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HeathersHeartfeltStitches
True Blue Farmgirl
440 Posts
Heather
Lancaster
OH
USA
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 Posted - Apr 01 2008 : 5:55:31 PM
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I'm trying to finish up a Quilt for my SIL Wendy who is in the Hosp. with Cancer. I have it all cut out and the pattern set, Do I wash it all first or can I just sit and stitch it together now? it's a simple quilt made of squares that when finished will have a Cross pattern on it. Many squares to get stitched together before the 14th so DH can take it with him when he goes to see his Sis.
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Txfarmgal
True Blue Farmgirl
585 Posts
AK
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2008 : 6:02:27 PM
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Originally posted by HeathersHeartfeltStitches
I'm trying to finish up a Quilt for my SIL Wendy who is in the Hosp. with Cancer. I have it all cut out and the pattern set, Do I wash it all first or can I just sit and stitch it together now? it's a simple quilt made of squares that when finished will have a Cross pattern on it. Many squares to get stitched together before the 14th so DH can take it with him when he goes to see his Sis.
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heather, i may not be much help but did you wash your fabric before you cut it out? I don't think you wash it again you just piece it together. Praying for your sis.
AngiK
For he is faithful that promised. Hebrews 10:23
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HeathersHeartfeltStitches
True Blue Farmgirl
440 Posts
Heather
Lancaster
OH
USA
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Txfarmgal
True Blue Farmgirl
585 Posts
AK
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2008 : 7:33:26 PM
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Originally posted by HeathersHeartfeltStitches
No, I didn't wash it first, SHould I have? MM..Wish I had time to start over...If I can get past this first quilt
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heather, someone else might want to chime in but yes you wash your fabrics first, if you have already cut them and you wash them now then the size of squares you have may shrink. Not sure what to do now. sorry.
AngiK
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Rebekka Mae
True Blue Farmgirl
965 Posts
Rebekka
Moscow
ID
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2008 : 8:04:10 PM
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Just go for it- it will likely turn out just fine! You should wash them first but each quilt has it's boo boos and they are still well loved. If you want to wash them now, iron them after and go from there. Otherwise just stitch it up, wash the top and the backing piece (not the batting though), iron them both and then finish it up...and hope for the best. I have done this many times and no one was the wiser. You want to wash it in cold and hang to dry, and tell your SIL to do the same.
Your sewing is about love...not perfection! Let us know how it turns out.
Rebekka
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debinmtns
True Blue Farmgirl
925 Posts
Debi
Hope
Idaho
USA
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Posted - Apr 02 2008 : 05:11:23 AM
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You do not have to wash your fabric before cutting it. It will make it look old fashion and it long run will be a very soft quilt. I never wash my fabrics, try one and see what you think, Ladies. I been quilting for over 25 years. I donate quilts for Wishing Star and have been ask several times ot design quilt. It really defends on your preference. Try one. you will like it!
debinmtns #63
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
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Posted - Apr 02 2008 : 06:23:22 AM
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I agree with you Debi, I never wash the fabrics first, I like the glaze the new fabrics have and since I handquilt it has a better hand in the process.
They are several schools out there about what one must do, but with a bit of practice you can change the rules and make your own.
Heather, I am sure your quilt will be beautifull and made with a lot of love will keep your SIL guarded in the hospital.
corinne
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Apr 02 2008 : 09:32:32 AM
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I do not wash my fabric before I cut it because the sizing in it makes it easier to handle. The first wash the quilt gets is after it is all put together and quilted and bound. I use cotton batting (Warm and Natural brand) and I like the way the little bit of shrinkage puckers the quilt a little to make it look old.
Mary
Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding. Albert Einstein
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Apr 03 2008 : 08:51:04 AM
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yep i agree, i do not wash my fabs.
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suzyhomemaker
True Blue Farmgirl
806 Posts
Clare
Tyler Hill
PA
USA
806 Posts |
Posted - Apr 04 2008 : 1:33:15 PM
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I usually wash my fabric, but once in a while, I go for it without washing them first.
If you already cut your pieces out, just sew them up. The key for simple block quilts is to keep consistent seam allowance. I would just put it all together and leave it ready to give. Or if you feel like it, after it is finished, you can wash it in cold and hang t odry.
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
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mennonite farm girl
Farmgirl in Training
40 Posts
ruby
apple valley
minnesota
USA
40 Posts |
Posted - Apr 05 2008 : 05:00:26 AM
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Just thought I would add my 2 cents in. At Homemade Stitches, the only time we wash fabrics is if we are making a project that will be washed a lot after its used. Like a baby quilt. The batting that we recommend is Hobbs low loft wool. It quilts like butter and is warm in winter and cool in the summer. It also washs up beautifully. You will do fine. GOOD LUCK!!!
Take care,
Ruby
Mennonite Farm Girl
www.homemadestitches.com
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