Originally Posted by MaxineB
Originally Posted by watterstide
i don't prewash cotton fabric..never had a problem. i only prewash flannel because it shrinks more than cotton.
i had wash/soak and air dry on a towel,batiks..because i have had the colors run.
i wash after the quilt is all done, before it leaves the house..
Do you pre-wash flannel if you're making a rag quilt? I thought it wouldn't fray if it was pre-washed.
I prewash because I have had flannel shrink up on me. If you mix manufacturers, some may shrink more than others, voice of experience speaking here. Not fun when your quilt is warped!!