Unicorn. Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Say that three times fast! I bought the fabric to make my quilt squares, and was about to throw it in the wash, but the label says not to pre-wash, only to wash the finished product. I thought you were supposed to pre-wash in case of shrinkage? I'm also planning on having dd paint something on one of the squares, and shouldn't I wash to get rid of any sizing before painting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLDebbie Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Whether to prewash or not is a hot topic among quilters. I personally don't unless I think the fabric will bleed. Others I know wouldn't dare making a quilt without prewashing. So, it's pretty much your call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Remember how the topic gets heated when we talk about food stamps? That's how quilters are when the topic of prewashing or not comes up. Choose whatever you want...there's no real right or wrong. FLDebbie said it perfectly- I was when the fabric is likely to bleed, which is pretty rare these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Don't pre wash! I say this with confidence :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Don't pre wash! I say this with confidence :lol: PS I wash with a color catcher and have never had a problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susann Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Don't pre wash! I say this with confidence :lol: WELL!! If I'd know this was how you felt about the debate I would of been ignoring all your posts in the past!!! Stomping off to pre-wash some new material :angry: :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Don't pre wash! I say this with confidence :lol: If we are making squares for you then you do not want it pre washed? (In my very limited quilting experience I have not pre washed either) I will do whatever you wish. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 I will say NO. However, I am tolerant of pre-washed fabric :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 I would follow the label. I do not prewash strips or charm squares but I often prewash things with bright colors. I also use starch before I cut fabric, hopefully that does not cause anyone anguish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 I would follow the label. I do not prewash strips or charm squares but I often prewash things with bright colors. I also use starch before I cut fabric, hopefully that does not cause anyone anguish. I'm a starch user so you won't be alone if starch causes anguish.g Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I'm so glad you said this. I nearly had a heart attack, because I didn't pre-wash the fabric. PS I wash with a color catcher and have never had a problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted January 10, 2013 Author Share Posted January 10, 2013 Don't pre wash! I say this with confidence :lol: Ummm, too late. :leaving: I only pre-washed because I think it's better for what I have planned. However, I have extra that I didn't wash....just in case! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I will say NO. However, I am tolerant of pre-washed fabric :D I'm glad you said that because my stuff i"m sending you was pre-washed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Hah, I have no clue if this fabric was pre-washed by my sister before she gave it to me, or what. I just fished it out of the pile and started hand embroidery. Living dangerously here. :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Please no one have a heart attack or die of other causes! Whatever you do with it is fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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