Originally Posted by plainjane
Originally Posted by maryb119
I use Retayne when i prewash my batiks. It helps set the dye.
I use Retayne also. It is not expensive at all. Some quilt stores do not know about this! EVERYBODY, GET SOME-keep it on hand=YOU WON'T REGRET IT!
Batiks are Notorious for running. I will not use any batik without using Retayne. It does not matter who the manufacture of hte batik is , I have had them all run Vinegar will not work on cotton fabrics. Do note once treated with Retayne only wash with cold water.
I am surprised that there is not some kind of label on the fabric , that we all end up having to "learn" this lesson from experience or word of mouth.