I love batiks too and would love to compare batik stashes with you. I have tons of them and I prefer using them over anything else. I even have flannel batiks! I use them for regular piecing and have started applique and use them there as well. I have never had any problems with them bleeding. I love the feel of them and my bargello duvet cover is backed with 108" batik. Use them and enjoy them as they are wonderful.