Bayung is a traditional multipurpose basket, made from the bemban (Donax canniformis) - a type of wild grass that grows in swampy areas or paddy fields.
Juvita hand-weaves the bayung – a skill passed down from one generation to the next. And unlike most woven baskets, the bayung is flexible yet sturdy. It can be flattened, making it easy to store and is lightweight. Apart from baskets, the hand-weaving duo also creates a variety of trays using the same techniques.

His products became more varied and attractive after he registered his small
operations at Kraftangan Malaysia in 1987. Kraftangan Malaysia helped him a lot by
giving advice on design, marketing strategies, and by providing other assistance such
as workshops.

In the old days, Lepa-Lepa is an important transportation and communication among
the Bajau Kubang and Bajau Palao'o. Nowadays, many of them live in Kumpit boats, which they construct themselves for regular lumber or stilt homes on the water as a
result.

To ensure the skills continuously grow, Hajah Pandian provides weaving training and
guidance to some of the school leavers who lived near her home. Her house was used
as a workshop to train passionate young weavers. Her noble efforts have gained the
attention of the government. She received assistance from the Ministry of Rural
Development to build a more comfortable workshop that could accommodate more
trainees.
Puan Hajah Pandian is always invited to hold demonstrations and exhibitions in Sabah
and Kuala Lumpur. In 2006, she participated in the Heritage Craft Apprenticeship
Scheme, a program organized by Kraftangan Malaysia that aimed at assisting future
leaders in the field of heritage craft including Sambitan weave. Kraftangan Malaysia
has appointed Puan Hajah Pandian Sulaiman as SAMBITAN WOVEN MASTER
CRAFTSMEN in 2006 in honor of her significant contributions in Sambitan weave.