{"product_id":"natural-indigo-batik-kit","title":"Natural Indigo Batik Kit | Make Your Own Batik with Indigo | PRE-ORDER NOW","description":"\u003ch2\u003eComplete Batik Kit with Natural Indigo for Traditional Wax Resist Dyeing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"905\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePre-order our natural indigo batik kit today and discover the traditional art of batik the way it's been done for centuries around the world. Designed for beginners and experienced makers alike, this complete kit contains everything you need to create beautiful indigo batik fabrics using a natural fructose indigo vat and traditional wax resist techniques. \u003cstrong\u003ePre-orders will be shipped the week commencing 9th August.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eFeaturing one metre of high-quality Primissima cotton, as well as a professional batik tjanting and easy-to-follow instructions, this kit is the perfect introduction to one of the world's oldest textile arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"915\" data-start=\"591\"\u003eCreate beautiful shades of blue with our natural indigo dye kit, designed to help you make a simple 1-2-3 fructose indigo vat at home. Suitable for beginners and experienced dyers alike, this kit contains the essential ingredients needed to prepare a gentle, natural indigo vat without using harsh reducing chemicals.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"917\"\u003eIdeal for shibori, dip dyeing, batik, fabric dyeing and yarn dyeing, or for use with our clay resist kit, the fructose vat produces rich, vibrant blues while allowing you to explore one of the world's oldest (and one of our favourite) textile traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"917\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1191\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eEverything you need to make your own \u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003enatural indigo batik\u003c\/strong\u003e at home.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eYour kit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1boiv9c\" data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e25g Natural organic Indian indigo powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jc0n0n\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e75g Fructose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uud03a\" data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e50g Calcium Hydroxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"agxlea\" data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e300g Batik wax blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o6ssik\" data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e1 metre of Primissima cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qqazpk\" data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eHandmade copper tjanting tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"unbhu3\" data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e50g soda ash (for scouring fabric)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tl7mpi\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eFull step-by-step instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1rs98f0\" data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1502\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhat is Batik?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eBatik is a traditional wax resist dyeing technique that has been practised for centuries across Asia. Hot wax is applied to fabric using a tjanting tool, protecting selected areas from the dye. Once the fabric is dyed with natural indigo and the wax is removed, beautiful blue and white patterns are revealed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eThe history of indigo batik is a rich one, spanning continents and cultures from Africa to Asia. Batik has been used with indigo dye for millenia, with indigo batik grave cloths from the 4th century BC having been excavated from tombs in Egypt. Who wouldn't want to be part of this textile tradition?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"gz4uo2\" data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2009\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout the Natural Indigo Vat\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eThis kit uses a fructose indigo vat, a traditional method of reducing natural indigo using fructose (fruit sugar) rather than harsh synthetic reducing agents. The result is a gentle, reusable dye vat capable of producing rich shades of blue on natural fibres - the more you dip, the deeper the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eAs many home dyers can attest, watching the fabric change from yellow-green to deep indigo as it oxidises in the air is one of the most magical parts of the batik process - it honestly never gets old!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1wt87da\" data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2438\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePerfect For\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eOur natural indigo batik kit is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qhqkxw\" data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eBeginners learning batik\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lh7gvg\" data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003eNatural dye enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yibbjj\" data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003eTextile artists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6ox1g9\" data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003eQuilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rci6yg\" data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eSlow stitching projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dy3yiv\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2616\"\u003eSurface pattern design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wyvz61\" data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003eHandmade gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8uu3ph\" data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eCreative workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2675\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKey Features\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11hph3d\" data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003eComplete Batik Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e - Everything needed to start creating natural indigo batik.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"135inbm\" data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2836\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eNatural Indigo Dye\u003c\/strong\u003e - Make a traditional fructose indigo vat at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12cq6js\" data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eProfessional Batik Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e - Includes canting tool, batik wax and soda ash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q49p50\" data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3001\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e - Step-by-step instructions included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ya2eer\" data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003eReusable Indigo Vat\u003c\/strong\u003e - Enjoy multiple dyeing sessions from a single vat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4ve0xj\" data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3111\"\u003eTraditional Textile Craft\u003c\/strong\u003e - Learn an authentic wax resist dyeing technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Textile Traders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54880413024524,"sku":null,"price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/0296\/5516\/files\/Indigo-batik-kit.jpg?v=1784982684","url":"https:\/\/www.textiletraders.co.uk\/products\/natural-indigo-batik-kit","provider":"Textile Traders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}