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Handpainted Batik!  On the front AND back!

Not stamped or vat dyed!

This exquisite tote-style bag showcases the vibrant allure of male Eclectus parrot feathers, artfully handpainted with meticulous batik craftsmanship. Crafted to perfection, this unique accessory captures the bird's radiant plumage, bringing a burst of tropical beauty to your everyday style. Each feather is carefully rendered, making every bag one-of-a-kind. With its spacious interior and durable construction, this eco-friendly bag offers both fashion and functionality, making it a stunning statement piece for bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and fashion-forward individuals alike. Embrace the essence of nature with this stunning handpainted batik tote.

• Completely drawn & painted by hand using the wax-resist technique of batik

• Top zipper  - Keeps unwanted hands & beaks out of your bag!

• Large inside zippered pocket - Don't rummage around the bottom of the bag looking for your keys or phone!

• Batiked onto cotton fabric

• Fully Lined - with moisture-resistant polyester fabric

• Lightly quilted!  With polyester batting to give a 3D effect

• Measurements: Approximately 15.75" across the middle, Slightly wider at the top, and narrower at the bottom. 17" tall. Drop-handle approx 13".

• Design based on the lovely photo by David Clode, taken at the Cairns Wildlife Dome, Australia

Care instructions: Hand or machine wash in cool or warm water with similarly colored items. Hang to dry or in a dryer set to cool or warm.

What is our batik process? Our batik technique, a revered art form originating from Indonesia, involves a meticulous process of wax-resist dyeing. We start with an artist tracing the design onto the fabric. Then he or she applies the hot wax to the fabric,, using a special pen,  tracing the stunning feathers. Subsequently, the feathers are painted by hand in two steps - the main background color + additional detailing. Some time along the way, the background color is applied. The fabric is then placed in the sun, to set the dyes. Later, it is immersed in boiling water to remove the wax and then dried in the sun. Afterward, it is carefully machine-sewn. 

The end result is a vibrant, mesmerizing masterpiece that you will be proud to take anywhere.