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    Old 11-15-2010, 07:51 AM
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    I do not prewash my Warm and Natural batting. I like the little bit of crinkle you get after you wash them. To me it looks more antique that way. I've never had a huge amount of shrinkage.

    The table runner problem Ckcowl mentioned is interesting. I've never done a runner but can see how you might not want the shrinkage in those.
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    Old 11-15-2010, 07:51 AM
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    Quilter's Dream has a real nice poly batt that feels like a cotton batt but doesn't shrink. That may be a better alternative.
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    Old 11-15-2010, 08:33 AM
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    I do what maryb119 does, sometimes I put it on fluff only in the dryer, but lately I've been putting it onto heat for about 10 minutes. I usually make lap to queen size quilts & like the warm and natural.
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    Old 11-15-2010, 08:47 AM
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    Originally Posted by Shelley
    Quilter's Dream has a real nice poly batt that feels like a cotton batt but doesn't shrink. That may be a better alternative.
    Which of the Quilter's Dream poly batting would you recommend for wall-hangings/table runners? I see they have Request, Select and Deluxe.
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    You can soak them in your washer, just don't let it agitate. Drain the water and let it do a quick spin out. Dry in the dryer :D:D:D
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    Old 11-16-2010, 07:45 AM
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    Thank you all so much. I have copied all the replies. You are such a helpful group. I really appreciate the comments and you teaching!!!
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    Old 11-16-2010, 07:55 AM
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    I think quilters dream request has the lowest loft but website should tell you for sure. Lowest loft would be best for table runners.

    I have a front load machine and I wash W&N on hand wash and dry in dryer with no problem. I like the smoother look to quilts.
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    Old 11-16-2010, 08:58 AM
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    Originally Posted by EasyPeezy
    Originally Posted by Shelley
    Quilter's Dream has a real nice poly batt that feels like a cotton batt but doesn't shrink. That may be a better alternative.
    Which of the Quilter's Dream poly batting would you recommend for wall-hangings/table runners? I see they have Request, Select and Deluxe.
    I think for a table runner I would do the Request. I carry the Select and it's great for quilts, but I know that I prefer my table runners to be pretty flat.
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    Old 11-16-2010, 09:35 AM
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    Thanks Shelley. :-)
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