Mohammed Mahmoud Ahmed, D., Abdelaziz, H. (2025). The Influence of Egyptian Lullabies on Children’s Drawings and Their Role in Designing Coordinated Occasion Wear for Mother and Child Using Print Design. International Design Journal, 15(5), 129-150. doi: 10.21608/idj.2025.396851.1366
Doaa Mohammed Mahmoud Ahmed; Heba Atef Abdelaziz. "The Influence of Egyptian Lullabies on Children’s Drawings and Their Role in Designing Coordinated Occasion Wear for Mother and Child Using Print Design". International Design Journal, 15, 5, 2025, 129-150. doi: 10.21608/idj.2025.396851.1366
Mohammed Mahmoud Ahmed, D., Abdelaziz, H. (2025). 'The Influence of Egyptian Lullabies on Children’s Drawings and Their Role in Designing Coordinated Occasion Wear for Mother and Child Using Print Design', International Design Journal, 15(5), pp. 129-150. doi: 10.21608/idj.2025.396851.1366
Mohammed Mahmoud Ahmed, D., Abdelaziz, H. The Influence of Egyptian Lullabies on Children’s Drawings and Their Role in Designing Coordinated Occasion Wear for Mother and Child Using Print Design. International Design Journal, 2025; 15(5): 129-150. doi: 10.21608/idj.2025.396851.1366
The Influence of Egyptian Lullabies on Children’s Drawings and Their Role in Designing Coordinated Occasion Wear for Mother and Child Using Print Design
2department of printing textiles faculty of applied arts banha university
Abstract
Egyptian lullabies are a significant part of oral folklore, rich with emotional and psychological meaning for children. This research explores the connection between traditional lullabies and the artwork of foster children, aiming to use this artistic and emotional interaction in designing coordinated occasion wear for foster mothers and children through graphic design.
The theoretical framework addresses key themes: the psychological effects of lullabies on foster children, particularly their calming and imaginative influence, and the expressive power of children’s drawings as visual representations of their emotions. These drawings serve as creative input for graphic design, providing an authentic reflection of the child’s inner world. The research also highlights the role of graphic design in enriching fashion and explores how harmonized clothing can strengthen emotional and social bonds between foster mother and child. Global fashion examples are referenced to support the concept.
The practical phase unfolded in five stages. It began with visits to childcare centers for children aged 4 to 6, where the children listened to five traditional Egyptian lullabies. Drawing sessions followed, allowing the children to express their feelings through spontaneous artwork. Five drawings were selected and translated into fabric print designs. These designs were used to create five matching outfits for children and their foster mothers using CLO 3D software. Finally, a group of specialists evaluated the designs through a questionnaire, leading to the development of a prototype.
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