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ljgraham 03-03-2011 02:06 PM
I have had fabric sheets stain certain fabrics in the dryer. Don't know about putting them in a zipploc.

Momsmurf 03-03-2011 02:20 PM
[quote=KarenR]I'm confused - I bought totes to store our material in (rubbermaid ones with the hinged lids) This is bad for the material? I was working on building a stash.

I store all my fabric in those plastic totes. There is no problem with a lack of air for breathing since they are not airtight. It just keeps my stash in something clear so I can see what's where ....until ... I get aroiund to the mighty "O" word (organizing). That might take awhile since I'm still on the 1st letter of the alphabet. "A" for Acquire. :lol:

dljennings 03-03-2011 02:33 PM
Originally Posted by Quiltntime
Originally Posted by quiltlonger
I've put in a "used" sheet was afraid a new one is to oily/greasy and may leave residue on material. I put one or two "used" in when I get a quilt top from a smoker and puff up bag and twist tie before I LA it!!
Used dryer sheets would be the way to go. I know, if you use dryer sheets, you're suppose to scrub the wire vent with soap and water every few months to clean the residue from the vent.
when we bought our new dryer, the salesperson told us NOT to use dryer sheets, because the lint screen is so fine... i hate them, think they stick worse than just about anything but dead skunk... so was happy to tell dil she can't use them anymore...

davidwent 03-03-2011 03:02 PM
Originally Posted by Nanamoms
Another option from someone who is so allergic to things that I can't use any type household cleaner and can usually only wear 100% cotton. I can't use any type product that out-gases and believe me that is a looonnnng list. Just ask my allergist!!

Take a pair of panty house (does anyone still have any of those? LOL). Cut about a 3 inch piece across. Tie one end. Put in about 2 tablespoons of baking soda. Tie the other end. Voila!! Takes away smells but doesn't leave any!! I change out about every 3 months. I keep these in all my clothes drawers, closets, and any plastic containers I use. I even put them under the sinks to keep away that musty smell.
I have plenty of baking soda, but I think I am allll out of panty hose :shock: :lol:
David

quilt crazee 03-03-2011 04:01 PM
the scents in candles are from oils so I'd be careful!

Annz 03-03-2011 05:15 PM
I would use two used ones. Smell and chemicals no so strong after they have been through the drier.

bluesnowdoe 03-03-2011 07:20 PM
I agree with jaciqltznok

teek4 03-09-2011 05:41 PM
Some fabric sheet like bounce have oils in then and will leave a oily stain

MissJMac 06-05-2011 08:31 AM
Diehard quilters seem to be adament about storing quilts in "pure" environments "no newspapers, no wood surfaces, no chemicals, etc. Seems the only safe storage is wrapped in a bed sheet or some specially treated paper. The concern seems to be the damage these chemicals/treated surfaces can do to the fabric. Not sure what's in our dryer sheets. I might consider this for an heirloom quilt, but since most of mine are "love quilts" that are washed, dried, dragged around, wrestled upon, etc. I'd think dryer sheets are just fine.

PamB8s 06-05-2011 08:34 AM
Originally Posted by davidwent
The smell is what I am worried about I LOVE LOVE LOVE to cook wit garlic, and I also enjoy (I'm ready for all the "eeeeewwwwwsss"LOL)the occasional cigar
David
I love the smell of a good cigar David. It brings back memories of my grandpa on the front porch with his after dinner on Sunday's, and that's a good thing :)


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