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Old 12-07-2014, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2
I am not sure how you measure the fabric after washing. Did you press it before measuring??? It is well know that you are NOT suppose to pre-wash any precut fabric.
I've read this several times on the QB and still wonder if this affects the finished product? E.G. a lap quilt made of charms or strips....wouldn't they shrink when finally washed in the quilt and distort it? Or is the quilting process supposed to stabilize it? TIA!
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