Stiff Fabric?
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I ordered online extra wide fabric for backing, borders, binding and applique work. The online store has always shipped 100% cotton, but this backing is very stiff. If I had seen this in a store, I would not have bought it. I have washed it once with hopes the fabric would soften up so there is no returning it now.
Did I get 100% cotton? Why is it so stiff?
Did I get 100% cotton? Why is it so stiff?
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It may have a lot of sizing in it, and may need to be washed a couple of times. If you are really wondering about the fabric content, you can do a burn test.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-136034-1.htm
I always starch my fabric really stiff before I cut.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-136034-1.htm
I always starch my fabric really stiff before I cut.
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Originally Posted by PaperPrincess
It may have a lot of sizing in it, and may need to be washed a couple of times. If you are really wondering about the fabric content, you can do a burn test.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-136034-1.htm
I always starch my fabric really stiff before I cut.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-136034-1.htm
I always starch my fabric really stiff before I cut.
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Originally Posted by MissSandra
i love stiff fabric and heavier fabric...i use it so much its hard for me to handle the other light weight cottons.
I will give this fabric a try. Who knows...maybe I will like it after all.
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Originally Posted by jmabby
Can you call, ask if the fabric is 100% cotton, give the catalouge number
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