Originally Posted by crafty_linda_b
Opal I don't know if you have been reading all the posts lately about Batiks. A lot of the gals have said they bleed really bad. Make sure you wash and wash them over again until the water runs clear before using them in a quilt.
You got a nice assortment of fabrics.
Happy Stitchin' crafty_linda_b
I'm working on a quilt using batiks (never really worked with them before) and the LQS said to make sure I wash them for the bleed but also to get any excess residue out from the stamping. I've also noticed with the tight weave, I need to make sure I have a nice, sharp needle or it tends to "pull" a little during stitching (maybe pull is not the right word but hopefully you know what I mean).
Have fun with your new stash !!