The Balinese Cloths Batik

Many people who to Bali ask for "Balinese Batik". But in f act batik was never really made in from Bali until recently, and even today most batik comes from Java. Balinese batik is usually found on colorful bedspreads and sarongs with designs of anything from Bart Simpson to the Sun and Moon. To buy traditional batik sarongs, go to the market in Denpasar. However, check them carefully as there are many cheap print imitations.

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See also other Balinese Textiles : Balinese Cloth Ikat  Balinese Cloth Geringsing Balinese Cloth Songket Balinese Cloth Prada  Balinese Cloth Pelangi Balinese Cloth Batik

The Balinese Cloths Pelangi

Another traditional technique now fast-disappearing is is pelangi of tie-dye. By tying off sections of cloth to prevent it from coming into contact with the dye, beautiful patterns are created. Silk cloth is usually used.

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See also other Balinese Textiles : Balinese Cloth Ikat  Balinese Cloth Geringsing Balinese Cloth Songket Balinese Cloth Prada  Balinese Cloth Pelangi Balinese Cloth Batik

The Balinese Cloths Prada

Prada cloths is identified by gold designs on batik cloth. Originally the cloth was made with gold but now it is painted using imitation gold coloring, usually on polyester, for use in making fans and hotel decorations. Most Balinese dance costumes are also made of prada. A good place to buy prada is the Sukawati Art market.

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See also other Balinese Textiles : Balinese Cloth Ikat  Balinese Cloth Geringsing Balinese Cloth Songket Balinese Cloth Prada  Balinese Cloth Pelangi Balinese Cloth Batik