LIMBANG: Although Awang Abdul Rahman Abdul Jalil and his family started out by making songkok at home, he has successfully expanded his business, including exporting
Bangie Embol, who was awarded the Master Weaver title by Unesco, was spiritually chosen to be the Master Dyer when she was 45 years old. Also
BY FAIZAL BUJANG The handicrafts of the indigenous tribes of the Land of the Hornbills are not only admired by the local community but have
The Internet has revolutionised the way we shop. Because of the many advantages and benefits, more people these days prefer buying things online over the
What started as a mere hobby turned into serious business for leather artisan Chim Yee Hui as she took a leap of faith and quit
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In the beginning, San Bong’s entrepreneurial plan was to help local weavers by marketing their overstocked hand-woven bags on the internet. However, along the way,
KUCHING: The songkok (black cap worn by Muslim males) is often in high demand, not just during Aidilfitri but also special occasions such as weddings,
BY ZARINA ABDULLAH KUCHING: It is a tradition for many Malay boys and men to wear songkok (traditional headgear) as complementary accessories for the celebration
