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    Old 08-20-2011, 05:41 PM
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    went to chat - answer is 2 oz. vodka / 2 cups distilled water LOL not to drink, they said cheapest vodka is fine
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    Old 08-20-2011, 06:24 PM
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    It seems that steam shrinks my blocks. Am I doing something wrong? Should I starch all my quilt blocks including borders?
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    Old 08-20-2011, 07:02 PM
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    I really like that Best Press, stiffness without sticky build up. One instructor told us to spray on one side, wait a few seconds but then press from the opposite side. It seems to work very well. No stretching that I can tell.
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    Old 08-20-2011, 08:48 PM
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    I seldom need anything but a dry iron during block or quilt construction and when I do, it's just a quick shot of steam. I think it depends how it behaves the fabric! A hug!
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    Old 08-20-2011, 09:00 PM
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    spray with water, and usually use sizing or spray starch..
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    Old 08-20-2011, 09:26 PM
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    I use sizing at every step, then wash when finished.
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    Old 08-21-2011, 03:19 AM
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    I very rarely use the water spray, only when I can't get results through dry pressing. I don't want to risk distortion either. I use a travel iron, and the smaller size makes it much easier to manoeuvre when making blocks.
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    Old 08-21-2011, 05:25 AM
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    For smaller blocks, I find I have to Best Press them into submission!
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    Old 08-21-2011, 07:18 AM
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    That's the recipe I used - if you need to know the liquid measurements for ounces and tablespoons: 2 tablespoons = 1 ounce.

    edited because I used the wrong quote - sorry
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    Old 08-21-2011, 04:44 PM
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    I use steam!!!
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