tutorial membuat batik motif Lembang dengan teknik colet

Summary

This video tutorial explains how to create batik tulis (hand-drawn batik) using the 'colet' technique, which involves applying color with brushes. The process begins with preparing the necessary materials like mori fabric, canting tools, wax, and Remazol dyes in various colors. The video demonstrates step-by-step instructions for waxing the fabric, mixing and applying the colors, and using a waterglass solution to set the dye. The tutorial concludes with removing the wax using hot water and soda ash, revealing the final batik design inspired by Palembang motifs.

Takeaways

• 🧵 Tutorial on making traditional hand-drawn batik using the 'colet' technique, which involves coloring with a brush.
• 👩‍🎨 The presenter is assisted by Dedek Una, and they are making a Palembang batik motif.
• 🖼️ The key materials needed are cotton fabric (kain mori), canting (a tool for applying wax), wax (malam), dye (Remazol colors), waterglass (fixative), brushes, stove, and a waxing tool.
• 🎨 The dyes used include yellow, blue, red, and black, which are mixed with water and applied in layers.
• 🖌️ The fabric is placed vertically to avoid dripping wax and ensure better application of the wax design.
• 🖋️ The batik motif includes elements like boats, waterfalls, and mountains inspired by the Tangkuban Perahu and Maribaya landscapes.
• 💦 Colors are layered with gradation techniques to create depth, such as light blue to dark blue for water and gray shades for mountains.
• 🧪 Waterglass is applied to fix the colors after the dyeing process, but it must be done carefully to avoid over-saturation.
• 🔥 The final step is the 'pelorodan' process, where the wax is removed by boiling the fabric in water mixed with soda ash.
• 🎉 The result is a hand-drawn batik with a Lembang motif, colored using the colet method with Remazol dyes.

Q & A

What is the main technique used in this batik tutorial?

The main technique used in the batik tutorial is 'colet,' a hand-painting method that applies color to the fabric using a brush.

Who assists the main presenter in creating the batik?

The presenter is assisted by Dedek Una in creating the batik.

What are the essential materials required to make batik in this tutorial?

The essential materials include mori cloth, canting (a tool for applying wax), wax, various colors of remazol dye (yellow, blue, red, black), waterglass for fixing the dye, a stove, brushes, and soda ash.

What is the purpose of using wax (malam) in the batik process?

Wax is used to create patterns on the fabric that resist dye, preserving the design during the dyeing process.

What kind of design is being created on the batik in this tutorial?

The design being created is a Palembang batik pattern featuring natural elements such as Mount Tangkuban Perahu, waterfalls, and other plant motifs.

How is the color applied to the fabric?

Color is applied using brushes, with the dyes mixed with warm water to help them dissolve. The base colors used are yellow, blue, red, and black, which are combined to create additional colors like green.

What is the purpose of waterglass in the batik process?

Waterglass is used to fix the colors on the fabric to prevent them from fading or bleeding.

What precaution should be taken during the waterglass spraying process?

Care should be taken to avoid spraying too much waterglass, as it can cause the colors to run and mix unintentionally.

What is the pelorodan process, and why is it important?

Pelorodan is the process of removing the wax from the fabric by boiling it in hot water mixed with soda ash. This step is important to reveal the final batik design and clean the fabric.

What is the final step after the batik design is complete?

The final step is washing the batik with shampoo and allowing it to air dry. This ensures the fabric is clean and ready for use.