Batik Artistry Workshop
Saturday 24th January 2026 - Henshaws, Knaresborough
Available spaces
Join Rachael Forest and discover the vibrant art of batik at North Yorks Art School, where you’ll create a unique fabric artwork using the ancient wax resist method. This one-day workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, offering a hands-on introduction to designing with molten wax and colourful dyes. Under Rachael’s expert guidance, you’ll learn to use traditional tools like tjantings and brushes to apply wax patterns, then add dyes to create a stunning piece on fabric, which can be embellished or developed into a tote bag or decorative panel. Set in the welcoming hub of Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre, this workshop fosters a friendly and inspiring atmosphere, ensuring you leave with a beautiful batik creation and the skills to explore this expressive craft further. Batik, an ancient textile technique originating in Indonesia over 2,000 years ago, is celebrated for its intricate patterns created through a wax resist process, where molten wax is applied to cloth before dyeing to preserve specific areas. From Javanese ceremonial cloths to vibrant African and Indian textiles, batik has spread globally, with each culture adding unique motifs, from floral designs to geometric pattern. Traditionally, artisans used tjanting tools or fine brushes to apply wax, followed by dyes that penetrate unwaxed areas, creating striking contrasts. Today, batik is valued for its versatility, producing wearable art, home decor, or fine art panels and its sustainability, using natural fabrics like cotton and eco-friendly dyes. This workshop introduces you to the meditative and creative process of batik, empowering you to craft functional or decorative pieces with minimal tools, blending tradition with personal expression. You’ll begin by learning to use tools like tjantings (spouted tools for precise wax application) and brushes, applying molten wax to cotton fabric to create resist patterns. Rachael will guide you through selecting and mixing dyes, teaching safe application techniques to achieve vibrant, layered colours while ensuring compatibility with the fabric. You’ll explore how to build intricate patterns and add texture through wax layers. Saturday 24th January 2026 10am - 4pm with Rachael Forest This workshop takes place at: Henshaws Art & Crafts Centre 50 Bond End Knaresborough HG5 9AL This workshop includes all materials, tote bag, refreshments and lunch.
Cancellation Policy
All workshops are priced including VAT charged at 20%. By completing this purchase you are securing a place for a workshop or course which, unless stated, includes all materials, refreshments and lunch. We understand that plans can change, so we’ve outlined our cancellation and rescheduling policies for our residentials to ensure clarity and flexibility. At North Yorks Art School (NYAS), we incur a number of costs as soon as a booking is made — including venue, tutor, bank charges and administration fees. Unfortunately, due to the increasing number of cancellations, we now need to pass on a portion of these costs to customers when cancellations occur. Rescheduling Your Booking You can reschedule your booking up to 8 weeks before the start date of your workshop free of charge — (subject to availability). Reschedules outside of this time will be subject to a 10% booking fee. We will confirm the change in writing and transfer your place accordingly. Cancellations & Refunds If you choose to cancel your booking rather than reschedule, the following cancellation fees will apply: Over 6 Months 90% refund 4 to 6 months 80% refund 2 to 4 months 70% refund 31 to 60 days 50% refund 30 days or less No refund Refunds will be processed to your original payment method within 3–5 business days once the cancellation is confirmed. Your Right to Cancel (Cooling-Off Period) If you live in the UK or EU, you are entitled to a 14-day cancellation window from the date of booking. Within this period, you may cancel for a full refund without providing a reason. To exercise this right, contact us at info@bookaclass.org within the 14-day period. Refunds will be processed to your original payment method. For all booking-related enquiries, rescheduling requests or cancellations, please email: info@bookaclass.org