I won't add anymore about the prewash subject because they have given you good help. Just wanted to welcome you to the QB. You will find tons of help & good advice on here. I am a fairly new quilter (although a lot older than you) & I couldn't do it without the help from the wonderful people on here. We will be anxiously awaiting the creations you make. I do have one little piece of advice for you. REMEMBER: there is never, never any question that is to trivial to ask. So if you need help, just ask. Enjoy this QB as much as I do. Nice to meet you "elenigrce". Vonda