Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) Ambassador Unboxing ~ July 2025

 Hello everyone!  Welcome to my Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) second shipment unboxing.  Please watch my video above to see what I received in my two big boxes!  I'll be using these fabrics, thread, batting, and soon to arrive bag pattern to make my projects for the second half of 2025.  See below for photos and descriptions of my box contents for more info and a closer look.

Disclaimer:  The products shown in this post were given to me by Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) and industry sponsors.

Everlasting collection, designed by Jerry Khiev.  This will be in shops in September.  Coordinating fabrics are Dandelion - Pink Raspberry and Lily Florals - Red Shell.

SS25 Spring Foundations 1/2 yard cuts bundle.

Fabrics from left to right:  Azalea, Pink Solid Batik, Orange Solid Batik, Chartreuse, 

Wheat Leaves-Latte, Bubbles Hole-Leaf.

Aurifil thread 50wt.

Left to right:  Pink 3660, Lt. Green 2880, Gold 2134, Dk. Green 2892

Surprise package ~ to be used in the November blog hop.  

SS25 Summer Foundations Bundle, 1/2 yard cuts.

Left to right:  Red Solid Batik, Yellow Solid Batik, Dandelion-Plum, Paisley Dot-Orange, Sunset, Bumblebee.

Opulent Orange 10" squares precut

Tantalizing Teal 2-1/2" strips precut

Three packages of Stash Builders.  

4 yard cuts of solid Black, White, and Dk. Gray

6 yard cut of Muslin

Sunset 10" squares precut with Pastry and Ocean coordinating yardage

Fabrics from the Fossil Fern collection for my ByAnnie bag.  

Left to right:  Geode-Multi Green Purple, Fossil Fern-Leaf-Teal, Iron Pyrite Cluster-Purple

Hobbs Queen size Poly Down Premium Polyester Batting

Hobbs Queen Size Heirloom Fusible Cotton Batting

Hobbs Queen Size Heirloom 80/20 Bleached Cotton Batting

Hobbs Tuscany Collection Throw Size Supreme 100% Unbleached Cotton

My favorite batting!

Hobbs Tuscany Collection Throw Size Cotton Wool Blend Batting

Here's a pic of all of it together.  My ByAnnie bag pattern and another precut are still on the way.  I'll show you when they arrive.  Thank you so much for watching my unboxing.  I hope you will follow me here and also on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube @curlicuecreations.  You can find my patterns, fabric, and more in my Etsy shop at Curlicue Creations Etsy.  Thank you for your support.

Please visit my fellow Ambassadors and see what they got in their July boxes.  Here's the list:

• Brenda Alburl ~ Songbird Designs
• Renee Atkinson ~ Pink Tulip Quilting
• Susan Deshensky ~ Lady Blue Quilts Studio
• Tina Dillard ~ Quilting Affection Designs
• Brittany Fisher ~ Bobbin with Brittany
• Kimberly Flannagan ~ Kimberly’s Quilts
• Preeti Harris ~ Sew Preeti Quilts
• Mania Hatziioannidi ~ Mania for quilts
• Kim Jamieson-Hirst ~ Chatterbox Quilts
• Connie Kauffman ~ Kauffman Designs
• Suzy Webster ~ Websterquilt
• Connie Kresin Campbell ~ Freemotion by the River
• Emily Leachman ~ The Darling Dogwood
• Denise Looney ~ A Quiltery
• Leah Malasky ~ Quilted Delights
• Susan Michaels ~ Dragonfly Fiberart
• Lisa Pickering ~ Lisa’s Quilting Passion
• Sarah Pitcher ~ Pitcher’s Boutique
• Gail Sheppard ~ Quilting Gail
• Carol Stanek ~ Stitch with Color
• Solomae Stoycoff ~ Cuddle Cat Quiltworks
• Jennifer Thomas ~ Curlicue Creations (You are here)

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Jennifer Thomas

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Island Batik Ambassador Unboxing, July 2024

Here's my Island Batik Ambassador unboxing video for July 2024.  Please watch to see what I received from Island Batik, Hobbs batting, Aurifil thread, and byAnnie.  I will be using these items for my Island Batik Ambassador monthly challenges for the second half of 2024.  See below for photos and descriptions of the items.

Disclaimer:  The  items in this post were given to my by Island Batik and industry sponsors Hobbs, Aurifil, and ByAnnie.

This collection is Floral Fun.  It was designed by Kathy Engle, and it is a signature collection for Lizard Creek Quilting.  I love the purple/green combination with hints of blue and white.  It's paired with two cuts of coordinating fabric, a light and a dark.  I will be using this fabric for the September blog hop.  I will be creating an applique project with this fabric collection and these beautiful coordinating threads from Aurifil.

I also received this beautiful package of 10" precut squares.  This collection is Bubbles, Curves, and Corners by Deb Tucker's Studio 180 Design.  Aren't these colors and designs pretty?  This was paired with two cuts of coordinating fabrics, one light, and one dark.  

This is a half yard cut bundle of basics, blenders, and solids.  What a beautiful variety.  These fabrics are always available year round and coordinate wonderfully with the seasonal collections.  I like the colors in this group.  They are giving off a tropical vibe.

Opulent Orange 10" squares precut.  Juicy and gorgeous in a range of oranges.  I see cheddar, yellow, pale creamy peach, red orange, and crimson.  I've used this collection before and I just love it so much.

Precious Pink 2-1/2" precut strip pack.  I've used this one before too, to make a rug for my studio.  I just love it so much and I'm excited to work with these fabrics again.

