AnnieSue

Wet it and block it. Are you now converted to the pre-wash the fabric bunch?

nativetexan

Yes, not the first! next time just soak and spin out. No agitation. Good luck.

abdconsultant

Nice save!

MFord

I am definitely joining the pre-wash group after this! Thanks to all for your suggestions. I had to make a flying trip to Seattle yesterday, will drive home shortly and spend the afternoon trying to block this thing. I spent way too long piecing it to give up now!

You guys are great!

Margaret

MargeD

No, you are not alone. You were smart to wash the flannel that you were using for the backing, as flannel can really shrink quite a bit. I agree with mommysewist and kaeleynangelfoot about their methods to help get your top under control. I'm sure you can do this and sometimes quilting can cover a variety of blips..

ube quilting

It is a sorry thing to have have happen after all your hard work.

What are the lessons here?

You are going to learn how to block a quilt.

How to save time and disappointment in the future by washing fabric before you use it.

Wash fabric before you use it.

Wash fabric before you use it with a smile knowing you are doing the best thing for your quilt.

You will be able, in the future to piece your fabric with abandon, after they are washed.

There will be no worry about fabrics shrinking/ bleeding on future projects and what fun it will be without the worry.

peace

novicequiltergrandma

You are definitely not the first. I did this and totally ruined the quilt top. The fabric was fraying and it all got caught up in the wash and ripped holes in it. I was going to try and applique over the worst spots and quilt the heck out of it. Finally just gave up and will start over . Hope you are able to salvage it.