SELAMAT HARI BATIK!
SELAMAT HARI BATIK MALAYSIA!
Malaysia's Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, stated on December 1, 2021, that the day of December 3 has been chosen as Malaysia's Batik Day, which would be celebrated yearly beginning this year.
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| Source: @bernamadotcom via Twitter |
Based on the announcement made, the celebration of our local gem was meant to be a symbol of harmony of Malaysians, where we would all where Batik despite our race, religion, and background. We are all one in Batik! In conjunction with Batik Day, I have decided to make a special posting to share business-related to Batik that you guys may be interested in getting or doing such as batik painting! I will be dividing sections according to their category so it’ll be easier for you guys to check it out!
Batik Paintings in Malaysia
1. @batik_ainnaartwork
Located in Pasar Seni, Kuala Lumpur, this place is accessible for public transportations such as LRT Pasar Seni, MRT Pasar Seni, KTM Kuala Lumpur, and Rapid KL buses. This could be a good date activity whether with your significant other or friends!
2. @rozanasbatik
With almost 30 years of experience in the Batik field, RozanasBatik is the most famous batik brand and well-known not just for the locals, but also the foreigners who came for holidays in Penang. Fellow Penangites should definitely check her out!
3. Atma Alam Batik Art Village
Operating in Langkawi the jewel of Kedah, this place offers an affordable price for batik paintings! Besides that, other merchandises like traditional wear, shoes, hats, and other batik products are available here too! I have been here once and definitely recommend for you guys list this place down as a must-visit stop when you are in Langkawi!
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| Me and my masterpiece at Atma Alam! Hehe |
Fashion
Bags:
1. Gadees.Klasik
Established specially for local women, this brand majorly focuses on Baju Kurung Kedah or also known as Baju Opah, but has broadened its products by introducing an eco-friendly foldable Batik shopping bag! Yes. Did I mention it is foldable? IT IS FOLDABLE, GIRLIES. It would be very useful for everyday use such as buying groceries!
2. @emmmmmmsyyyy
3. Asma Embong's Handmade bags
Offering a trendy, chic, and patriotic look all at once! These handmade bags were made sure to be made from the finest fabrics from all over the world!
Headwear:
1. Batik Bucket Hat by @dalluna17
A reversible Batik bucket hat?! Take all my money! You can style it both ways to match your outfits! So cute!
Clothing:
1. @1920collective
This might not be your typical flowered-batik print, but 1920collective has managed to tackle the hearts of tie-dye batik Malaysian lovers since 2020! Offering colourful bleached sweatshirts of various sizes and designs, it is mostly targeted at youngsters nationwide!
2. LMR Elegans
This store provides unsew Batik fabrics and Kaftans! You will be in the spotlight with these eye-catching motives, especially during Hari Raya!
2. @bajubatik.my
Accessories:
1. H&I Store
If you're not confident whether you could pull a Batik themed outfit, no worries! With the existence of a Batik motive phone case, it can help to give a little spice to your outfit. Not to mention that they are also available in Songket motives too! If you are interested to know more about H&I Store, kindly proceed to my previous posting as I held an interview with their respectable owner, Mr Hafiz Ibrahim!
2. Aniqah's Art Diary
By just the age of 17-years-old, Aniqah Shahmi successfully runs a Batik business of skateboard decks! One part that I should highlight is that THEY ARE ALL HAND DRAWN. This proves that Batik can be combined with anything! Literally. Batik and sports is a combination that I would love to see more in the future.
Al-Quran
As the saying goes, you have to save the best for the last right? This Batik Al-Quran by @quranhumaira on Instagram is the prettiest thing I have laid my eyes on. It comes in four variants of colours and all of them have managed to steal my heart!
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