Thank you for the advice, Jeanette, never thought of using a paper towel. I have some red fabric that I've had for a while and does need checking before I use it, although it's not on the to do list as yet.
The quilt I need to wash is my sons Battalion/Army quilt that is hand appliquéd and has red borders and pieces in the designs. The background is cream and is definitely looking like it needs sprucing up. He used it and took it all over the place with him, but it is now staying here for a while. I'm absolutely dreading washing it. I usually wash all my quilts and those going to their new homes with a couple of sheets of colour catches... I thinks I might toss in a couple of boxes with this one
