Experience the magic of batiks!

Get to know this unique, hand-dyed fabric today! Wednesday Newsletter | March 24, 2021 [Shop All Batik Fabric]( [Shop All Batik Fabric]( Have you seen our growing collection of [hand-dyed batiks](? This week we're taking a dive into the world of these unique fabrics to show off how and why they should be your very best friend. Have a look! [Waterlilies Batiks by Anthology Fabrics]( [Waterlilies Batiks by Anthology Fabrics]( [Waterlilies Batiks]( What is a Batik? A [batik]( (buh-teek) is an Indonesian wax-resist dyeing technique in which wax is applied to fabric in specific areas, whether by hand or with a copper stamp. When the wax hardens, the fabric is submerged in dye - a process that can involve several dippings, dryings, and colors! The fabric is then boiled to remove the wax, revealing areas untouched by dye. Then the process starts again! This technique creates fabric that appears cracked, marbled, and perfectly imperfect. Every yard is vibrant and always unique, each slightly different than the last thanks to the hand of a skilled artisan. Don't you just want [a one-of-a-kind candy-colored bundle]( all to yourself? [Wine Night Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Wine Night Batiks]( [Hummingbird Lane by Artisan Batiks]( [Hummingbird Lane Batiks]( [Lucky in Love Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Lucky in Love Batiks]( Why Use Batiks? [Our batiks]( are 100% cotton, just like regular quilting fabric, with a thread count that is higher per inch - meaning a tighter weave and fewer frayed edges! Sewing with batiks feels the same as working with any other cotton, and they play nicely with other substrates too. Plus, a batik quilt will get just as soft with use and after washing... that's why they should be part of any quilter's stash! [Ibiza Tonga Batiks by Timeless Treasures]( [Ibiza Tonga Batiks]( [Ibiza Tonga Batiks by Timeless Treasures]( [Ibiza Tonga Batiks]( Why Use Batiks? [Our batiks]( are 100% cotton, just like regular quilting fabric, with a thread count that is higher per inch - meaning a tighter weave and fewer frayed edges! Sewing with batiks feels the same as working with any other cotton, and they play nicely with other substrates too. Plus, a batik quilt will get just as soft with use and after washing... that's why they should be part of any quilter's stash! [Citrus Craze Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Citrus Craze Batiks]( [Harvest Helpings Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Harvest Helpings Batiks]( [Teeny Bikini Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Teeny Bikini Batiks]( [How to Mix and Match Batiks and Cotton Prints in Quilting by Edyta Sitar]( [How to Mix Cottons and Batiks]( How to Use Batiks Trust us, batiks aren't so scary! Quilters have been using mixed textiles for centuries, and there's no wrong way to use these beautiful fabrics! Learn from the master - watch our video with Edyta Sitar on [how she pairs batiks with cottons](! Try mixing and matching these vibrant colors with your next project, or pair printed cottons with batik cousins. You might surprise yourself! And Most Importantly... HAVE FUN! We're certain the humble batik will quickly find its place in your home. All you need to do is open your mind, your world, and your stash to the magic of batiks, and [fill your life with color](, one yard at a time. Browse batiks from [Robert Kaufman](, [Hoffman](, [Anthology](, [Andover](, [Wilmington Prints](, and [MORE]( for endless inspiration! [SHOP BATIKS NOW]( [Blue Jean Baby Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Blue Jean Baby Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics]( [Blue Jean Baby Batiks]( [Flash Sale]( [TODAY'S FLASH SALE:]( Starting at 8AM CST, save with these lovely sales: - 38% OFF [Pocketful of Posies Jelly Roll]( by Chloe's Closet - 48% OFF [Sunnyside Quilt Pattern]( by Thimble Blossoms - 50% OFF [Love, Sweet Love Cross Stitch Pattern]( by Waxing Moon Designs - 56% OFF [3.5" Multicolor Dots on White Embroidery Scissors]( by Allary Hurry! These deals won't last long! [Shop What's New]( [Shop What's New]( [Shop New Cross Stitch]( [Shop New Cross Stitch]( [Shop]( | What's New]( | [On Sale]( | [Daily Flash Sales]([Privacy Policy]( Follow us on social media! [The Jolly Jabber Blog]( [Fat Quarter Shop Facebook]( [Fat Quarter Shop Instagram]( [Fat Quarter Shop Twitter]( [Fat Quarter Shop Pinterest]( [Fat Quarter Shop Youtube]( Contact Us 2899 Business Park Drive, Buda, TX 78610 Toll Free [1.866.826.2069](tel:1-866-826-2069) [View in Browser]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy](