Handmade Batik Rayon Fringe Scarf - Turquoise

This handmade scarf is batik dyed by artisan women of Indonesia. A soft rayon dyed in an attractive turquoise with soft white. These scarves are fun and can even be worn just over a t-shirt for interest and color.  All-year-round wear. Rayon is a natural-based fabric very similar to Bamboo. Wonderful unique, handcrafted gifts sure to be appreciated. No two are alike.

Due to the handcrafted nature of this product, slight imperfections in the dyes make each piece unique. Also, colors may slightly differ from the image above (i.e., lighter, darker but same color family).

• Size:  14" x 56" plus fringe
• Color:  Turquoise
• Design:  Batik
• Contents:  100% Rayon
• Care:  Hand wash in cool water with gentle soap and drip dry. If want to iron, always iron inside out or cover with cloth on right side so no shine will appear. Works best when a little damp
• Handmade by Artisan Women of Indonesia
• $5.00 Shipping

What is Batik:

Batik is both an art and a craft, which is becoming more popular and well known in the West as a wonderfully creative medium. The art of decorating cloth in this way, using wax and dye, has been practiced for centuries. In Java, Indonesia, batik is part of an ancient tradition, and some of the finest batik cloth in the world is still made there. The word batik originates from the Javanese tik and means to dot.

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 and colorful designs. After the final dyeing, the wax is removed and the cloth is ready for wearing or showing.