Expressions Batiks Elementals Color Play Mottled Purple Outburst Fabric (QUARTER YARD increments)

Expressions Batiks Elementals Color Play Mottled Purple Outburst fabric from Riley Blake Designs adds a vivid, hand-dyed dimension to quilting, apparel, and home decor. These Elementals are the small-scale blenders that bring texture and movement to your projects without stealing the show, making them a perfect companion to bolder prints or solid fabrics.

Fabric is cut directly from the bolt and sold in QUARTER YARD increments, allowing you to tailor your order to exact project needs. One quantity equals 0.25 yard, two quantities equal 0.5 yard, three equal 0.75 yard, and four equal 1 yard. When you order multiple quantities, they are cut as one continuous piece for seamless sewing.

• Fiber Content100% Cotton
• Width43"/44"
• CollectionColor Play Mottled
• Release DateAugust 2024
• Ideal UsesQuilting, apparel, and home decor
• CareMachine Wash Cold / Tumble Dry Low

The Item Description highlights why this fabric stands out: Expressions Batiks Elementals are designed as beautiful blenders—tiny geometric Tjap prints that complement larger patterns and other hand-dyes. They’re typically tonal or low-contrast, adding subtle texture and movement without dominating the design. Each hand-dyed print is crafted through partnerships with batik artisans in Indonesia, ensuring ethically sourced, high-quality fabric. Because batiks are hand-crafted, you may see natural variations from piece to piece, which enhances the fabric’s organic character. In Color Play Mottled, multiple colors mingle across the surface to create dramatic, dynamic movement that elevates your entire project.

This fabric is especially well-suited for projects where you want depth and motion without overpowering the main motif—think a quilt background, a quiet blouse, or decorative cushions that need a touch of color sophistication. It pairs beautifully with larger prints and solid coordinates, letting the purple outburst come alive in light-catching, nuanced ways.

Who should consider this fabric? Quilters seeking versatile blenders that add texture and depth; apparel makers aiming for subtle color shifts in ready-to-wear pieces; and home-decor enthusiasts crafting accent textiles that benefit from controlled color movement. If you value hand-dyed artistry, ethical sourcing, and the distinctive, low-contrast shimmer of batiks, this piece is a thoughtful addition to your fabric stash.

To keep colors vibrant, wash in cold water and tumble dry on low. For any questions, please email support@johnsonheirloom.com