I have had batiks bleed a lot...I ALWAYS....ALWAYS...hand wash in hot water and then simmer them in sythrpaol.or Retayne (I forget which)..worth the time and effort...if I have small pieces I combine like colors to "cook". I have a front load washer so I can do them in my washing machine.
Last edited by Treasureit; 04-20-2012 at 01:34 PM.