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Old 08-08-2011, 04:20 AM
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Barb44
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Originally Posted by maktub
Originally Posted by sewmuchmore
I too do not prewash. I love the look you get when you wash the quilt. :P
Can I ask what difference there is in the look?

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Fabrics that are not prewashed will shrink a little when the finished quilt is washed and the quilt will have that wrinkly look like an old vintage quilt.

I prewash all my fabric because I do not like the chemicals used in producing the fabric. Plus I suspect most fabric that is imported is treated with insecticides. I know ready made clothing is. I also like working with fabric that has been washed and starched. I clip the corners of the fabric piece and I have very little raveling.
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