Originally Posted by
Jeanne S
I agree, if they are that bad toss them out. If you just can't do that, I would just soak them in a large sink or tub in soapy water, gently rinse and lay flat to dry. No agitation in the washer and no tumble drying for sure.
This is what I would do. If this is a guild, I would mention to the members that dirty quilts will not be accepted anymore. I do a lot of charity quilts and my philosophy has always been to make something I would enjoy receiving as a gift.