlight the significant role of handicrafts in preserving cultural identity, particularly in the context of Blora. Ikatan Wanita BRI (IWABRI) has been actively involved in promoting traditional handicrafts as a means of empowering women and revitalizing local communities. By providing training and resources, IWABRI help artisans to create unique and sustainable products that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Blora. The methodology employed in this community service initiative was Participatory Action Research (PAR), a strategic framework designed to foster learning and address community needs concurrently. This approach encompassed five stages: understanding, planning, acting, changing, and knowing. A total of 21 individuals participated in the program. The initiative successfully enabled participants to conceptualize and produce handicraft designs from inception to completion. However, the quality of the final products varied due to individual skill disparities.

This study aims to analyze how Family Empowerment and Welfare (PKK) plays a role as a driver of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in realizing a creative economy in Gubugsari Village. This study uses a qualitative approach by collecting data through interviews, observation, and documentation review. The results show that the PKK in Gubugsari Village plays an important role in empowering MSMEs through various programs, such as skills training, capital provision, and marketing assistance. These programs have encouraged the growth of creative industries in the village, such as handicrafts, culinary, and fashion. In addition, the PKK also plays a role in facilitating cooperation between MSMEs and other stakeholders to develop the creative economy ecosystem in Gubugsari Village. In conclusion, PKK has a significant role as a driver of MSMEs in realizing the creative economy in Gubugsari Village through various empowerment programs implemented.  

The creative industry in Indonesia has experienced rapid growth in recent years, causing increasingly tight trade competition and various innovations in product marketing. This research focuses on the handicraft industry, especially accessories such as bracelets, necklaces and rings. Even though stringing looks easy, the biggest challenge is creating a unique design and ensuring the strength of the connecting rope so that it doesn't come loose easily. As technology develops, handicraft producers are now utilizing digital marketing to expand their market reach. Digital marketing, which involves the use of social media for promotion, has become a key strategy in the industry. This research specifically highlights the use of the social media platform TikTok as a digital marketing tool. TikTok, which is popular among teenagers and young adults, provides e-commerce features such as TikTok Shop and live shop, which allow manufacturers to sell their products directly through the app. Through this research, we explore the effectiveness of TikTok as a digital marketing medium for handicraft producers, as well as how this platform can support the growth of the creative industry in Indonesia.

In this digital era, product photos play a crucial role as the main tool to attract the attention of potential consumers. Community service in the form of product photography services emerged as a promising solution. This product photography service not only provides access to good quality product photos, but can also empower small and medium businesses to increase their presence in an increasingly competitive online market. This Community Service focuses on providing product photography services for Small and Medium Enterprises (UKM) located on the 3rd and 4th floors of South Johar Market, Semarang City. This service aims to provide photo services for products owned by various SMEs in Johar Market, such as food, handicrafts, shoes, batik cloth, etc. The results of this service include journal publications, training modules, documentation, press releases and final reports. It is hoped that this service can make a real contribution in strengthening the local business ecosystem and encouraging economic inclusion for all parties involved.

Sabu woven fabric is one of the cultural heritages of Sabu Island. In addition to being a cultural heritage, Sabu woven fabric is one of the handicrafts that still exist today which is preserved by Sabu women. Based on its manufacture, the classification process of Sabu woven fabric is based on color or motif identification. However, the classification process is not an easy process, because the classification process requires time and experts in the field of Sabu woven fabric. In addition to the classification process, the wider community also does not get much information about Sabu woven fabric clearly, because it is necessary to introduce the type of Sabu woven fabric, so that people can know or recognize the type of Sabu ikat woven fabric based on its type. Digital image processing techniques are utilized to build a system that can overcome the problems faced. Furthermore, image feature extraction will be carried out using gray level co-occurrence matrix (GLCM) with 4 features namely contrast, correlation, energy, and homogeneity with angles of 0°, 45°, 90°, and 135°. Each GLCM feature shows the same value even though the original image is rotated. After image feature extraction, the extracted data will be classified using the TensorFlow library. From these results it can be concluded that the program succeeded in selecting the type of Sabu ikat woven fabric class.

