Greenery- 2017 Pantone Color of the Year

Pantone Announced the Color of the Year 2017: Greenery Pantone “is the world-renowned authority on color.” Did you know Pantone host a “secret meeting” to come up with the color of the year. After days of debate, trend analysis, and thoughtful consideration the final color is chosen which echos the zeitgeist.       The… Read more »

Embellishing

Batik Art Paintings are works of art in their own right. However, we are always thrilled to see the results of added embellishments.   By using the many possible decorative threads, an array of beads, yarns, ribbons, and even iron-on crystals you can further enhance your finished projects. Whether you are a beginner at embellishing… Read more »

Winners of 2016 Naming Contest

Our New Fabrics Are Here Winning Names Congrats Winners! -1- Midnight Jungle  Winner: Maris W. CBF4660H RBF04660H -2- Peach Blossom Paisley Winner: Darla P. CBF3200H RBF03200H -3- Multicolored Berries on Vines on Lemon Yellow Winner: Joy H. CBF6230H -4- Life in Color Winner: Joanne C. RBF07630H -5- Jade Fern Grotto Winner: Kathy S. CBF2880H RBF02880H… Read more »

2016 “Name that Fabric” Contest

We just got the word that the ship has set sail! Our new fabrics will be arriving by the end of October! Seeing all the new fabrics is always so exiting! With over 8,000 yards of Batik fabrics arriving, our warehouse is going to be very colorful. This shipment features stunning new prints, and is packed… Read more »

Rachel Derstine -Fiber Artist

Every year we have the Anacortes Arts and Crafts festival in town.  It’s always such a privilege to see so many talented artists in one place and nearby!  I had the good fortune to meet Rachel Derstine, who is  an amazing fiber artist. She was on a month long trip selling her wares at many… Read more »

New Stylish Bag Patterns!

Indonesian Batiks wants to introduce two new stylish patterns! These sensible, eco-friendly bags have infinite uses! Go Everywhere Bag This messenger style bag truly is practical and useful everywhere you go! It’s features a built-in water bottle and cell phone pocket plus 2 spacious outside pockets. Measured 16″ wide and 13.5″ deep, it is great… Read more »

A New Look For Spring!

The Perfect Panel Jacket is a beautiful, functional piece of art and clothing in one. With a Batik painting displayed on your back you can be a walking masterpiece! This is a quilted jacket made with batting on the inside and free motion designs to compliment the painting. On the painting the free motion quilting… Read more »

Fabric Naming Contest 2016- Winners

Congratulations to all Our Winners! Contest is Over You could win 2 yards of this NEW fabric. NEW Cotton and Rayon Batik Fabrics are coming to our warehouse soon!  There are so many new fabrics to fuel your creativity. We are excited to show you all of the new colors and designs. Keep an eye out for their arrival…. Read more »

Pantone Color of the Year

“Joined together, Rose Quartz and Serenity demonstrate an inherent balance between a warmer embracing rose tone and the cooler tranquil blue, reflecting connection and wellness as well as a soothing sense of order and peace.” – www.pantone.com The Pantone color(s) of the year represent what is going on in culture during modern times and leave you… Read more »

We have our Winners!

We received our Fabric Shipment!!! Over 4,000 yards of fabric now in the warehouse. We are working frantically to get the remaining new fabrics loaded onto our website. Winners from “Name That Fabric”  Oceanside Floating Feathers -Susan T. Tangy Orange Bouquet-Ashley C. Gold & Paradise Pink Bouquet on Magenta-Frances F. Multi Colored Bouquet-Vicky H. Exotic Purple Starburst-Paige W. Goldenrod Starburst-Mary… Read more »