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Old 08-13-2012, 05:30 AM
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Originally Posted by QuiltE
Originally Posted by teddysmom
What is the advantage of pre-washing other than dark fabrics that might bleed?
hot water .......... shrinkage!
Also, removal of the formaldehyde and other chemicals used in textile processing thus making your fabric 'user friendly' and realigning the threads so the fabric returns to straight of grain thus making your cuts more accurate.
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