I use the dryer sheets occaisionally on permanent press and keep the used sheets. I use them in applique like when doing hearts or circles. I admit, I am lazy when it comes to turning under raw edges so if I can find a shortcut, I will use it. It usually takes several tumbles with several loads of laundry to get the softner out of the dryer sheet, but then they are great to use. I don't recall ever using any softner on a quilt. thats not to say, you can't. Bear in mind that there are probably as many opinions as there are quilts. I don't prewash my fabric either unless it a real dark color and I am worried about it bleeding all ove everything else.
That's my story and I am sticking to it. :lol: :lol: