Handmade Rwandan Batik Wristlet Clutch - Sunset

Colorful, fun and unique. This Batik clutch, with wristlet strap option, is handmade using a waxed fabric technique (Batik), creating a vibrant African cotton print. Lined with a coordinated solid yellow cotton and inside zipper pocket for keys or change. Great attention to detail - flap secures with a rolled paper and fabric covered bead through an intricate woven circle, using Rwanda's ancient basket weaving tradition.  Great for days or evenings for that pop of color.

• Size: 9" x 5"
  
• Batik Patterns: Red/Orange Patterned Background, Turquoise, Navy
  
• Material: Cotton - Hand Waxed Technique to Create Pattern on Cotton Fabric Each unique - no two are exactly alike
• Handwoven sisal loop closure
• Black Cotton Lining
• Inside Zipper Pocket
• Care: Spot clean with soap and water
• Handmade by the Women of Gahaya Links Fair Trade Practice.

WHAT IS BATIK:
BATIK is both an art and a craft. The art of decorating cloth in this way, using wax and dye, has been practiced for centuries. 

To make a batik, selected areas of the cloth are blocked out by brushing or drawing hot wax over them, and the cloth is then dyed. The parts covered in wax resist the dye and remain the original color. This process of waxing and dyeing can be repeated to create more elaborate, vibrant colors and design motifs.

The wax prints are part of a nonverbal way of communication among African women, and hereby they carry their message out into the world. Some wax prints can be named after personalities, cities, building, sayings or occasions.  Batik is historically the most expressive and subtle of the resist methods.