Originally Posted by
Lori S
I am concerned that 2 weeks could be a real problem. I know you don't want to wash the quilt top prior to it being quilted , I hope someone else has a suggestion on treating it at this stage . I am afraid getting it wet without any "treatment" could make it worse.
I have only a few issues washing the top before it's quilted; I guess the biggest is the ironing it again part, and protecting all those raw edges, most of which are seams, but there is the raw edge of the final border. Stay stitch it? How the heck do I wash a quilt top in 140 degree water w/o causing more issues? I have an HE washer. And will the sanitary cycle work the best? I'm told the temp is about 170. Thanks.