Good morning and happy Valentine's Day! I have noticed throughout this thread that many are using those dryer sheets. Please remember they are an oil-petroleum based product. Once that has been ironed into the fabric, it is there to stay. Now think of who and where your quilts are going? That smell is just as bad as a smoke smell or dander from a cat. We must keep our fabric clean of everything. What happens to a quilt after our long-hours spent making it, is not our concern but keeping it free from everything at first is. Happy stitches everyone; I will get off my soap box now. :)
PS: I do not mean to sound harsh. I love animals (but sneeze a lot). I launder a lot after being around smokers although I give them plenty of space when talking with them and want to always retain their friendship.