Birmingham

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Craft

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Textiles

Batik Tote Bag Workshop

Wax and dye your own tote bag.

Batik Ying

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2.5 hours

6 to 12 £42

Birmingham

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Craft

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Textiles

What you'll do

Looking for a creative and unique activity in Birmingham? Learn the art of traditional batik wax-resist dyeing in a fun hands-on workshop. Even if you're an absolute beginner, this workshop is perfect for you.

In this 2-hour workshop, you'll have the opportunity to create your own batik art design while learning the basics of batik canting. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the history of batik, the tools and materials needed, and how to use hot wax and a special "tjanting" tool for "tulis" batik.

Mixing colours to achieve the perfect tone and shade will be a key part of the workshop, allowing you to experiment and unleash your creativity. All the necessary materials and tools will be provided, so you can focus on enjoying the process of creating your own unique piece of batik art.

What to expect:

Learn about the history of batik, how it is made, and the tools and materials needed for batik canting
Learn skills for "tulis" batik by using hot wax and a special "tjanting" tool
Experiment with mixing colours to produce the right tone and shade
All materials and tools provided
A delicious plate of dumplings from Blow Water Cafe
A unique batik tote bag take home

Get creative and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Batik and create your own artwork that is bound to impress! This workshop makes a one-of-a-kind date night, friends' night out, or just a fun evening to meet new friends over some batik painting and dumplings.

*Note: Children aged 14+ can attend but must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.*

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Knowledge required

Beginner-friendly class

What you'll get

1 portion of dumplings (meat and vegan options) from Blue Water Cafe
A beautiful piece of batik tote bag to take home

What to bring

Bring an apron or wear clothes you don't mind getting spots on - fabric paint may stain clothes.
Feel free to bring along any images or ideas to inspire your design.
All materials are provided.

Suitable for

This class is great for a birthday or hen do.

Location

Blow Water Cafe - 4b Heathfield Road, Birmingham, B14 7BX, England

You can drive to the venue and park in the side streets. If you are planning on having a drink the best public transport to get is the number 50 or 11 bus.

Your teacher

Batik Ying

Discover the vibrant world of Contemporary Batik Artistry with our passionate creator, Shirlyn Low. Working out of her studio in Birmingham, Shirlyn's journey from Architect to Batik Artist is a tale of love and tradition.

Born and raised in Malaysia, she embraced the rich heritage of batik art, learning from skilled artisans and craftsmen across the country. Now, Shirlyn brings a fresh, contemporary twist to this timeless craft, drawing inspiration from the elegance of the art nouveau style.

In a world where the art of batik is gradually fading, Shirlyn Low is on a mission to rekindle the flame. Batik is not just an art form; it's a simple and unique creative process with limitless possibilities. Through her modern interpretation of this traditional craft, she aims to open the door to a broader audience and help them discover the enchantment of batik.

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