Made Village in Surabaya City has diverse economic potential, especially in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. This potential includes local products, handicrafts, traditional food, and tourism. MSMEs in Made Village include the processing of sengon nuts and soy milk. However, there are opportunities to develop these MSMEs through appropriate strengthening strategies. Strengthening MSMEs in Made Village through approaches such as skills training, increasing market access through digital platforms, developing collaboration networks, and implementing information technology can be strategic steps to increase the competitiveness and growth of MSMEs. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The author uses secondary research data sources to support research obtained from print and electronic media. Secondary data is a previously existing data source, obtained by researchers indirectly through intermediary media. With diverse economic potential, especially in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. From the author's short interview with MSME partners, sengon bean and soy milk entrepreneurs. Strategy efforts to strengthen MSMEs in Made Village, Surabaya City start from ensuring the quality of the products or services offered remains superior, to maintaining good relationships with customers. This also includes monitoring the market and being flexible to changing trends and consumer needs. What is no less important is paying attention to operational efficiency and managing finances wisely to maintain the financial health of entrepreneurs. Strategic efforts are needed to strengthen such as developing local partnerships, community empowerment, promotion and marketing, product diversification and access to financing. Apart from that, the government needs to make efforts to support MSMEs through Article 97 of the Job Creation Law. The government allocates funds to the community to help MSMEs to operate and reach the market. thus providing positive implications for entrepreneurs (MSMEs) and local residents. Advice from researchers for MSME business actors to innovate more creatively and keep up with current developments by utilizing the latest technology, and also involving local residents to participate in improving the local economy.

Palm Village is one of the areas in Palam District, Banjarbaru City, South Kalimantan Province which can be reached by land about 5 km from the Kalimantan Islamic University MAB Banjarbaru. The source of livelihood for the villagers is in the field of handicrafts. Purun is a type of wild plant that grows in swamps. Purun is found in many swamp areas in South Kalimantan. In the dry season, purun is very flammable and causes a lot of smoke which is detrimental to health, traffic and even flights. Purun can be processed into a variety of interesting woven crafts such as mats, sandals, handbags and so on. One of the villages that is a center for purun crafts is Palam Village. The people of Palam Village have been familiar with crafts from this purun material for generations, which are generally made into mats with various motif.

Exports are goods and services produced in one country and sold to buyers in another country. The biggest contributing factor to Gross Domestic Product is exports. "Woven Earth Craft" products are handicrafts made by hand using natural materials, such as soil or natural fibers, and formed through woven techniques. The purpose of this research is to find out how to develop Woven Earth Craft export products. The research method used is qualitative research method. The development carried out is branding, using appropriate packaging, using digital marketing strategies and completing export documents. With this, the steps taken by Woven Earth Craft are first planning, adjusting and testing international markets. This export development provides deep insight into the importance of product development as a foundation for meeting consumer demands and achieving business growth. By doing this development Woven Earth Craft is able to compete in the international market.  

Giving gifts or souvenirs among young people with flower bouquets has become common place, unfortunately the flower bouquets we give often wither and become trash. One alternative substitute for souvenirs or flower bouquet gifts is a snack bouquet. Giving a snack bouquet not only cheap and affordable, it also provides more benefits because we can eat the snacks. The Trend of giving souvenirs or gifts in the form of a bouquet of snacks can be a form of business for young people, especially for the teenagers of the Kasih Ibu Bangkinang Orphanage. After this activity, it is hoped that teenagers can develop an entrepreneurial spirit and will grow into creative individuals. The problem of teenagers at Kasih Ibu Orphanage is that they do not have insight into entrepreneurship and there is a lack of activities that build their creativity and skills. Therefore, training is needed to increase understanding of education about entrepreneurship and a spirit of creativity that is trained at an early age, which is the main capital for their productivity and independence when they grow up. For sustainability programs, because children's entrepreneurship cannot be carried out alone, guidance and support from adults, assistants in orphanages and teachers are needed. Providing opportunities for teenagers to learn to do business (entrepreneurship) from a young age is not oriented towards making money, but rather to train independence, by relying on their creativity.