Quilt Care
Washing Your Quilt
All my quilts are machine washable, unless noted for wallhangings using speciality fabrics or threads.
Wash only when necessary
Try "airing" your quilt in the dryer on "air only" for 15-20 minutes
Wash in warm water, set to delicate or gentle cycle, using the largest load
Use a mild laundry soap such as Ivory Snow or Woolite
Do not wring or twist
Dry in short 20 minute cycles on gentle, checking for dryness
Dry flat outside on top of a sheet, away from animals, children or blowing objects; preferably on an overcast day
Do not use dryer sheets
Do not dry clean
Storing Your Quilt
Use your quilts! Enjoy them! Store them only if you have to!
Keep quilts out of direct sunlight - they will fade
Make sure quilt is completely dry before storing
Store in a cool, dry place
Fold quilts accordian style (in a "Z"), so that each fabric fold is stressed as little as possible
You can place rolled up tissue paper in each fold to avoid creases
You can use 100% cotton bags or wrap in cotton sheets
NEVER store in plastic - quilts need to breathe! Plastic retains moisture which can encourage mildew and mold.