I actually have experience with batiks from Marshall's. I ordered 10 1 yard each of different patterns. I was surprised by the fabric. It is very "heavy" not delicate or smooth, but rather coarse fabric. The colors are rather garish, also. Not the pretty muted colors I have experienced with others. There was also one missing from the order which I did advise them of. I washed and ironed, no bleeding or shrinking, etc.
I have ordered many times from them, even bolts of fabric. Always very happy. I called to ask about the quality of the batiks and was told they get them from the same places everyone else does. I guess he thought they did but I can't believe it. He was nice enough. I'll use the fabric for something.
Connecting Threads and Nancy's Notions both have beautiful batiks.
Kathie