Dashes Navy from Dots & Dashes Batik Fabric by Benartex

I was worried the color might be flat, but the triple-dyed process gives this batik an incredible depth that shifts in the light. The 44-inch width gave me plenty to work with for my quilt blocks, and the hand-dyed feel is noticeably richer than standard cottons.

The navy in this batik has that rich, uneven depth you only get from true hand-dyeing—every inch feels like a one-off. I’m already picturing it as a quilt backing, and the 43/44-inch width gives me plenty to work with.

The deep navy color is incredibly rich and consistent across the full width, and the hand-dyed batik technique gives it that unique, slightly irregular texture I love. It feels soft yet sturdy for quilting.