DYEING CLASS: Faux Batik Technique Workshop

The Indonesian island of Java has a rich history of batik - a technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to cloth, creating highly patterned and colorful fabric. Join artist and maker Robert Mahar in learning about this Javanese craft and then reimagine it utilizing a playful DIY method to create a beautiful custom throw pillow cover for your home. While paying homage to customary methods, this project will focus on a non-traditional method replacing wax resist with an unexpected material.  Instruction will explore traditional designs, but presents participants with the opportunity to create their own patterning, placement and color palette. Beginner friendly - no previous experience necessary!

All materials (fabric paint, dye resist, practice fabric, blank pillow case and brushes) are provided and included in the cost of the class. (Please note that pillow inserts will not be included in the materials kit.) Students are encouraged to wear clothing that can potentially be stained or bring a protective apron to wear.

6 students minimum/12 students maximum

Ages 18+

This class will take place at Monster. Our address is 1716 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107. It's at the intersection of 17th and NW Market Street - kitty corner from Mighty-O Donuts.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins. 

As an extra bonus, attendees receive 20% off same-day purchases at Monster - excluding gift cards, class tickets and original art. 

If you cannot attend class for any reason, we will offer an exchange to another class currently on our schedule up to 48 hours before the class. After that time, no refunds or exchanges are issued out of respect for our teachers who purchase and prepare supplies based on the number of attendees.

Our current Covid protocol is that anyone attending an event can email us at Info@monstermonster.shop to let us know they prefer that people wear masks and/or we check vaccination records up to 72 hours before the event begins. Your request is anonymous to all the other participants.

Attendees will receive an email before the class to let them know If we will be checking vaccination records and requiring masks be worn.

About Our Instructor

Robert Mahar is a California-based artist and educator who teaches thoughtfully researched and developed hands-on projects based in historical craft traditions. He’s also a proud contestant alumni, and subsequent associate producer, on NBC’s crafting competition show Making It with Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman. With an education in studio arts and art history, he has worked in a variety of creative fields including 13 years as an appraiser of modern and contemporary art. Learn more about Robert, explore his video tutorial archive and shop his collection of curious embroidery samplers at robert-mahar.com.