Need Cleaning Advice for Vintage Quilt Blocks
I just scored some wonderful old dresdens and other quilt blocks that were hand pieced out of fabrics from the 20's and 30's... the old feedsacks. These blocks are very delicate but have some discoloration from age. What would be the best way to clean them and brighten them up? I'm sure this will involve soaking them for a while in something and then hand washing... but what? Is there a product for this that will work on delicate old fabric?
Also, the dresdens weren't made the right way. The points are raw, (cut pointed rather than straight and folded) . I guess I'll have to needleturn those... unless there is another way?
TIA for your help!