Originally Posted by Evy
Not long ago I posted requesting advice on finding a longarm quilter to complete a couple quilt tops. Among the advice I received was "make sure they are a non-smoker". I didn't follow that advice. Well, I got my quilts back today and even the carton they were in reeked of cigarette smoke. The quilting job is OK, DH says I'm too picky, but I'm not sure I'll use this lady again. Depends on how hard it is to get the smell out. If it ever stops raining, I'll hang them over the railing on the deck and let the sunshine do it's part. I'll have to keep looking! And asking questions next time.
If you don't want to wash the quilt, try wetting a towel in strong vinegar water and place quilt and towel in the dryer on air fluff (no heat). It may work and may not. I do use vinegar for dissolving odors in the house, especially when I have fried fish. Just pour about a half cup in a small dish and sit on the counter top and that's it. It works. I hope you get it out. I hate stale smoke as bad as anybody.
sassy granny