The “Malaysia Batik – Crafted For the World” movement, was initiated by our First Lady Datin Paduka Seri Endon Mahmood in 2003. This year, it is spreading its wings with activities organised by Batik Guild Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Endon’s charity, Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia, and Penyayang.
In January, there was a fashion show by Italian and Malaysian designers at the National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur. A buzz was generated when Italian designer Roberta di Camerino placed orders with the 2003 winner of the Piala Seri Endon batik design competition, Masrina Abdullah.
