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Abstract images in shades of plum, sky blue, navy and spring green come to life in Bali's legendary hand-stamped batik. By Desak Nyoman Parwati, this set of four rayon face masks is pleated with elastic to loop over the ears. They are double-layered, washable and reusable.

Enjoy a day at the beach wearing this cheerful blouse from Thailand's Alaya Cholprasertsuk. Crafted from 100% cotton, the blouse features an energetic abstract pattern created with a resist-dyeing process called batik. Loose, three-quarter sleeves and a v-neckline add unfussy yet elegant details.

Abstract images in shades of raspberry pink, snorkel blue and meadow green are created with Bali's legendary hand-stamped batik. By Desak Nyoman Parwati, this set of three rayon face masks is pleated with elastic to loop over the ears. They are double-layered, washable and reusable.

Against a daffodil background, a black elephant decorates the centre of this table runner, flanked by triangle motifs and abstract designs. Ghanaian artisan K. Baka creates this cotton runner, which is decorated using the batik method, where a wax resist is hand-painted onto the fabric before it is treated with colourful dyes.

Bali's traditional style transforms into a sophisticated fashion statement in Javanese artisan Nancy Margried's newest design. Crafted from rayon, this sublime clutch has a zippered flap embellished with an abstract blue and white batik pattern. The flap, attached to the main structure through a snap closure, hides a zipper pocket, making the accessory convenient for several occasions.

Make a vibrant style statement with Thai artisan Vinita's stunning hand-woven batik scarf. Expertly spun by hand from luxurious silk and then hand-dyed in lush purple, green and brown hues using the tie-dye technique, this dramatic accessory radiates bold originality. Add an artistic flair and pop of rich colour to any outfit with this gorgeous scarf's dazzling abstract patterns and delicate fringes created through meticulous craftsmanship.

Abstract flowers burst into bloom in plum, sky blue, navy and spring green. By Desak Nyoman Parwati, the images are created with Bali's legendary hand-stamped batik technique. The set of four rayon face masks is contoured with elastic to loop over the ears. They are double-layered, washable and reusable.



Placement of the motifs can vary but the fabric will be the same.

Haloed on a serene sea of Pacific blue, abstract motifs appear in the intricate tonalities of batik. Nyoman Nadri creates this graceful rayon robe with wide sleeves and a matching belt. In traditional kimono style, the robe features openings under the arms for adjusting the robe and for ease of movement.

Batik is a fabric art in which the cloth is stretched on a wooden frame and the design sketched with a pencil. Then a mixture of melted wax is painted by hand onto areas where color is not desired. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and the process is repeated for each color utilized. Finally, the cloth is washed and rinsed to remove any excess dye.

This hand-painted batik robe is a truly original work of art. Sunlight, water, dye and temperature all factor into the look of the finished garment. This should be considered a unique design made especially for you. Colors and pattern placement will vary.