Malaysian Batik Experience-Handkerchief Batik is one of the Malaysia's unique art and craft.
4.9
15 Ratings
Kuala Lumpur
Experience the art of Malaysian Batik by creating your own masterpiece. Learn to use hot wax and dyes to create beautiful designs on cotton fabric. No experience needed!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Jadi Batek - Batik fashion gifts wholesaler retailer - Upon your arrival at our Gallery, we will introduce you to the batik making process and history of batik. Then, you will start to sketch the design of your batik scarf. We will give you some inspiration and templates as well.
After the sketch is done, you will use a traditional tool called “Canting” to apply hot wax on your sketch. This is a unique method used for more than 100 years to decorate motif on fabric.
The next step is coloring. You can paint your fabric with any of the beautiful fabric dyes we have in our workshop. You can even mix custom colors. Paint your batik with bursts of color and voila you have completed your own batik masterpiece. This an easy process and is fun for the whole the family!
After the drawing and painting part, the activity is done. Our team will quickly dry your fabric so that you can take it home with you. Another option is to use the batik as a handkerchief, in that case, you need to wait for 4 hours or come back the next day to collect your final piece of artwork.
Other optional services with extra charge are as follows:
- sewing the edge of the batik (RM10)
- courier service of batik to your home ( fees depends on location)
What's Included
- Bottled water included for hydration.
- Tasty snacks provided.
- All prices inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- Necessary materials provided.
- Access to specialized tools.
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Batik is a distinct art form from Malaysia. In this workshop, you’ll get the chance to fabricate your very own Batik artwork to keep as a souvenir.
Our tutors will instruct you on employing a unique instrument to apply hot wax on cotton cloth and utilize a brush to apply color onto it. They will also demonstrate how to blend colors and yield a gradient effect.
You don’t need any prior experience and it’s guaranteed to be enjoyable.
Location
Jadi Batek - Batik fashion gifts wholesaler retailer
Jalan Inai
Jadi Batek Gallery is easily accessed with the MRT system. Take the Gate B exit at station Tun Razak Exchange (TRX), turn right to Jalan Delima and walk toward the junction at Jalan Inai. Turn left into Jalan Inai and we are the 5th building on your right hand side after the Villa Inai apartment.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(15 Ratings)
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Adrian_c
Feb 22, 2024
So much fun! - We started with a short informative tour to learn the steps and process and then we jumped into our design work. We were given the option of freely drawing our own patterns or selecting from pre-drawn traditional templates, which is the option we went with. From there we were given individual instructions and help with applying first the wax and then the paint to the fabric. Everything went super smooth, and they even let us work an extra hour longer than scheduled because we were enjoying the painting process so much. Be warned: if you wish to have a fully finished product to take home, they will need to keep your work overnight to finish drying and prepping it! This was not a problem for us, and they contacted us early the next morning to pick up our work. They were even matted them in cardstock frames!
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U6613nohannahf
Feb 22, 2024
You don’t have to be Leonardo! This is a fun creative activity - Fun and enjoyable activity with helpful and friendly staff. This is not a difficult technique to learn in a short workshop and it’s very rewarding to see a vibrant piece coming together as you apply the dyes. There were templates to work from or you could make your own designs, which we did. As we were leaving KL that evening, we did not have the option of leaving our paintings to be sealed and finished, so we made them knowing we would take them away dried but with the wax on them. Our instructor wrote out for me the directions for fixing them at home.
Highly recommended as one of the pleasures of being in Malaysia and you also get to shop in the large batik gallery attached to the studio.
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Chris
Feb 7, 2024
Amazing activity - I arrived there early and the staff were very helpful. I didn’t do a handkerchief but a one meter scarf. It was an amazing experience. My husband joined me in the activity. The staff were amazing and so helpful. Unfortunately we didn’t realise that we had to wait 3 days for the due to be fixed. We were leaving KL the next day. However the lovely ladies sorted out postage for us so it was sent to us at home in Scotland when it was ready. ( it was an extra charge but well worth it]. We enjoyed the experience so much my husband and I would not hesitate to go back and do another course. Thank you for a memorable activity. One we will treasure.
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Tania
Jan 29, 2024
Amazing experience – book this now! - Excellent experience, super helpful and friendly staff showed us what to do. We had such a good time one of our favorite memories of Kuala Lumpur!
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Carol_h
Jan 27, 2024
Get Creative! - It was fun to take time to be creative! The process was well explained and coordinated. Take the time to do it!
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Rebecca_m
Dec 3, 2023
Great experience!! - This was such a great experience and a great end to my trip to Malaysia. I would strongly recommend this experience but keep in mind that if you wish to remove your wax for white outlines, you will need an extra day to do so. I took mine with wax as I was flying the day after. Everything you need is explained to you, the school use stencils so you will come away with a great piece. Strongly advise to try!
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Ian
Nov 25, 2023
Amazing insight into silk designs - We were given a wonderful opportunity to witness the incredible skills of the artists that create such intricate silk designs.
When we attempted to create our own masterpieces we found it both therapeutic and frustrating in equal measures. But with the expert guidance given we were still pleased with the results for a first attempt.
We would recommend to anyone to step into this experience for a couple of hours.
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Mervyn_d
Nov 3, 2023
A lovely creative way to spend a morning or afternoon - An absolutely lovely & relaxing way to spend an afternoon.The directions were easy to follow & the staff were helpful & gave clear instructions.Highly recommended.
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651kseniyam
Jun 27, 2023
Good fun - Totally loved it thank you so much, very relaxing experience, no skills needed just draw and color. If you don’t want to make your own drawing you can always use a template ! Kids would love it for sure
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Kaylin_s
Jun 12, 2023
Unique & Interactive Art Experience - The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the experience of creating the batik is extremely unique and therapeutic. Hope to go back again soon for more!
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