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Sourced directly from our family factory in Pekalongan, Indonesia, this hand-stamped Christmas Star Batik Fabric By The Yard features a premium 100% combed cotton construction engineered specifically for complex sewing projects. Crafted through traditional wax-resist methods, each bolt offers unique watercolor-like dye transitions, making it an essential material for professional textile artists and designers shopping at our online fabric store.
The Heritage and Artistry of Manual Batik Production
When you cut into a bolt of this Christmas Batik Fabric, you are working with a piece of textile history. Produced by Ambologo, our family-owned manufacturing facility based in Pekalongan—widely recognized as the World’s City of Batik—this material is the result of generations of refined craftsmanship. Our roots in the textile industry trace back to our founder’s grandfather in the 1930s. By 1960, we established formal factory operations, and since 2010, we have been exporting premium handmade fabrics to the international quilting community.
Unlike mass-produced rotary prints, this authentic Indonesian Batik Fabric is created using the traditional batik cap (copper stamping) technique. Skilled Javanese artisans manually dip intricate copper blocks into hot wax and stamp the star motifs directly onto the cotton base. Once the wax cools and hardens, the fabric is submerged in custom dye baths. The wax acts as a resist, protecting the star shapes while the background absorbs the color. Finally, the fabric is boiled to melt away the wax, revealing the final pattern. This manual process causes the dyes to pool, blend, and occasionally crackle, producing the highly sought-after organic watercolor effects that make every single yard entirely one-of-a-kind.
A Closer Look at the Four distinct Colorways
This specific hand-dyed holiday star motif is available in four unique color profiles, each showcasing the distinct pooling and shading characteristics of the manual dye process:
- Winter Blue & White: The background features an icy, cloudy blue that transitions naturally into soft cerulean tones. The pale white star stamps stand out sharply, creating the visual effect of a crisp winter sky.
- Festive Green & White: A classic holiday staple. The background dye blends emerald and mint tones in an organic wash, resembling natural pine foliage, contrasted by soft white star outlines.
- Muted Purple & Gray: For designers seeking a sophisticated, non-traditional palette, this option features deep, dark purple stamped stars over a smoky gray and taupe background. The low-contrast execution makes it highly versatile for modern aesthetics.
- Vibrant Pink & Yellow: A bold, high-energy alternative. The base is heavily saturated with fuchsia and magenta dyes, while the wax-resist process leaves behind bright, golden-yellow star impressions with beautiful, subtle crackle lines where the dye naturally penetrated the wax.
Why Quilters and Designers Rely on This Material
Creating high-quality apparel or intricate patchwork requires raw materials that behave predictably under a sewing machine. If you are looking for an exceptional amy butler fabric alternative that offers more organic texture and artisanal authenticity, this material delivers exceptional physical properties.
Constructed from 100% premium cotton with a precise 130×70 thread count, we utilize 40sx40s combed yarns. The combing process removes short, uneven fibers before spinning, resulting in a significantly smoother touch and a stronger, tighter weave. This high-density construction is critical for a premium Batik Quilting Fabric because it minimizes edge fraying when cutting small bias pieces and holds a crisp ironed crease for precise block piecing.
Beyond holiday quilts, this medium-weight cotton offers a comfortable, breathable drape that is perfect for a wide range of applications. Our B2B clients frequently source this exact material for boutique apparel (including shirts, sarongs, costumes, and children’s clothing), structural accessories like bags and purses, and durable home decor items such as bedding and festive table runners.
Care Instructions: To maintain the integrity of the dyes and the cotton fibers, machine wash cold without bleach. Always wash dark colors separately. Tumble dry on a low setting and remove promptly to minimize wrinkling.
Technical Specifications and Wholesale Logistics
As a direct manufacturer, we are fully equipped to handle high-volume demands for global textile businesses, independent designers, and retail shops. We control the entire production line, ensuring strict quality control from the initial wax stamping to the final packing.
- Base Material: 100% Premium Cotton (108-inch extra-wide backing fabrics and Rayon alternatives are available upon request. Please contact us for specific production timelines).
- Yarn Construction: 130×70 density, utilizing 40sx40s combed yarns.
- Standard Width: 115 cm (44 inches).
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 100 meters per specific style, pattern, or colorway.
- Production Capacity: 100,000 yards (equivalent to one 20ft shipping container) with a standard lead time of 1.5 months.
- Standard Roll Packing: 4 pieces per roll at 30 yards each (120 yards total). Approximately 150 kg per roll.
- Box Packing: 6 rolls per box (720 yards total).
- Custom Retail Packing: We offer custom bolt packing in 10, 12, or 15-yard increments. We can also provide precision pre-cuts for the quilting market, including 3-inch, 5-inch, and 10-inch squares ready for retail shelving.
FAQ
What is authentic batik fabric made of? Our authentic batik fabric is made from 100% premium combed cotton (40sx40s). This provides a tight, smooth 130×70 weave that is highly durable and holds vibrant dyes perfectly.
Is this Christmas star batik fabric suitable for quilting? Yes, this medium-weight cotton batik fabric is highly recommended for quilting. The dense combed yarn construction holds a crisp crease and ensures minimal edge fraying during patchwork.
How is this Indonesian batik fabric dyed? It is hand-dyed using the traditional batik cap (copper stamping) wax-resist method. Skilled artisans in Pekalongan manually stamp the star motifs and dye the fabric, creating unique watercolor effects.
How should I wash cotton batik fabric? Machine wash cold without bleach. Wash dark colors separately and tumble dry on a low setting. Prompt removal will help minimize wrinkling and preserve the vibrant handmade dyes.
Does the batik fabric shrink after washing? Our 100% premium cotton undergoes a high-heat boiling process to remove the wax during manufacturing. This traditional step significantly minimizes any future shrinkage for your sewing projects.
Can I buy this batik fabric wholesale or by the bolt? Yes, we offer standard roll packing by the bolt (10, 12, or 15 yards) and bulk box packing. We also provide custom pre-cuts like 5-inch and 10-inch squares for retail businesses.
Secure Your Order with a Trusted Manufacturer
Partnering with Ambologo means bypassing the middlemen and sourcing directly from a historic factory with over six decades of proven reliability. Since 2010, we have successfully navigated the logistics of worldwide shipping, ensuring your raw materials arrive on schedule and precisely to spec. Whether you need standard bolt packing or custom pre-cuts for your retail shelves, we have the infrastructure to support your business scaling.
Contact our wholesale team today to request physical samples, discuss custom motif designs, and secure your production slot for this Gorgeous Authentic Christmas Star Batik Fabric By The Yard.