Making traditional Korean handicrafts (MaeDeup/매듭) at the Indonesian Korean cultural center (KCC Indonesia)

On Monday 7 June 2021 the Indonesian Korean Cultural Center held an event to make traditional Korean handicrafts, namely (MaeDeup), this event was carried out directly at the KCC with a strict health protocol security system, mandatory washing hands, wearing masks and of course maintaining distance, in the process Making Maedeup requires focused concentration, as well as thoroughness and shrewd hand skills, in this event we are also given an explanation of the history and meaning of each existing Maedeup.

The Korean knot, also known as maedeup (매듭), is a traditional Korean handicraft originating from the Three Kingdoms period that is closely related to the knot. Korean knots develop into their own rich culture in terms of design, color, and incorporation of local characteristics. The Korean knot uses a unique braiding technique. The Korean knot comes from the ancient practice of using knots for practical purposes; for example in fishing nets, agricultural tools, stone knives and axes.

Traditionally, the knot was used primarily to hold hunting tools at the waist and its use was initially limited to the royal family, then spread to the common people. For today, modern Korean artists use traditional knots in their works, such as accessories, jewelry and home interior decorations.

The history of making and using knots in Korea dates back to Prehistoric times When it came to the Three Kingdoms period (Goguryeo, Baekje, Silla), maedeup entered a new stage of aesthetic quality and was used for decorative purposes. The proof can be seen from historical relics. Maedeup is used as an omamen that decorates many important objects

For example: seals, royal portraits, swords, command baton & banners. In addition, it can also be found on traditional musical instruments, Buddhist art, Norigae, pockets/wallets, Gats, fans, decorations on home appliances.


There are 4 stages:

The process of dyeing yarn with natural dyes

Making Dahoe (braided/braided rope)

Tie a knot

Making tassel

Silk thread dyeing process, The five basic colors of nature: red, blue, yellow, black, and white, Dahoe (woven thread). This weaving process is called dahoechinda, and there are 38 basic knots in traditional Korean maedeup, The names of the knots are basically based on the objects found in the Maedeupjang household.


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