Major Haul of men's XXL shirts

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08-31-2013, 10:09 AM

debbiemarie

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Major Haul of men's XXL shirts

I just got 30 if not 40 men's 100% cotton shirts in size XXL at a garage sale! I think I could make several quilts with these!

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08-31-2013, 10:18 AM

tessagin

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Don't know about you but I wash them before cutting them up. Don't have to worry about fraying. I also use Arm and Hammer with vinegar or ammonia and have it on soak cycle for as long as I can, It helps to rid of any deodorants or perfumes that the wearer may have used and also any odors from cedar closets. I also don't use any softeners, liquid or dryer sheets. FYI. You of course may already have your own way of doing things already. Then I just cut as I need. Unless I need to take my frustration for what ever reason out of my system. I also put them in a clear container labeled "whole pieces".

08-31-2013, 10:19 AM

tessagin

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By the way it was a truly great haul you made.

08-31-2013, 10:20 AM

Tartan

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Hooray! Time to watch Bonnie Hunter's Youtube video on de-boning a shirt!

08-31-2013, 11:06 AM

QuiltnNan

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very nice haul!

08-31-2013, 11:54 AM

Grandma Bonnie

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I'm sure you can make a lot of quilts from your haul! Have fun!

08-31-2013, 01:07 PM

Neesie

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Great find!

08-31-2013, 01:26 PM

Shelbie

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I wish I lived closer to you and I'd suggest a trade. I have two huge bags of already washed and sorted shirting scraps and I have two sons and a husband who could wear those shirts!