Prewashing large cuts of fabric?
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Prewashing large cuts of fabric?
I know I read a thread about this before but have not been able to find it. I am about to start a couple large sized quilts and the fabric is all over 3 yards of each piece. How do you wash these to stop the twisting and knotting? I have washed up to 3 yards but I always end up with strings that bind around the center of fabric. Any tips would be appreciated!
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I've washed larger pieces and not had this problem to any great account.
If so, then just cut the strings and it'll soon be apart ... and toss in the dryer.
I wouldn't cut the pieces down, to avoid wastage.
If you do, make sure you don't need the length in a continuous piece. eg. borders.
If so, then just cut the strings and it'll soon be apart ... and toss in the dryer.
I wouldn't cut the pieces down, to avoid wastage.
If you do, make sure you don't need the length in a continuous piece. eg. borders.
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Try a gentle cycle if you have a top loader that tangles your clothes. All the fabric really needs is soap and water, not necessarily strong agitation.
Jan in VA
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