Batik: Session #2 Learning

Ever since my first session with wax-resist pattern-making (see 7.27.2014), I’ve wanted to get back to it. But, as with so many things, I have to stalk it, circle around my prey till I’m ready to pounce. This time I wanted a real project, not mere doodles.

Another scarf? I ordered some silky cotton voile from DharmaTrading. I wanted material that draped nicely but with a dense enough weave to easily release the wax. When the 52″ fabric arrived, I ripped a piece 52″ long, for a square. [Continue here>>>]