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    Old 05-08-2010, 01:51 PM
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    when the quilt is finished, do you put fabric softner in the rinse or is it harmful to quilts?
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    Old 05-08-2010, 01:56 PM
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    I hope it's not harmful, I do it all the time. Never noticed a problem. :)
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    Old 05-08-2010, 02:00 PM
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    I use fabric softener on everything and know my kids will too. It hasn't hurt any of mine.
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    Old 05-08-2010, 02:47 PM
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    Only caution might be if you are going to give it to someone who might be allergic to the fabric softener.
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    Old 05-08-2010, 02:59 PM
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    I use it too!
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    Old 05-08-2010, 03:19 PM
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    I use it too!! Throw in a color catcher or two in case there are any loose dyes!!!
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    Old 05-08-2010, 03:28 PM
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    I always use vinegar in the rinse water.
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    Old 05-08-2010, 04:04 PM
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    I don't use a softener. Some people seem to be allergic to it.
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    Old 05-08-2010, 06:47 PM
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    I never use fabric softener. I have very sensitive skin.
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    Old 05-08-2010, 06:53 PM
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    I can't use softener anymore. I am slightly allergic and my DD is fairly allergic to it. if you use a detergent that is "natural" or homemade the wash usually comes out really soft. At least that is what I have found. Unless you have really bad water.
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