jeank

I knew that they were made in Bali using a wax process (like writing names on Easter eggs), but never knew about the process of various dyes and applying the wax.

Interesting video showing Moda Batiks.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDsD5...em-subs_digest

Jean

katkat1946

Thanks so much for posting this! I've never noticed this on their site. What a long and detailed process - wish I'd been counting the steps as I watched. Do you think this is actually how the thousands of yards of batiks are made that we buy off the bolt? I can't even imagine that being so. If it is then I'd like to quietly say we should be paying at least 3 times what we are!!!

zennia

That was very interesting. I never knew it was such a labor intense project. I felt bad for the guy making it. Thinking all the time watching he is probably only making pennies for doing it.
Thank You for the link and for the learning experience.

fivepaws

That was fascinating. Thanks so much for posting. I am looking at my batiks with new respect.

Tussymussy

Totally fascinating. I won't ever grumble about how much more expensive batiks are again.

barny

Good grief! No wonder batiks cost so much. I've never been so impressed. What a workout!

JerseyGirl in FL

When I was in Thailand 3 years ago with Overseas Adventure Travel, we visited a family whose business was making batiks and selling clothing they made from the fabric they produced. I TREASURE my scarf and pants that I bought and yes, they were EXPENSIVE even without a middleman! Thank goodness for credit cards!

cindy anne

Amazing process. I will remember this video when I wonder why the Batiks are more expensive. WOW. the Batiks are so beautiful.

Teacup

Absolutely fascinating! I saw a brief overview of the process once, but nothing that explained it like this. Thanks for sharing!

Stitchit123

I never minded paying extra for Batiks cause I knew they are done by hand -I don't know what their paid but they all deserve raises