Thank you lindy-2.. I honestly didn't even think of that.. I do use cotton batting and when I went back to the package and read it it does say to avoid shrinkage pre-wash.. I have always liked the look of 1/4" batting. I really only use poly batting when I want a fluffy, high loft finished result. Today I went and purchased lower loft poly batting and will use that for my next two projects.. I'm willing to bet that makes a huge difference!! Thank you for that suggestion!
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