KELINDAN
TYPE DESIGN
Kelindan is an experimental display typeface that explores the difference in repetition of Indonesian embroidery. Looking at embroidery as an art of repetition involves repeating certain stitches, shapes, or motifs in a systematic way. Differences emerge from the progression of time, from manual embroidery to machines and then computers.
GRID STRUCTURE
Kelindan’s typeface is built on two main parts: pattern and stitch. The patterns of circles shift, exploring patterns not as mere duplication but rather how they relate to one another in the process of variation and transformation, which gives rise to new patterns. Overlaying the circles are the stitches representing the three main stages of Indonesian embroidery and draws from their own specific qualities : hand, machine, and computer. Combining the two elements in my system, I aim to experiment with how repetition diverges and generates innovation.
Overlaying the circles are the stitches representing the three main stages of Indonesian embroidery and draws from their own specific qualities.
Hand embroidery
Hand embroidery allows artisans to showcase their creativity and skill through intricate designs and meticulous stitching.
Machine embroidery
Machine embroidery produces consistent results, with precise stitching and uniform designs. Machine embroidery
is used across a wide range of commercial sectors in Indonesia and most notably in the production of patches in hats and jackets.
Computer embroidery
The results of the computer embroidery are less than optimal, such as the thread attachment is not tight enough so it is easily damaged and cannot achieve complex techniques that can only be done manually.
KELINDAN-TIGHT
KELINDAN-MODERATE
KELINDAN-LOOSE