European Summer Wanderlust: Gent, Amsterdam & Styling the Ultimate Travel Companion

Sharing my Europe summer getaway itinerary, all the while only packing carry on luggage and packing a few of our bandanas. There is nothing quite like a summer escape to...
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The Lightweight Piece of Fabric That's Quietly Replacing 10 Things in My Bag

I didn't expect a bandana to be the thing that finally got my "I really should be more sustainable" guilt to shut up. But here we are. A few months...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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?...
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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...
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Indonesië is geen India (en hierom is dat belangrijk)

Als je ooit "Indonesische batik" in een zoekbalk hebt getypt en resultaten hebt gekregen over Indiase blokdruk, dan ben je niet de enige. Het gebeurt de hele tijd. Indonesië en...
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