Malaysia-based Argentinian fabric designer makes reusable batik masks to raise funds


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'The two-layer cotton face masks comes with a pocket to slot in a filter where people are able to wash and reuse; and in this way, we can reduce wastage, ' says Clarke. Photo: Batik's Secrets

As the medical face mask is highly in demand amid the spread of Covid-19, batik fabric designer Maureen Clarke has come up with the novel idea of using her self-designed material to make the sought-after item.

The 42-year-old Argentinian has embarked on a charity project where proceeds from the sale of her handmade batik face masks will be channeled towards helping the underprivileged who have been affected by the global pandemic.

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