Choosing the right materials is key to achieving authentic batik results. Start with natural fabrics like cotton or linen as they absorb dye better than synthetic ones. Get high-quality dyes ...

Guided travel is new to me, something I’ve avoided. So I’m curious to see what unfolds as I gather with 20 other Baby Boomers in the marble-clad acreage that is the foyer of Singapore’s posh Fullerton ...

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Abstract: Batik is a cultural heritage of Indonesia that has been recognized internationally and has received an award as a cultural heritage from UNESCO. However, the vast number of batik patterns in ...

Abstract: This paper presents a new method for performing Batik image retrieval system. The proposed method employs the Completed Local Binary Pattern (CLBP) and Maximum Run Length (MRL) in the ...

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Craft meets care in Souq El-Fustat, where women are trained to produce crafts from workshops or the comfort of their own homes.

Quilters travel far to visit North Carolina’s most beloved quilt shop, known for fabric, classes, and a welcoming vibe.

If you love sewing, quilting, or creating anything with fabric, Fabric & Fringe Warehouse in Georgia is the kind of place that instantly sparks inspiration. Located at 2440 Canton Road in Marietta, ...

African batik prints, with their vibrant colors and intricate patterns, can add a unique touch to any home decor ...

Lauren Chapin, best known for her role as the young Kathy Anderson on the American sitcom Father Knows Best, has died at the ...

Millions of locusts disrupted tourists’ vacations as they came down in near-biblical proportions in Spain’s Canary Islands. Authorities have issued a warning to visitors to ”stay calm” as the pests ...