Introduction to paper bag making to increase students creativity

Abstract

Creative thinking can be fostered through simple things, such as handicrafts. Creative thinking can be fostered through simple things, such as handicrafts. Crafts can be interpreted as the result of a skill or craft that utilizes materials around us. One of the easiest handicrafts that can be done is making bags from paper. Paper bags are currently trending in Indonesia, especially in Bengkulu as a response to global warming. Problems identified among partners include ignorance in making paper bags, lack of packaging innovation. This community service aims to improve understanding of the use and management of paper bag businesses. The action steps that will be implemented are: 1) action preparation, 2) paper bag production training, and 3) monitoring and evaluation. Training is carried out using the sampling method and direct training for partners. The evaluation results show that the partners' understanding and skills have increased by an average of 45%. The partners already have an understanding and skills in the production and management of paper bag businesses.