CindyinNY

When you pre-wash fabric, should you add softener?

Sadiemae

I read somewhere not to use fabric softener, but they did say why. Interesting question. I will be curious to see the replies.

CindyinNY

Me too, Sadiemae. I have some in the washer right now. lol Guess I'll just have to stop it before it goes into the rinse cycle.

magpie

I don't remember why, but I do know everything I've read says do not add softener.

bearisgray

From what I've heard, fusibles do not adhere well to fabric that has been "softened"

Some people are allergic to fabric softeners.

clem55

Softeners make it soft, so if we want to starch to make stiff for cutting, sort of a waste, ?????

CoyoteQuilts

Yep! But I always use softener because of the static.

np3

Good point, but then do you starch it before you cut it?

Scissor Queen

Fabric softeners are fats. I only use fabric softeners on synthetic fabrics.

wvdek

I never use softener until project is completely done then use it.