Batik diy tutorials

I'm always on the lookout for crafts and DIY presents that upcycle materials we have around the house. Never mind that I am a horrible packrat when it comes to recyclables and I have multiple stashes around the house "just in case" I need them for a fabulous craft idea. I have a whole closet dedicated to toilet paper rolls, egg cartons and glass jars. When I saw this post about creating Elmer's Glue Gel Batik at All Our Days I knew I had finally found the perfect craft for some old worn and…

Batik Basics with FIber Reactive Dyes

So, how to make a batik design on paper? The most popular methods are crayon batik art and glue batik art. They are great for starting your batik DIY projects.

Love the look of traditional batik but intimidated by the process? Make your “batik” prints on fabric using a simple glue resist method.

Real batik involves using a hot wax resist which can be challenging when working with younger children. In this project I used glue sticks and stencils to create 'waxed' areas before dying the fabric with spray bottles. It was loads of fun and created really impressive outcomes in just 2 hours!

When I found this project, I immediately went on a search around my home for a plain white anything I could try this with! Such a fun project to do with the family or even with a larger group of ki…

Learn how to plan for an ancient garment and dye using a wax resist. Identify authentic batik fabric and make your own using fabric dyes.

How to Batik in 5 easy steps! Sometimes unfamiliar tools and techniques can seem daunting to teach primary school children. We aim to dispel these fears by giving you simple step by step instructions to inspire and get you creating simple Batik!

Easy steps to create beautiful batik fabric paintings at home are just a few fun techniques away. Use wax dye vibrant colors fabric and a little creativity. Perfect for beginners these projects add charm to your space and let your imagination shine. Let’s make something lovely together!