KOTA BHARU, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The unique charm of block batik, crafted using hand-carved wooden or copper stamps, continues to captivate enthusiasts as the patterns complement traditional outfits ...

MAKE AN IMPRESSION: Asheville-based batik artist Jessica Kaufman, left, prints hot wax onto linen fabric with hand-carved teak blocks in Bhujpur, India. Woodblock carver Anwar Khatri, right, shows his ...

There are only a handful of batik block makers in the East Coast and Kelantanese master crafter Md Ghani Mat is determined to pass down his expertise to the younger generation. For now, he's focused ...

Batik design style fabrics have been around for years and were a popular pattern for clothes in the 70s. As with most craft trends, this one is coming back around again and batik print fabrics are ...

KUALA LUMPUR: On a night celebrating the beautiful heritage of Malaysian batik, a keris-inspired design came out tops in the Batik Lestari Design Festival, which showcased a total of 20 shortlisted ...

Batik's journey to India can be attributed to the extensive trade routes and cultural exchanges that have characterized the country's history. As Indian traders engaged with various cultures, ...

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You know you’re in batik country as soon as you land in Indonesia. It’s available for sale everywhere: in makeshift shacks on the beachfront, small stores on the road, and air-conditioned boutiques.

KUALA LUMPUR - A kaleidoscope of colours and patterns unfolded as Malaysia's timeless batik tradition reached its zenith at the Malam Batik Lestari gala night, where the Batik Lestari Design ...