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Painiacs 11-07-2011 11:32 AM
What about adding white vinegar to rinse? I do it almost all the time. Gets out extra detergents and stuff in fabric. Good luck!

kbeth 11-07-2011 03:52 PM
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!

Kitsie 11-07-2011 06:36 PM
kbeth, thanks for the interesting post! And to everyone for the replies. I learned a lot although haven't had this problem. (yet) :thumbup:

AFQSinc 11-07-2011 07:08 PM
Originally Posted by EasyPeezy (Post 4647777)
My last quilt was made with Warm & White and I washed it with Woolite (cold gentle wash, dry on low temp) and it came out just fine. However, I don't Spray baste so that's probably the culprit.
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.

Mitch's mom 11-07-2011 07:22 PM
I'm happy for you and glad everything worked out. I love the binding you did!

Jingle 11-07-2011 07:29 PM
I'm so glad your baby quilt came out soft and cuddley. I wash everything in warm water. I don't use the basting spray.
Hi and Welcome from outside St.Louis.

KerryK 11-07-2011 07:29 PM
Welcome from Alabama, Heart of Dixie!

Your quilt is beautiful, and I'm happy you solved the problem!

Candace 11-07-2011 07:30 PM
Originally Posted by Scissor Queen (Post 4647424)
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.
I agree. W & N is nice batting but stiffer than most.

suebee 11-07-2011 07:34 PM
Same here, use mostly W&N never had one turn out "stiff". Im curious now about the 505. Will continue watching this one.

Originally Posted by Rumbols (Post 4647474)
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?

jaciqltznok 11-07-2011 07:37 PM
it was the spray basting you used...


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