Indonesian Batiks has a new owner

 Yes, it is true. Indonesian Batiks has a new owner! It is time for the next chapter in my life. As much as I have loved growing this business and working with all of you folks, I feel very confident my business is in the good hands of someone younger with a similar passion for… Read more »

Batik Painting Pot Holder

This past weekend I attended a bridal shower where I noticed some handmade pot holders — and I thought how perfect our 9″ Batik Paintings would be for this project! In a previous post, we did a tutorial for Batik Painting Coasters, which can be altered slightly to create beautiful Batik Painting Pot Holders! To… Read more »

Hand Sewn Fabric Flowers

This is such a fun and easy craft to do with your children. This was the girls’ first time sewing, and they loved it!!! They were asking when they could sew next, so look forward to more kid friendly sewing projects 😏. We made these into hair clips, but there are so many other options… Read more »

Little Chicken Potholder

Learn to make this really cute, useful, and not-so-ordinary potholder. It folds in half so easily, making it nice for picking up hot dishes. Materials needed:1/4 yard of cotton fabric (makes three)Two buttons -for the eyes (to make one)A small square of felt 1″x 2″ (to make one)A small amount of pillow batting1 strip of… Read more »

DIY Microwave Potato Pouch

Who loves baked potatoes, but hates how long it takes to bake them in the oven? With this simple pattern you can get your potatoes done in minutes with the microwave. Happy Spud Baking and Sewing!!! Supplies:1/3 yard of fabric I used Tropical Water Spirals CBF4530L11″ X 20″ Batting Steps: Step 1: Cut out your… Read more »

Mini-Embroidery Hoop Ornaments

Now that Thanksgiving has passed, I’m ready to put up my tree and decorate for the holidays. I love ornaments that tell you something about the person that hung them – be it action figures, or hockey figurines. I found the perfect DIY ornament for craft lovers everywhere: Mini-Embroidery Hoop Ornaments. It’s very easy and… Read more »

Fabric Pumpkins

Perfect beginning sewer project, if you can sew a line (doesn’t even have to be straight 😉.) You can make this super cute fabric pumpkin. I made this in about 15 minutes. It is so rewarding making your own decorations. I was just at my favorite store to pick up a couple more decorations and… Read more »

Men’s BBQ Apron

BBQ season is here!!! I am trying to cash in on as much BBQ as possible. So I decided to butter up my Husband with this apron in hopes he will return the favor in flavor. This was such an easy project and I just love those happy cows. I hope to see your Men’s… Read more »

I Made This Contest 2021

Want to share something you’ve made and have the chance to win $75 Gift Voucher to Indonesian Batiks? Then you need to enter the I Made This Contest! We are so excited about this contest and hope you are too! We know this year has been a little chaotic for us all and if you… Read more »

Knit Batik Fabrics

Hi Friends,I last posted a feature about our Rayon Batiks. I’d also like to put a spotlight on our Knit Batiks. Knit is super comfortable, stretchy, and easy to sew. Our Knit Batik Fabric is made from 100% cotton and has a one-way stretch. This fabric makes incredibly comfortable and flattering apparel. I talked about… Read more »