Help: quilt still stiff after 1st wash
11-07-2011, 03:52 PM
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Good news! I washed it on warm/gentle with the Tide and Downy, dried on low, and now it is nice and cuddly soft. I just now read the suggestions of using vinegar, so I'll keep that in mind for the next one. The next one being a king-sized monstrosity that's almost completely pieced, and makes me nervous when I consider sandwiching and quilting that sucker. Thanks again, all, this board is awesome!
11-07-2011, 07:08 PM
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I would have to disagree with this statement. I have used 505 spray on many quilts, quite heavily, I might add and I have not had any issues with stiffness. I also frequently use Warm N White as well.
11-07-2011, 07:30 PM
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The problem isn't the fabric. You used Warm and White. It's stiff. It'll take several washings to break it down. It doesn't matter what detergent or fabric softeners you use, it'll just take time and use for that batting to break down. If you want a softer quilt to start with you'll have to use a softer batting.
11-07-2011, 07:34 PM
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Same here, use mostly W&N never had one turn out "stiff". Im curious now about the 505. Will continue watching this one.
What a lovely quilt. Sorry to hear it is so stiff. I usually wash mine twice. Once in plain warm water to remove all markings and the sizing. Then again with laundry soap and fabric softener. Both washes on gentle cycle. I have used Warm & White batting before and I have never had one compile out stiff. Was it the fusible kind?
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