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CindyBee 02-03-2012 03:06 PM

I use the sizing because of the insect issue. I like to wash, starch and iron my fabric before storing.

joyce888 02-03-2012 03:18 PM

Thanks for the info.

Grace creates 02-03-2012 03:21 PM

Well I really like magic sizing, had no problems and now I know why

virtualbernie 02-03-2012 04:05 PM


Originally Posted by BellaBoo (Post 4939581)
Would you believe I have every brand listed? LOL I sure do. I like options.

That's so funny! I was about to post that I had every brand listed too. Guess I'm in good company!

Merivale 02-03-2012 05:07 PM

Thanks for sharing this is good information.

FranW 02-03-2012 05:12 PM


Originally Posted by CindyBee (Post 4939641)
I use the sizing because of the insect issue. I like to wash, starch and iron my fabric before storing.

Same here!

Sadiemae 02-03-2012 05:43 PM

We have such low humidity that bugs are not a problem here.

gailinva 02-03-2012 05:49 PM

Me too!
And I like the price vs Mary Ellen Best Press.

Originally Posted by Grace creates (Post 4939690)
Well I really like magic sizing, had no problems and now I know why


Buckeye Rose 02-03-2012 06:46 PM

I wash fabric when bringing it into my house....then press, with starch only if ready to cut..... Finished quilt tops not being quilted are stored in plastic bags.....I refuse to give bugs any access to my fabrics if I can help it.

buick quilter 02-03-2012 06:50 PM

My grandmother told me many many years ago to never store anything that had starch in it, as it would cause the item rot. I know that starched doilies do rot when stored over time, so I would assume starched cotton fabric would as well. Anyway, I don't plan to store anything with starch in it for fear of rot (as well as insect infiltration).


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