Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Batik Quilt Top

Batik scrap quilt by Jeanne Selep Imaging
Batik Quilt Top
Today I wanted to share a quilt top that I (finally!) finished sewing together.  The 48 quilt blocks in the top are made with over 40 different batik fabrics I have collected over decades (Millenium?  ;)  The quilt's dimensions are 36 by 48 inches. 
batik fabric quilt detail
Closeup of batik fabrics
The quilt top has many different batik fabrics, which I think are some of the most beautiful fabrics.  Batik fabrics are traditionally hand dyed in multiple steps with wax being used to 'resist' or block dye from reaching areas of the fabric.  It is a manual process that results in each piece of fabric being unique since the wax and dyes adhere, pool and dry in different ways.  Printed fabric frequently has ink that rests on the surface and dries quickly, where the batik fabric are dyed - the fabric becomes soaked with dye and has color on both sides.  

batik fabric quilt detail
Closeup of multiple batik fabrics

It feels like it was a big step for me to finally get the top done.  I had completed the quilt blocks well over a two years ago, and had rearranged the blocks many times, and it was turning into another UFO - Unfinished object.  Now it is at least a completed quilt top!  It may take years for it to become a completed wall quilt, (sigh... Who knows what the future will be like when that happens.)

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27 comments:

Lindsay @ Diary of a Crafty Lady said...

Wow, this is so beautiful! Great job!

Brianna! said...

it's GORGEOUS
and very motivating
I REALLY REALLY have been wanting to make a quilt!

xoxo
bB

LV said...

I love all quilts. This is a interesting one you have shared. I really like it and the designs in the fabric.

Susan Freeman said...

Beautiful. I love those colors!

Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo

Tanya said...

Congrats on finishing it up! LOVE the batiks - great, colorful quilt! Happy Thursday - Tanya

Debra@CommonGround said...

what a wonderful creation! Love the progression of colors. Quilts are definitely a work of art. Thanks so much for sharing on VIF!
hugs,
Debra

My Cottage Charm said...

Thanks for linking up to my party, your quilts are just lovely! I have never made a quilt, but you're very inspiring...some day I may just try one! :)
Hugs
Missy

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

Very gorgeous! The colors are beautiful! ♥

Coloradolady said...

Very pretty quilt. It looks like a lot of work. I know it feels good to get it finished. Happy VTT!

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...

So beautiful - I could stare at that pretty fabric for a long time!

Trish said...

What beautiful colours!!
Well done!
blessings..Trish

Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage said...

Way to go! You've made progress, so you should feel good about that. And maybe the rest of the quilt won't take so long to complete. ;)

Thanks for linking to the party. I would love to have you join me Friday night for "Funny Faux Pas Follies," as well.

By the way, I have two barns full of UFOs! So don't feel so bad. lol

Blessings,
Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

Decor To Adore said...

What a gorgeous quilt. Beautiful juxtapostion at it's very best!

Have a wonderful weekend.

At The Picket Fence said...

Wow! Just beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
Vanessa

The Charm of Home said...

This is gorgeous! I love Batik and it looks amazing in this quilt. It will be beautiful on the wall. Very nice arrangement of colors. Thanks for showing us and linking up!
Sherry

Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...

Its beautiful-- I love all the pretty colors and the pattern- stunning! Great job! Thanks for sharing at FNF! :)

Melissa said...

It's really beautiful! You should be proud!
www.pathb4me.blogspot.com

Alison Agnew said...

you are one talented woman...i am loving the fabric and colors in this quilt...thank you for showing it off at fridays unfolded!

blessings,

alison
stuff and nonsense

Jules said...

This quilt makes me so excited for summer. I use my batik wrap to cover my booty, lay out on the lawn, shade the kids and for picnics. Come on summer ... but don't you love how batik is good for any season???

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

Oh My Gosh! Another beautiful quilt Jeanne! I love all of the vibrant fabrics, and I love the way you did a square within a square on each block. What a wonderful creation! You are so talented. Thank you for linking this to Favorite Things. laurie

Steve PP said...

Great colours!

Life Of A Southern Couple - Brittany said...

This is amazing! You did a great job!

Mary said...

I love it! I'm going to feature this on "My Top Ten Fav Picks" of Masterpiece Monday on Thursday. Thanks for sharing, Mary :O)

GardenOfDaisies said...

This is incredible!! LOve your batik quilt!!

Darice said...

Oh my! I did find both of your batik quilts doing a google search...beautiful!! My daughter would love either of these. Thanks for sharing your pictures!

Darice
mom in ND

Darice said...

Oh my! I did find both of your batik quilts doing a google search...beautiful!! My daughter would love either of these. Thanks for sharing your pictures!

Darice
mom in ND

miepie said...

I found your blog via the link up at a creative princess. Love the colors you use. If only I knew how to quilt. Your work looks amazing!