Originally Posted by WMUTeach
I recently found 90 plus finished blocks in a covered plastic bin and the fabric to complete the remaining 40 blocks too. I was just thrilled when I found this treasure because the hand drawn plans were also in the bin. Now the challenge is, how do I get that old musty, mildew odor out of the fabric so I can work on them? The blocks are muslin and reproduction prints that are all light pastels. There are no signs of mildew, just that "old nasty" smell.
These blocks have very special meaning to me and my family so I would like to treat them with honor and respect but, whoo-hoo, they smell too musty to work with. Does any one have any suggestions? I sure would appreciate your help. I thank you in advance.
I had a quilt top given to me, and it was in an athletic bag. It just smelled stale, not really musty. I laid it on my bed and sprayed it with febreeze and let it air out for a couple days. It smells fine now. As someone else said, Febreeze and fresh air.