This month, we’re embracing bold expression with Vivid Intentions, a rich, radiant palette built around a stunning selection of batiks curated by Cece’s Quilts and Things— one of QuiltInk’s international designers, originally from India and now based in Australia.
As a global platform, QuiltInk celebrates creativity from all corners of the quilting world, and this challenge is a tribute to that vibrant diversity. With Vivid Intentions, we invite you to explore the depth and movement of batik fabrics — a technique rooted in many cultures across Asia, including Cece’s Indian heritage. The textures and tones in this palette, including hand-dyed fabrics from The Square Inch in Chennai, speak of tradition, craftsmanship, and artistic freedom — perfect for bold mock-ups with meaning.
But first, let’s give a big shout-out to the winner of the June QuiltInk Challenge!
From soft vintage hues to dreamy layouts, the QuiltInk Wall was full of heart last month thanks to the Love Letters palette by Becca Plymale. We were touched by every romantic, delicate creation. Congratulations to @ljculver56, our randomly selected winner for June! You’ll receive a gorgeous 11 Fat Quarter bundle of Love Letters by Becca Plymale for Art Gallery Fabrics — a huge thank-you to Becca for sharing such a beautiful collection with the community! And thank YOU all for filling QuiltInk with beauty, month after month.
THE PALETTE
Batik fabrics are created through a wax-resist dyeing process and are known for their depth, movement, and organic beauty. While often associated with Indonesia, India has its own unique batik traditions. Cece’s palette blends these soft, loosely woven Indian batiks with handmade, hand-dyed fabrics from The Square Inch — a small shop based in Chennai.
The result? A striking selection of fabrics layered with color, texture, and intention — ideal for quilters ready to make a bold statement. Whether you already love batiks or are curious to try them, this is your chance to let vibrant fabrics guide your design.
This month, one lucky winner will receive a Fat Quarter bundle featuring the 10 batiks from the Vivid Intentions palette, sent directly from India — a special prize generously sponsored by Cece herself!
Whether you’re a longtime batik lover or it’s your first time diving in, this is your chance to play with rich contrasts, layered tones, and storytelling through color. We can’t wait to see your interpretations of Vivid Intentions all over the QuiltInk Wall!
THE DESIGNER
Prarthana Inglis is a passionate quilt maker and pattern designer. With a lifelong love for artistic expression, from sketching, knitting, and crochet to sewing, she discovered quilting in 2011 and has since turned it into both her art and calling. What began as a therapeutic outlet during a life transition has blossomed into Cece’s Quilts and Things, named in honour of her grandmother, a lifelong encourager of creativity, whose middle name was Cecelia.
Now based in Brisbane, Australia, Prarthana crafts one-of-a-kind quilted pieces and designs accessible patterns that blend precision with personal storytelling. Drawing inspiration from her multicultural background and experiences in India, the U.S. and Australia, she creates with purpose, sustainability, and soul. Her mission? To share the joy of quilting through workshops, bespoke pieces, and heartfelt design, keeping this timeless art both alive and approachable.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
PRIZE!
🎁 One lucky winner will receive 10 FQ bundle of hand-dyed batiks, sent directly to them from India!
Here are some examples of quilt patterns mock-ups using the Vivid Intentions palette in QuiltInk! The possibilities are endless!
Patterns featured are (click to color):
1. Colourful Mosaic by Cece’s Quilts and Things
2. Sightline by Mich Flook Makes
Remember by clicking on the gift icon in the QuitlInk Wall you will be able to see all the mock-ups for the Challenge alive.
Curious about how to find the palette to participate. Follow these steps and start coloring!!
Here you can see a detailed list of the fabrics in the Vivid Intentions palette by Becca Plymale for Art Gallery Fabrics
We can’t wait to see all your mock-ups!
Happy coloring and quilting to you all!