How much does fabric shrink when you wash it?
#1
I designed a king size quilt with EQ6. I normally purchase a little more fabric than the pattern requires. One of the fabrics required 5 yards (according to EQ6). I didn't purchase any more than the requirement. If I wash the fabric before I use it, how much will I lose due to shrinkage? I hope you can make sense of what I am asking. Thanks in advance.
**Edited to add: It is 100% cotton quilt shop quality fabric.
**Edited to add: It is 100% cotton quilt shop quality fabric.
#4
Originally Posted by chuckbere15
I wash mine in warm water and dry on medium heat. I don't find that there is much shrinkage. Now if you dry on hot, you will probably get a noticeable amount of Shrinkage.
#5
Originally Posted by quilterella
I should think the shrinkage would be minimal, but, I never prewash any of my fabrics, and I have never had any issues with colours bleeding yet!
#8
Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
It's been my experience with EQ that the fabric requirements are generous... but I'm stingy in my cutting, trying to plan for no waste.
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