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Evoking vast galaxies in yellow on inky dark blue, Saktut Raitawati designs a comfortable cotton robe for men. Bali's traditional batik technique is used to create the intricate patterns. Classic front-wrap styling, wide sleeves and a matching tie belt make a handsome combination.

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

Roses in terracotta red-orange roses bloom a black background on this lovely yoga mat bag by Susan. Crafted from 100% cotton with a solid black lining, the bag features adjustable straps and a zip pocket on both the outside and the inside. The artisan creates the beautiful rose motifs in Java's traditional hand-stamped batik.

Fatchurohman of Java designs a journal with handcrafted recycled paper and a bold cotton cover made via a technique called kolaste, in which batik fabric is cut into strips and then woven together. The saffron and black cover sports a traditional Indonesian gedheg motif resembling woven bamboo. The journal is held closed with a black elastic cord with a medallion stamped with the letter "F," embellished to also form an archer shooting toward a star. With unlined pages, the journal can be used for writing or sketching.

Fatchurohman of Java designs a journal with handcrafted recycled paper and a cotton cover made via a technique called kolaste, in which batik fabric is cut into strips and then woven together. The cadet blue and linen white cover sports a traditional Indonesian parang motif of rows of stylized curved swords, called "tongues of fire" by the Javanese. The journal is held closed with a black elastic cord with a medallion stamped with the letter "F," embellished to also form an archer shooting toward a star. With unlined pages, the journal can be used for writing or sketching.

This striking men's cotton shirt is the creation of Saktut Raitawati in Bali. She employs time-honored batik techniques to create a pattern reminiscent of a night sky crowded with stars in shades of light ochre and sienna on black. The short-sleeved shirt features button-down styling, a straight hem and a spread collar.