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    Old 03-25-2013, 08:06 AM
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    Okay, coaches, what now. I have made a Daddy's Ties quilt from our late son-in-laws ties. Have used his wool blazer and a grey pair of pants for the borders. Now, it needs to be cleaned. Can it be washed or should I send it to the dry cleaners? Believe me cutting silk ties is not easy. I made the dresden plate with 44 pieces in the middle. I do not think that I would do another one.
    Thank you for any help.
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    Old 03-25-2013, 08:36 AM
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    Did you prewash the ties and wool? If not, I would take this one to the dry cleaners.
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    Old 03-25-2013, 08:38 AM
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    Wool and silk .. send to the cleaners.
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    Old 03-25-2013, 11:17 AM
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    If you have any leftover scraps, wash and see how they react. I have found wool to shrink and also extremely heavy when wet. Some silks spot when you get them wet.
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    Another vote for the dry cleaner. The quilt is too precious to take a chance.
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    Dry clean. Would love to see a picture!
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    Old 03-25-2013, 04:41 PM
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    If you prewashed you should be able to get away with a gentle hand wash. If not try the drycleaners. Be sure and air it well if you go the dry-cleaning route....the stuff they use is pretty toxic and can cause headaches/allergic response in some people.
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    Old 03-26-2013, 11:47 AM
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    Thank you for your advice. I really appreciate it. Dry cleaners it is.
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