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Old 07-30-2011, 05:39 AM
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purrfectquilts
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I wash all the quilts I make for give away or missionary quilts and I wash all family quilts. If I don't want the old-timey look, I choose a different batting and always preshrink.

And I prewash fabrics because some run no matter what you soak them in first.

But, for custom quilts, I do not wash (I don't use starch in piecing). I do clean up though with a lint roller, etc. and I always give washing instructions. And, I always ask if they want me to wash it first. Most do not. They are paying for a new quilt and want it to look that way.

So...different strokes for different folks. Do what works best for you.
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