Zat Pewarna Alam Sebagai Alternatif Pewarna Batik

Abstract

Batik is the art and method of decorating a cloth with a wax covering in which the decorative patterns and patterns are formed using dyes. The two dyes, namely natural dyes and chemical dyes. In its development, natural dyes are increasingly in demand, apart from having beautiful and unique colors, they are also good for the user's skin. For this reason, this article aims to explain natural dyes that can be used as alternative batik dyes. The nature of the research is field research and library research. Research techniques are carried out using various steps, including: Observation techniques. The data that has been obtained is then compiled, classified and analyzed descriptively qualitatively. And to obtain complementary research data using library research techniques. From this study, the results of various natural dyes were obtained. Either those that are often used or new natural dyes that can be used as coloring in making batik. When applying natural dyes, it is recommended to use local materials so that they can become characteristic of the batik color of that area and of course to try often, so that you get the right amount for batik coloring.