Originally Posted by Quilt Mom
I learned to was fabrics in retayne first - that ends the bleed factor.
I found this article interesting:
It's mostly about hand-dying fabrics, but it does mention already dyed fabrics and garments.
http://www.pburch.net/dyeing/FAQ/fixative.shtml
This article implies that Retayne contains formaldehyde. It also suggests that it's a good idea to use rubber gloves when using the products. It also implies that items treated with Retayne may not be as lightfast as untreated items.
I definitely found the article to be worth reading.