{"product_id":"handwoven-batik-print-traditional-spun-kaftan-kurta-green","title":"Artisan-Woven Cotton Blend Kaftan Kurta | Batik Print - Olive Green","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCrafted with patience and purpose, our \u003cstrong\u003eBatik Print Kaftan Kurta\u003c\/strong\u003e is a celebration of two living traditions brought together in one garment. The base fabric is an artisan-woven cotton blend, in the timeless Swadeshi spirit. On it, the ancient art of Batik print brings life through wax, colour, and craft, resulting in a piece that carries centuries of textile wisdom in every motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe kaftan silhouette is generous and unhurried, with wide kimono-style sleeves that fall at the elbow and a V-neck with a notch opening at the centre. A drawstring cord ties at the waist, allowing the wearer to define the silhouette or let it flow freely. The olive green base carries the characteristic wax-crackle texture of hand-applied Batik, printed with white and black motifs: large circular medallion forms across the body, peacock and floral arch motifs along the lower border, and fine dot-work detailing throughout. Deep black Batik border sections at the sleeves and lower body frame the green centre with a bold, grounded contrast. The relaxed, flowing cut makes this kaftan kurta ideal for warm weather, long hours, and conscious dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDesigned for women who value authenticity over excess, this piece works equally well as relaxed daywear, comfortable homewear, or a statement ethnic outfit for casual gatherings. It offers ease without effort and character without trying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEach kurta is cut from artisan-woven cotton blend fabric and hand-printed, bearing subtle variations in the Batik pattern that are not inconsistencies but proof of the human hands behind every piece, making it truly one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtisan-Woven Cotton Blend Kaftan Kurta | Batik Print - Olive Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtisan-Woven Cotton Blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKaftan Kurta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelaxed Kaftan Fit (Wide and Flowing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. Size (Inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBust - 38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeckline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV-Neck with Centre Notch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKimono\/Batwing Sleeves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElbow Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaist Detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrawstring Cord Tie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrint Technique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-Applied Batik Wax-Resist Print\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotifs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircular Medallions, Peacock and Floral Arch Border, Dot-Work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlive Green with White and Black Batik Print\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured, Softens with Every Wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtisan-Woven and Hand-Printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtisan Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandcrafted by Traditional Weavers and Batik Artisans of India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for Daily Wear, Homewear, Casual Outings, Travel, and Conscious Gifting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSustainability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthically Made, Supports Weaving and Craft Communities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle Hand Wash Separately in Cold Water; Dry in Shade; Iron on Medium Heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS CRAFT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTwo crafts meet in this garment. The first is artisan weaving, rooted in India’s tradition of self-reliance. The second is Batik, a wax-resist printing technique with a presence in India going back centuries, known today through the work of artisans in Bengal, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe word Batik comes from the Javanese “amba” meaning to write, and “titik” meaning dot. That origin tells you everything about the technique: it is drawing with wax, one deliberate mark at a time. In India, the Batik tradition found a particularly important home in Bengal after Rabindranath Tagore’s 1927 visit to Java and Bali, where he brought back Batik tools and fabrics to Kala Bhavana at Shantiniketan, sparking a local tradition that continues to this day. UNESCO recognised Batik’s global cultural importance in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRAFTSMANSHIP \u0026amp; THE WEAVING PROCESS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing the Yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e The yarn is selected and prepared for strength and a lively, textured finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Weaving\u003c\/strong\u003e The yarn is woven by skilled artisans. This slow, rhythmic process produces a fabric that is durable and uniquely alive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing the Fabric for Batik\u003c\/strong\u003e The woven fabric is washed and prepared carefully before printing begins. A clean, well-prepared base ensures the wax and dye work in true harmony with the fabric’s character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplying the Batik Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot wax is applied onto the fabric using a brush, block, or pen-like canting tool, covering every area that is meant to resist the dye. These wax-covered sections remain the original fabric colour after dyeing. On this kaftan, the white motifs are the areas preserved by wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing from Light to Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e The fabric is dyed in cold water, working from the lightest shade to the darkest. Each dye bath builds depth and contrast. The olive green body and deep black border sections are achieved through this layered dyeing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoving the Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the desired colours are achieved, the fabric is boiled in hot water. The wax melts away, revealing the full pattern beneath: crisp white motifs, the characteristic fine wax-crackle lines across the green body, and bold black borders with white print detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting and Tailoring\u003c\/strong\u003e The printed fabric is cut and stitched by experienced artisans into the kaftan kurta silhouette, complete with a V-neck, elbow-length kimono sleeves, and a drawstring waist cord, all finished with care to preserve the integrity of the Batik pattern across the garment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery Batik Print Kaftan Kurta carries within it the labour and knowledge of two separate artisan traditions. It is not fast fashion. It is thoughtful clothing, meant to be worn, lived in, and valued over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taalapatra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45144418680886,"sku":"KC25TC0110015-1","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/9992\/7606\/files\/KC25TC0110015-6.webp?v=1774371570","url":"https:\/\/www.taalapatra.com\/products\/handwoven-batik-print-traditional-spun-kaftan-kurta-green","provider":"Taalapatra Vibes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}