TA P E S T RY
Cultural and sporting events abound
this issue, whether you want to learn
magic — or listen to music
MAKE
Created using dye and
hot wax as a resist, these
intricate handiworks are
made into decorative
items such as bags,
scarves and — most
commonly — clothing. The
most traditional type of
batik, called batik tulis, is
hand-drawn and as such
indicates the wearer’s
social status.
PAT T E R N S
OF
HERITAGE
CRASH MY PLAYA
JANUARY 22–26
PUERTO DEL CARMEN, MEXICO
This four-day beachside musical
extravaganza is hosted by country
superstar Luke Bryan who will be joined
by country music luminaries Dierks
Bentley and Cole Swindell along with
a multitude of other stars. While the
nights are made for music, there are
plenty of activities in the daytime to
keep adrenalin high, from lazing on a
luxury catamaran to discovering the
temple of