TUTORIAL PEMBUATAN BATIK TULIS LASEM SKB REMBANG 2022

Summary

The video script explains the detailed process of making Lasem batik tulis, a traditional Indonesian art form. It outlines the nine key stages involved, from drawing motifs on paper (nungging) to transferring them onto fabric (njiplak), applying wax (ngelowong), filling in details (nicely), coloring (nyolet), and dyeing the fabric (nyerlir). The process concludes with removing the wax (nglorot), washing, and air-drying the fabric. Each step requires skill and precision, making Lasem batik a unique and intricate craft.

Takeaways

• 😀 Lasem batik is created through several distinct stages, each requiring specific skills and techniques.
• 😀 Batik tulis is a type of batik made using a canting, a tool similar to a pen for drawing wax on cloth.
• 😀 The canting is typically made of wood with a brass or zinc plate tip and is dipped into wax to draw designs.
• 😀 The first stage, nungging, involves drawing batik motifs on paper, requiring artistic skill.
• 😀 The second stage, njiplak, transfers the paper motifs onto cloth, which becomes the material for batik.
• 😀 The third stage, ngelowong, applies wax to the cloth using the canting to begin forming the batik patterns.
• 😀 The fourth stage, nicely, involves filling motifs on the cloth according to the initial design.
• 😀 The fifth stage, nyolet, colors specific parts of the design to enhance the pattern.
• 😀 The sixth stage, mopok, covers parts of the cloth with wax to protect them during further coloring.
• 😀 The seventh stage, nyelir, fully dyes the cloth using natural or chemical dyes.
• 😀 The eighth stage, nglorot, extends the wax pattern by soaking the cloth in boiling water.
• 😀 The ninth stage involves washing the cloth to remove remaining wax and drying it carefully to avoid sunlight damage.
• 😀 Mastering Lasem batik requires patience, precision, and a deep understanding of each stage in the process.

Q & A

What is Lasem batik tulis?

Lasem batik tulis is a traditional form of batik making that involves the use of a canting tool to draw intricate patterns and motifs onto fabric using wax.

What is a canting used for in batik making?

A canting is a small tool used for drawing or writing batik motifs. It is usually made of wood with a brass or zinc plate at the tip, and it is dipped in wax to create the design on fabric.

What does the first stage of batik making, 'Nungging,' involve?

'Nungging' is the process of drawing the batik motifs or patterns on paper. This step requires specific artistic skills, as not everyone can draw batik motifs.

What happens in the second stage, 'Njiplak'?

'Njiplak' involves transferring the design or motifs from paper onto the fabric, which will be used to make the batik.

What is the purpose of the 'Ngelowong' stage in batik making?

'Ngelowong' is the process of applying wax to the cloth using a canting. This is when the initial batik motif starts to appear on the fabric.

What happens during the 'Nicely' stage of making Lasem batik?

In the 'Nicely' stage, the batik motif is filled in with wax according to the design that was drawn during the earlier stages.

What does 'Nyolet' involve in the batik making process?

'Nyolet' is the stage where specific parts of the batik are colored, typically in satisfaction clubs or other colors, to enhance the motif.

What is the 'Mopok' stage, and why is it important?

'Mopok' is the process of covering certain areas that have been colored with wax. This step helps preserve the already colored parts of the design.

What does the 'Nyelir' stage entail in Lasem batik making?

In the 'Nyelir' stage, the batik is thoroughly dyed by immersing the cloth in natural or chemical dyes to achieve the desired color.

How is the wax removed from the batik in the 'Nglorot' stage?

'Nglorot' involves removing the wax by soaking the batik cloth in boiling water, which helps to dissolve and remove the wax completely.

What happens after the wax is removed in the final stages of batik making?

After the wax is removed, the batik cloth is washed with clean water to remove any remaining wax residue. The fabric is then dried, ensuring it is not exposed to direct sunlight.