Two packages of Stash Builders.  Each roll contains 4 strips, 5" wide x width of fabric.  It's a great way to increase variety in your batik stash!

Surprise!  This pretty pink wrapping contains a new Island Batik fabric collection that will be hitting quilt shops later on this year.  I will be using it for my November project and will be able to show you these fabrics then.

We are partnering with ByAnnie again this year and I'm excited to make the Payday wallet/purse pattern this time around.  This kit has everything needed to sew this project.  I will be making this in October.

This is a six yard cut of a neutral fabric.  It's a soft beige with a marbled look.

Four yard cuts of solid black, white, and dark gray.

I'm super excited with the batting selection sent by Hobbs this time.  They sent all my favorites!  Yay!  This is the fusible batting.  It's great for small projects.  The last time I had this, I used every square inch!

The 80/20 Black batting is perfect for quilts with dark backgrounds.  You don't have to worry about any white batting bearding through your quilt top, plus the black helps the colors to really pop!

The Thermore batting is super thin and works well for small lightweight projects, like wall hangings, table runners, and clothing.

This is hands down, my absolute favorite batting!  Tuscany Collection Supreme 100% Unbleached Cotton.  This batting is PLUSH!  It is so soft and thick for a super cuddly quilt.  I just love it.

Tuscany Collection Silk Blend.  This quilts beautifully and resists fold lines in your quilts.  Lovely.

Island Batik recently partnered with Missouri Star and made me an affiliate.  Have you shopped the Missouri Star website?  They truly have everything you need for your next project.  Shop through my link and get 20% off your purchase of $50 or more.  Shop Missouri Star 

I may receive a small commission and you get to save $ on your order.  Thank you.

Thank you so much for watching/reading!  I'm honored to be an Island Batik Ambassador for the 7th year.  I just love being part of this program.  Thank you so much Island Batik, Hobbs, Aurifil, and ByAnnie for supplying me with beautiful, quality products to work with.  I hope my projects inspire you to sew some of your own!

Be Creative ~ Sew Something Beautiful Today,

Jennifer Thomas

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Island Batik Ambassador Unboxing Video ~ July 2023

This is my Island Batik Ambassdor Unboxing Video for the second half of July 2023.  Watch to see the beautiful fabrics, batting, thread, and bag making kit I will be using for my projects for the second half of the year.  I hope to inspire you to be creative and sew something beautiful today.  Keep reading to see still photos of the items from my video.

Disclaimer:  The products in this post were given to me by Island Batik and industry partners.

Foundations Batik Bundle:  Solid Amethyst, Solid Fuchsia, Carnation, Lotus, Wavy Dots Bluebird, Small Pointed Floral Turquoise, Universe, Rain, Solid Cobalt, Turquoise Solid, Marble Storm, Dot Sky.

Brilliant Blue 10" square precuts.

Ornate Gems 10" square precuts and coordinating 2 yard cuts of Mint and Blueberry.

Six yard cut of Sprinkles Neutral.

Surprise fabric collection to be used in the November blog hop.

Precious Pink 2-1/2" strip precuts.

Assortment of Aurifil thread.

ByAnnie bag kit.  I'm making Tools of the Trade, which is the bag shown on the cover of the Soft and Stable.  The kit includes everything I need to make the bag in the gorgeous Island Batik fabric I chose for this project.

Hobbs Tuscany Collection Cotton Wool Blend batting.

Hobbs Thermore batting.

English Lavender collection by Kathy Engle.  Half inch cuts of each fabric, plus two yard cuts of coordinating fabrics Coconut and Dot Purple.  I love the dots!  I'll be using this collection for the September blog hop.  

Hobbs Heirloom Premium Wool Batting.  (My cat just loves this!)

Hobbs Heirloom Natural Cotton Batting.

Accuquilt North Carolina Star die.  I can't wait to play with this!  Fellow Island Batik Ambassador Emily Leachman of The Darling Dogwood and I both live in North Carolina.  I'm so excited to get this die from Accuquilt.

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Jennifer Thomas

Curlicue Creations

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Please also visit the other Island Batik Ambassadors blogs to see their unboxing videos.  Here's the list:

Brenda Alburl ~ Songbird Designs
Renee Atkinson ~ Pink Tulip Quilting
Pamela Boatright ~ PamelaQuilts
Susan Deshensky ~ Lady Blue Quilts
Brittany Fisher ~ Bobbin with Brittany

Preeti Harris ~ Sew Preeti Quilts
Mania Hatziioannidi ~ Mania for quilts
Reed Johnson ~ Blue Bear Quilts
Victoria Johnson ~ Forever Quilting for You
Randi Jones ~ Randi’s Roost

Connie Kauffman ~ Kauffman Designs
Emily Leachman ~ The Darling Dogwood
Denise Looney ~ Quiltery – For The Love Of Geese
Leah Malasky ~ Quilted Delights
Maryellen McAuliffe ~ Mary Mack Made Mine

Anorina Morris ~ sameliasmum.com
Lisa Pickering ~ Lisa’s Quilting Passion
Sarah Pitcher ~ Pitcher’s Boutique
Claudia Porter ~ Create with Claudia
Lana Russel ~ Lana Quilts

Elita Sharpe ~ Busy Needle
Gail Sheppard ~ Quilting Gail
Sandra Starley ~ Textile Time Travels
Jennifer Thomas ~ Curlicue Creations
Suzy Webster ~ Websterquilt

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