One point about using the smallest needle, because of the tight weave, using a large needle will leave holes if you have to remove stitches. As recommended use the smallest /new/sharpest needle you can get your thread to work with. Do not use a ball point needle .
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I've hand quilted a number of batik fabrics with no problem. Even with W&N batting. Even one where both the top and backing were batiks. A sharp needles does help. I'm also a pre-washer by nature so would recommend that as well.
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I have a quilt I am quilting now with batiks and other together. I guess I do not really pay attention, because I am not noticing any difference. I do like a nice sharp needle, so that probably helps. I agree with accuracy in cutting. There isn't much (or any) give to these, but they are so VERY pretty, that to me it's worth it.
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I'm another quilter who hand quilts batiks without any problem. You might want to do a test sandwich first, just in case.
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