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A stylish cushion cover duo in a palette of hot pink, teal, gold dust and burgundy is crafted using embroidery and patchwork techniques. One boasts pieces of fabric put together in an abstract design while the other features floral and medallion patterns created through traditional Indian machine aari chain stitching. Presented by India’s Seema, each cover features a solid back with a zippered closure that allows the easy insertion of a cushion (not included).

Using Javanese wax-resist dyeing techniques that date back centuries, Nyoman Nadri creates this beautiful rayon batik sarong. The hand-stamped pattern features a floral motif in white and grey on a rich claret background. Graceful fringe finishes both ends. Whether you wear it as a skirt or as a cover-up at the pool, this pretty sarong will sweep you away to the tropics.

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.

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.

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.

Update your poncho game with this unique creation from the weavers of the K'amolon K'i K'ojonel organization of Guatemala. The poncho features a draped twist at the front and a fringed hem for an overall softer look. Blending cotton and bamboo rayon for both lightness and ease of care, and dyed in shades of purple to create a random abstract pattern.

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.