We didn't tell because we didn't want to ruin the surprise!
Yes, batiks are flat out the BEST! Connecting Threads has come out with their own line of batiks. I only got my order last week - they are AWESOME! The feel is better than silk ANF they are only $5.96 a yard! Their Mirage fabric is great to and also silky.
http://www.connectingthreads.com
Waiting for your shipment to arrive is the only downer about them, but worth the wait. To make matters worse, they let you know when your order shipped, so you can pace back & forth waiting for the mailman every day until it arrives! They use the Post Office for mailing. Mine arrived exactly 1 week after it shipped.
Their thread is also terrific! CAn't beat the price & it;s low lint.