The Javanese city of Yogyakarta in which I live is the cultural hub and art capital of the island. Batik, the ancient art of painting designs onto fabric using wax as a resist, still flourishes here. The outdoor markets offer lovely used sarongs that incorporate traditional designs and techniques. These photos are typical of what's available:
Before heading back to the U.S. in mid-February 2012, I plan to purchase a collection of used sarongs that I will be offering for sale. These sarongs typically are 40 x 80 inches and they are all 100% cotton. Since they are used, they all acquire a wonderfully soft hand and some have an attractive, aged patina.
They are perfectly suited for creating clothing such as skirts, tops, and jackets as well as bags, quilts, cushions, hair adornments, and wall hangings. Please note the dimesions when ordering.
If you would like to reserve your sarong(s), I would be happy to include such orders in my shopping expeditions to the markets. Each piece is $15 plus $5 shipping. (If you're in the Phoenix AZ or Medford, OR area, I can deliver your order personally without a shipping charge. All sarongs will be delivered/sent by mid-March.
To order your sarongs, please email me here. If there's a particular color emphasis you would like, please let me know and I'll try to oblige. Having studied batik and being familiar with the local marketplace for used sarongs, I will be seeking out the most beautiful pieces that will lend themselves to your projects.
To order or learn more, please send me an email at willow paule @ gmail dot com.
willowpaule at gmail dot com
