Bow Tucks Purse Makers! Are these machine washable?
07-04-2010, 08:45 AM
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when I make bags i use OIlcloth as a liner that way the inside is wipeable. I am sure that if you used cotton it may shrink in a wash, unless they wash it in cold water and dont dry it? Perhaps you need to preshrink your fabric?
07-04-2010, 09:15 AM
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I haven't washed one after it was all put together yet but I would pre-wash the cotton fabric and then follow the instructions on the fusible fleece when washing the tote. It says: Fleece can be machine washed warm and dried on medium setting, or dry cleaned. Hand washing should be okay as well.
07-04-2010, 09:27 AM
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I have washed the 2 I have made in the machine with cold water. I throw it in the dryer for a little bit then take out and I form the bag and let it air dry the rest of the way. When it's dry I do iron the ties flat because they seem to curl. Haven't had a problem yet.
07-04-2010, 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Dingle
I have washed the 2 I have made in the machine with cold water. I throw it in the dryer for a little bit then take out and I form the bag and let it air dry the rest of the way. When it's dry I do iron the ties flat because they seem to curl. Haven't had a problem yet.
07-05-2010, 09:04 AM
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I have made many bags, but not bow tuck. My bags are made of all cotton and fleece and even some decor bond in them. I wash them all the time. I make them to sell but I have several of my own. I do wash them but I do not put them in the dryer but air dry them. They come out fine!
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