Where it all begins

This is where the Petit Batik fabrics are made. This small family run set up is amazing to see and really inspired me the first time I was introduced to the family who run it, it was quite a privilege to see it. The smell of the wax was truly enticing, and the family were so laid back - they even let me have a turn. The entire process of making the batiks is very hands on, and the factories are small and only make about 40 meters of each design at one time. It's quite an organic process, there is no set order of what design will be made next as it's pretty much up to the women as to what design they feel like making at any one time. I don't mind this factor though, it makes it more interesting, and the clothes all the more unique.