Originally Posted by saf
Just bought my first lot of fabric. Haven't got a definate block or pattern in mind but couldn't resist. Desperately need advice on washing. Do I cut the selvage off first before I wash or after.
Hi Saf,
Welcome to the board. Unless the colour looks as though it would run or is old and has a "smell" I don't wash it and I leave the selvedge edge on as it is straight and helps when squaring up. Have you got any shops or groups near you that have classes you could join? Someone will always answer any questions you have here and there are great little videos on Youtube - just type into Google - "youtube" and what you are looking for ie; beginner quilting. You will find loads there. Also look in your local library for quilt books. If I want a certain book my local library try and get it for me.
My Cousin lives in Cherry Willingham, do you know it ??
Regards, Dot - in Hampshire.