ASSESSMENT OF INTRINSIC AND EXTRINSIC QUALITIES OF CUSHION-CHAIR COVER PRODUCED WITH TIE/DYED FABRIC FOR INTERIOR DECORATION

Abstract

Interior decoration is both an art and a science focused on designing and arranging living spaces in a way that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. This study aims to explore the practical application of Home Economics skills in interior decoration, with a particular focus on the production of tie and dye cushion chair covers. To gather data, a descriptive research survey design was employed, using a questionnaire to elicit responses from a sample of sixty (60) staff and students of the school of vocational education, Federal College of Education Technical Akoka, Lagos who are regular users of fabrics. Data analysis involved using frequency counts and simple percentages to determine the overall extent to which participants either liked or disliked the intrinsic and extrinsic qualities of the cushioned chair covers. The findings of the study revealed that the inherent characteristics, namely style, design, texture, finishing (sewing), durability, and comfort of the cushion chair cover, received favorable evaluations from the respondents. A greater proportion of the respondents, that is, 43.33%, rated the style of the product as good, while 25% assessed it as average and 23.33% concluded it as excellent. This indicates that tie-dye fabrics can be utilized to create high-quality household decorative items. In conclusion, this research has determined that incorporating indigenous fashion designers' locally designed fabrics can enhance the aesthetic of interior decoration. Nigerians should be encouraged to appreciate locally produced articles instead of patronizing imported goods.