Batik Scarves

This lightweight women's infinity scarf is handmade in Swaziland by 25 talented women artisans at Baobab Batik, using traditional batik methods.

The batik process involves tracing a design onto the fabric and applying layers of melted wax inside the lines. The wax dries and the fabric is then dyed according to the colors desired. After the dyeing process is complete, the wax is removed from the fabric to reveal beautiful patterns that are never exactly the same!

We usually sell these seasonally, for the holidays (they make great gifts!) and for winter.

As a fair trade organization, Baobab Batik places a lot of emphasis on creating a nurturing work environment where skills in the batik art form are taught and where individuals can grow and flourish. Today, Baobab Batik employs 35 women full-time, who earn on average 3.8 times Swaziland's national minimum wage. These women can also take advantage of benefits like interest-free loans to pay school fees for their children and 3 months paid maternity leave.