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Bandana vs. Scarf: Which One Fits Your Lifestyle?
Ok so this is a question we get a lot, especially from people who are new to batik and trying to figure out where to start. Bandana or scarf? Same...
Why a 100% Cotton Batik Bandana Is Your Best Friend During a Heat Wave
With heat waves hitting hard across the West right now, a lot of people don't realize polyester is actually working against them. If you've ever tried to survive one with...
The Canting: The Tiny Copper Tool Behind Every Batik Tulis
You've probably seen the word "canting" in our product descriptions. Maybe you've scrolled past it without thinking much about it. This post is for anyone who's ever been curious, what...
Newest June 2026 Kasih Co-op Batik Bandanas
We are so excited to showcase our newest batik bandana drop for June 2026! Handcrafted by our artisan partners, this exclusive release features only two unique patterns, each bringing its...
Why Your Bandana Smells Weird (And Why That's a Good Sign)
You opened the package. You pulled out your new bandana. And then, you noticed it. A smell. Earthy. A little waxy. Maybe faintly smoky. Definitely not like anything from a...
Celebrating a New Milestone: Kasih Co-op is Now "People and Planet First" Verified!
At Kasih Co-op, our journey has always been rooted in a deep love for handmade artistry and a commitment to positive impact. Today, we are thrilled to share that we’ve...
Fair Trade Cotton Bandana: Why It Matters (And Where to Find One That's Actually Beautiful)
You've been searching for a fair-trade cotton bandana. Maybe you already own a drawer full of bandanas, the kind that fade after three washes, made God-knows-where by God-knows-who. Or maybe...
The Batik Bandana Is the Handkerchief Upgrade Men Didn't Know They Needed
Our customers use Kasih bandanas in all kinds of ways. Women reach for them as hair accessories, neckerchiefs, and bag accents. Men have been carrying them as handkerchiefs. And honestly?...
Kasih Co-op Featured in Immigrant Small Business Week
We're honored to be featured during Immigrant Small Business Week and grateful to CA4US for recognizing immigrant-owned businesses across California. As a small business, this recognition means a lot to...
Indonesia Is Not India (And Here's Why It Matters)
If you've ever typed "Indonesian batik" into a search bar and gotten results about Indian block printing, you're not alone. It happens all the time. Indonesia and India are two...
Milestone Moments: Reflecting on Museum Store Association FORWARD 2026 ✨
May was an unforgettable month for the Kasih Co-op family. We packed up our latest small-batch collections and headed to Philadelphia to exhibit at the Museum Store Association FORWARD Retail...
The Graduation Gift Nobody Else Is Giving
Everyone's going to show up with the same thing. A gift card. A picture frame with a quote on it. Maybe a candle that smells like "fresh linen" or whatever....
