The Art of Batik

Batik is an art form. Designs are traced with hot wax on both sides of fabric. The fabric is dyed, the wax is melted off, and a design remains. It's a whole lot of work for a simple design. Large metal plates (like rubber stamps), called 'cap', are used for patterns. Various areas have their own designs. Many of the dyes come from various woods. Thus many Batik designs come in browns and yellows. It's pretty fascinating - though definitely under-appreciated.