19/04/2026
With the brilliant Senia anak Jugi .
Last week we visited Senia’s bengkel at , where she taught us how to make an Iban woven basket. Commonly called a “bakul berkaki”, traditionally it was called “Timpa Indai Bilai”.
Joining the class were and , alongside artist in residence at .boroujeni
Senia has been Catama’s craft mentor for over a decade. As usual she was super generous to share her knowledge and expertise with us, though we couldn’t keep up with her fast weaving fingers!
Senia is a prominent figure in Malaysia’s craft scene, with her own beautiful handbag range, alongside making products and prototypes for renowned design houses.
She knows much indigenous craft lore and motifs, and is an expert in weaving rattan, bamboo and bemban, alongside experimenting with plastic and leathers.
She has taught craft weaving and product development across rural Sarawak, and internationally, and has received awards for her contribution to craft.
Humble and full of heart she is indeed a national treasure, and deserves much celebration and respect for the work she does x x x
Thank you Senia ❤️
