Learn Indonesian Batik for Beginners

With DIY craft kit delivered to you

Create your own unique Indonesian Batik at home!



75 mins

Class size 1 to 25 (public dates), 8 to 20

$88 (Afterpay available)


How it works


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We'll send a ClassBento Box to you (a craft kit with what you'll need). Shipping is free, and it should arrive within 4-6 business days. We ship nationwide.
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On the search for unique art forms or relaxing things to do at home? Join Rehana Usman at this online class and discover how to make a gorgeous Indonesian Batik!
Indonesian batik has been titled as the Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Your teacher, Rehana, has spent months at the National Batik Museum Jakarta to learn this beautiful art.
Batik pieces are highly priced due to their intricacy. It may sound challenging, but you'll be guided by Rehana step-by-step to finish your very own batik scarf or table runner. You'll learn to make beeswax resist method textile print through a combination of pre-recorded and zoom sessions.
After trying out this unique textile art you'll be very tempted to make another, as the results are very rewarding and the craft itself is such a mindful and relaxing activity.
These sessions are great for virtual team building activities, birthday parties, friends to unwind together or for anyone looking for a unique new skill.
Knowledge required
Basic drawing skills to trace the design and apply the wax. Only suitable for those aged 15 years and older as we'll be working with hot wax.
 
What you'll get in your craft kit
  • One-metre cotton fabric
  • Beeswax and paraffin wax
  • Two assorted dye colours
  • One natural paintbrush
  • Design prints
(All materials are enough to make one practice piece and one final piece)
What you'll need
  • A 20 or 30 cm plastic hoop to hold the fabric (optional)
  • A small old pan or pot to heat up the wax
  • A hotplate or small stovetop to use in a well-ventilated area, any five-litre plastic trough or tub for dyeing
  • Disposable gloves
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 15 years old).

An adult must be present whilst kid(s) engage with the box.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

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Your teacher

Rehana Usman
Rehana Usman
(Studio Rags)

4.8 (66)

Rehana Usman is an artist with a Bachelors' degree in Textile design from NCA Pakistan. She has served in the leading textile companies of the country and participated in several international trade shows like Heimtextil Frankfurt & Shanghai, Maison et Objet, Texworld etc.
Print design and styling have been her expertise both in apparel and home textiles. She has run several workshops for textile students along with being a thesis consultant and an associate professor at NCA. Rehana is also passionate about watercolour painting and famous Pakistani Truck Art. She writes children's stories for her Urdu podcast and creates the illustrations.
She has set up STUDIO RAGS to promote value-added skills. She aims to share her expertise with other people by offering regular workshops. She carries many stories and experiences from other parts of the world.
Rehana is multi lingual and can speak four languages. She is simple, imaginative and very proud of her origin.
Indonesian batik is her speciality in Australia. Her workshops have received 5 star reviews in Adelaide Fringe. Batik was declared as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
These adult workshops are about equipping you with new personal projects or a creative hobby and making new friends. Kids can also discover the artform and upskill for both leisure and career opportunities.

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