Originally Posted by Marge L.
I recently received a red fleece throw. It is new and I would like to use it as the backing on a lap quilt. Being red, I know it will have to be washed because of it bleeding. Can I also expect it to shrink? I have never worked with fleece and am hoping it might be large enough to make two. Your opinions are greatly appreciated. Marge
Fleece doesn't shrink because it is a synthetic material. Wash it with a color catcher or 2, but it shouldn't lose color, again because it is synthetic.