My interest in Batik started in 1972 and steadily became more serious. In 1976  I started  Chardavoyne Batik one of the business affiliated with the  Gurdjieff Group. I had tried other crafts but this one I resonated with the most. I like the natural fibers of cotton and silk  and the versatility of the many things you can make with them like wall hangings, quilts, clothing, and even children’s toys

quote from Abridged Autobiography :

“Gurdjieff’s work attempted to create a bridge between man as a Survivor and man as a Conscious Spiritual Being. This was done through the various levels of his work: the business or right livihood,— the impartial observation of yourself through the creation of an I,—- the meetings discussing these observations,—– the Movements or Spiritual Dances,—- Music—- and the work days. I would call the business and the work days the heart of the Work and the other steps the Mind and the Soul of the Work (though not sure if that is the way it goes). Right Livelihood means that what you do, your source of income, is not a mindless mechanical decision but an attempt to come from a place inside of you that you feel connected to.  I was interested in the arts and had developed an interest in the art of Batik ( a textile craft )  and started Chardavoyne Batik, which I did for many years ( till 1995 ) and the craft blossomed. Mr Nyland supported the Activities in whatever way he could.”