An Exploratory Analysis of Integrating Digital Printing with Traditional Weaving Patterns for Creative Cultural Tourism Products

Yanqiong Wang

Article
2025 / Volume 8 / Pages 782-799
Received 3 June 2025; Accepted 17 July 2025; Published 29 October 2025
https://doi.org/10.31881/TLR.2025.782

Abstract
This paper presents a comparative case study focusing on the integration of traditional weaving patterns with digital printing for creative cultural tourism products. This study collected traditional patterns such as Yunjin and Shujin and conducted printing experiments on various fabrics to analyze their respective outcomes across eight indicators. In this case, the application of a digital workflow, compared to a traditional weaving process, was associated with an improved pattern reproduction score (from 5.78 to 6.92) and more accurate color representation, with the color difference ΔEab value decreasing from 4.8 to 2.4. Furthermore, production time for a sample batch of 100 units was reduced from 40 hours to 8 hours. However, the digital process also led to a noticeable decline in fabric feel and wear resistance. The findings from this case study provide a practical foundation for applying digital technology in the development of cultural products, highlighting its significant potential and current limitations and promoting the innovative transformation of traditional culture.

Keywords
traditional weaving pattern, digital printing technology, integration, creative cultural tourism products