African Wax Fabric Ideas & Projects to Try Today
Oct 31st 2022
Creating with African Wax Fabric by Marion Costamagna contains 20 projects in sizes two to 24W that feature bold, beautiful fabrics that are sure to add a pop of color and style to your wardrobe. This book includes skirts, shirts, dresses, and more.
It is a great guide to sewing garments using bold prints of any type. The author tells you what tools you need, the projects are easy to follow, and the designs are perfect for using these luscious prints.
This book is filled with eye candy that is sure to brighten up your day.
What is African wax fabric? According to Marion, “The origin of African wax prints dates back to the nineteenth century during the colonial period when Dutch colonists took inspiration from Indonesian batiks and began creating original and highly colorful patterns. When the Ghanaian soldiers who fought for the Dutch colony in Indonesia returned home, they brought back those fabrics that had captured their compatriots’ hearts.” Like batiks from Indonesia, the fabric is waxed so the colors are similar on both sides.
You can learn more about Ankara, wax hollandais, or Kitenge fabric here. This fabric became a mainstay in African culture; the designs communicate events, places, people, and things. It is used for celebrations because of its bright colors and exquisite designs.
Where can you buy this fabulous fabric? One great retailer is Cultured Expressions; this shop specializes in African fabrics. We also have a great lecture on African wax fabrics on Creative Spark Online Learning; check it out!
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