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I haven't used Batiks before because I just didn't care for them. Well, I'm making a French Braid and I picked out all Batiks for it. I LOVE batiks! I don't know what I was thinking. I think I was thinking they were muddy looking or something, I don't know. I was use to traditional fabric and Batiks were too far out there for me. Well, not any more. Now, I want to work only with Batiks. Too bad I have only traditional in my stash. Dang!
"Be yourself...everyone else is taken."
Strong people don't put others down...they build them up."
"Remember that your instincts are more important than rules"
They can be muddy but can also be bright and cheerful or more subdued and calming. Check out this link and you'll see some very colorful batiks.
Jelly Roll Question
Yes, that's what I mean! I love batiks now because I found out they look like that. Thanks for pointing that out to me quiltsRfun!
"Be yourself...everyone else is taken."
Strong people don't put others down...they build them up."
"Remember that your instincts are more important than rules"
Another convert! Now you know why we like them so much!
legendarycandles.com
Just discovered I qualify for FABLE (Fabric Acquired Beyond Life Expectancy)
Oh, lands, I do pity your budget!
Where are the pics of what you're doing now? The rest of us Batik lovers wanna see!
Jan in VA
Jan in VA
Living in the foothills
peacefully colors my world.
I love Batiks too...after going through the same stage you did...not liking them....I've now become a fanatic!
If you feel like you're special...it's 'cause you are!
Momto5
I'm right there with you. I think they used to not be as FABULOUS as they are now. They were kinda heavy & stiff back in the day. Now they're just yummy & need to come live at my house! My only little complaint is I wish there were more pastel ones. I think they're hard to come by.Originally Posted by momto5
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Yes do show us what you are doing. I have never bought any batiks. Didn't know what to do with them (still don't).
I didn't like batiks until I started working at a quilt shop nearly 5 years ago. Now I think they're fantastic!
What a brave soul you are! I could NEVER work in a fabric store of any sort, I'd wind up owing them money every week over and above my paycheck.
He who cuts his own wood is warmed twice, but she who makes her own quilt is warmed forever - SLR 11/7/2011
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