Thread: Washing a quilt
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Old 05-25-2012, 03:23 AM
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Default Washing a quilt

My daughter brought home her twinsize quilt made out of Moda Batiks from college. It is not dirty, just needs 'freshing up'. I have been quilting for a while but have never washed a quilt! I would like to give it a whirl. Just worried that it will shrink, bleed etc. I have bought Color Catchers but don't know what setting to put my washing machine on or to use cold or warm water. Do I put it into the dryer when washed or just hang up wet? Also, I do NOT wash my fabrics before I piece so that will be a factor.

Thanks for the help!
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