Originally Posted by
Tartan
I test wash a sample. I like to cut and sew with the factory sizing in the fabric. After I complete the quilt, I wash it. Every quilter should do what works for them.
I agree with Tartan. I like to sew with that factory sizing still on the fabric. I thought I would be odd man out. Harriet Hargrave taught me to put warm water in a small container, put tiny bit of quilt soap and the test fabric in. Shake it every so often like a washing machine. Then rinse and put it on a white paper towel. Works for me because then I don't have to press those yards of fabric.