The most awful thing happened last night.
I've spent well over 1,200 hours making a quilt for my Mum. Most of that time was hand quilting. Anyway all was finished last night. I was so excited. I had visions of taking pictures today and sharing it with you all.
As is my normal practice, I always wash a quilt before giving it away. This time... the colors bled. The backing teal fabric has leached into the quilting lines and cream fabric (on the front) in blotches. (The teal fabric was pre-washed!).
So I washed the quilt in cold water twice (without any powder) and dye was still coming out. I then soaked the quilt over night in Napi-San (stain remover) and washing powder. I'm running it through the machine now. The amount of dye that is coming out (still!) is phenominal(sp?).
Failing this - what else can I do to salvage the quilt???
In this part of the world there are no color catchers. Is there anything around the house I could use??? Vinegar, baking soda??? Anything??? Currently I live rurally, and have a broken foot (no ability to drive or shop).
Help - Any words of wisdom (or comfort).