Cosmetic bag in a batik style

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Cosmetic bag in a batik style

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Instructions in 6 steps The white cosmetic bag is customised using the batik technique. To add that little something extra, colourful tassels and a macramé handle are optimal.

Besides the articles listed below, you also need: Parcel string or rubber bands, scissors, accessories for dyeing (see dyeing instructions), glue, dosing bottle

And this is how it works:

Step 1

To make batik circles, lay the pre-washed cosmetic bag on your work surface. Pull the middle of the front of the cosmetic bag upwards to form a pointed tip that you will tie twice with a parcel string or rubber band.

Step 2

Then dip the pointed tip into the batik dye prepared as specified in the instructions. Start with the lightest colour. The fabric must dry after each dyeing before moving on to the next.

Step 3

Colour highlights can be created onto the bound and dyed fabric tip using the dosing bottle.

Step 4

The parcel string or rubber band can be removed when the bag is dry. Then stamp your motif in the middle of the batik ring using the clear stamp.

Step 5

For the bag handle, you’ll need a 5 m long piece of macramé yarn. Lay it in the middle and start braiding the handle by applying the reef knot. Tie-off the end. Cut off protruding threads and affix them with a drop of glue.

Step 6

Finally, attach two tassels to the puller of the zipper. To do this, slightly bend open the ring by means of the tapered flat pliers. Hook up the puller and the tassels to the ring and close it.