It just hit me 10 minutes ago while reading the forum.
I FORGOT TO WASH THE TOP BEFORE I STARTED TO QUILT IT!
Wish me luck that it doesn't bleed when I wash it when it's all done.
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IMO you should NEVER wash an unquilted top....you will have a thready mess on your hands!!!!! I have been a quilter for the better part of 40 years and never pre-wash my fabrics....knock on wood, I've never had a bleeder washing in cold water. I cut, piece, quilt, bind and THEN wash and dry..
jodi in leavenworth