Hey quilters,
I know you'll have all the right answers for me cause your all so smart. This has been such a great place for me to get involved and learn thanks alot everyone.
I have never prewashed my fabric. I just assumed this was for smells which I don't smoke or have pets. I also realize it's for shrinkage as well. However I see that on all the swaps and things it say to use prewashed fabric so I want to do it right.
Here's my question's and please add anything else that would be helpful. I want to make sure I do it right.
Is there any certain things to do..such as wash with my regular load or wash by itself?
Could I just soak it in a sink and then rinse it in the washer?
Do I put it in the dryer or let it air dry?
What type of cleaner do I put in with it or any at all?
I also noticed somewhere that someone put it in a bag (mesh I think) and then into the washing machine. What's the purpose of this.. to minimize the fraying?
If I'm appliquing and only will be using a small piece of a fabric do I need to wash that as well?
What about the colors bleeding and ruining all my fabric?
I'm new to all this so if you can clarify this and set me straight I would appreciate it!
Thanks