Batik

The word "batik" (pronounced "ba-teek") is Indonesian and means "wax writing". Briefly, the process involves brushing on melted paraffin and beeswax so it penetrates specific portions of the fabric. The waxed fabric is then dipped into or painted with wet dyes. The waxed areas repel or "resist" the dyes; thus the term "resist" process is applied in reference to batik. Each time a new dye color is introduced on the fabric, portions of that color are waxed and held until the desired color scheme is achieved. Dye colors are applied to the fabric from light to dark, as they overlap, creating new colors as they combine. The darkest color is last, and finally all the wax is removed by ironing the fabric between paper or steaming; the heat of the iron melts the wax which is absorbed by the paper.

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