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08-13-2010, 07:57 AM

#21

Friendly Quilter

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Do not wash it first. It is the washing of the flannel that makes it look like a rag quilt.

08-13-2010, 09:54 AM

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pittsburgpam

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So many suggestions!!! I did plan for a large quilt, 104" x 97" so if it shrinks that's fine on my queen size bed.

Stopped by Joann's and got some Fiskar's Rag Snips, normally $21.99 with 40% off coupon for $13.19

08-13-2010, 10:00 AM

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The Quilt Gypsy

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I would definately pre-wash the reds! Made a black, red and white skull & crossbone rag quilt for a paying customer...well, happy to say he didn't mind the PINK skulls at all!! I, on the other hand, was devestated! It still haunts me. LOL

08-13-2010, 04:58 PM

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I would suggest that you prewash as flannel tends to bleed and you wouldn't want to ruin the finished quilt

08-13-2010, 04:58 PM

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bettypodschun

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I would suggest that you prewash as flannel tends to bleed and you wouldn't want to ruin the finished quilt

08-13-2010, 05:17 PM

#26

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when you make a rag quilt every one I know and I work in a quilt shop said not to wash it before, the ones I have made turned out great that way.but I don't think there is a wrong way.