Resist dyeing

Resist dyeing (resist-dyeing) is a traditional method of dyeing textiles with patterns. Methods are used to "resist" or prevent the dye from reaching all the cloth, thereby creating a pattern and ground. The most common forms use wax, some type of paste made from starch or mud, or a mechanical resist that manipulates the cloth such as tying or stitching.

Another form of resist involves using a dye containing a chemical agent that will repel another type of dye printed over the top.
The best-known varieties today include tie-dye, batik, and ikat.

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