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Tadaa! These trousers are not bad for my first try at batik. I’m still not sure if I like the way the batik design turned out. See this post and read the comments for a little info on my batiking process. I may dye over it when the wax wears off after a few washes. I like the shape of the trousers, and I’ve learned enough about batik to be fairly certain that my next batik project will be more like what I originally envision. This project is a qualified success.
The pattern is Burdastyle 2/2012 104. Since it is only January 2012 at this point, this qualifies as a pattern from the future, but it really reminds me of a design from my past. Specifically, my favorite trousers from 1988. High, cut-on waist, pleats, narrow hem. The high waist is so different from any other trousers that I currently own that it may take some getting used to.
The fabric is a very beefy silk twill. It started out white.
back view
Waist detail on the trousers. The pattern is Burdastyle 2/2012 104.
The process. That's a tjanting tool.
This is my wax heating setup. Surprisingly, my house did not burn down.
Rolling in Cloth 
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I think it’s important that your house didn’t burn down! *smile* It is an interesting effect. Will you do this again?
I intend to do it again, but not until summer when I can do it outside.
I love your pants! Can’t wait to see your further adventures with batik.
Silk twill – it must feel incredible! It sounds lovely. Anything I did with a candle and a soda can would probably burn down my house. This was really neat adventurous project. 😉
Those turned out really cute! Very original and the silk is lovely to wear.
I just love all the sartorial research you do. It’s awesome!
You are so adventurous! I look forward to hearing more about batik.
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