Learn to Make Batik - Engage Tutorial for Kids

Hey Kids!

We want to invite you to create a piece of Thai artwork with us!

Batik is a textile art form that traditionally uses hot wax to draw designs onto fabric. The wax acts as a resist, and when the fabric is dyed, the wax will keep the fabric the original color, creating beautiful patterns or pictures in the fabric. 

This artform originated in Indonesia and has spread to many other countries including Thailand. 

Today, I’m going to walk you through the steps of creating your own batik artwork using simple and safe materials you may already have around your home. You will need: 

Print the Batik Orchid Pattern

A large piece of scrap cardboard (about 12x12 inches) 

White cotton fabric (about 10x10 inches)

A pencil 

White school glue 

Acrylic paint 

Water 

A Paintbrush 

A palette for the paint

A large bowl

Click the link below to watch our video tutorial:

We would love to see your finished batik design!

You can email us a picture at contact@englandsinasia.com.