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Copyright: Cow Country Fabrics and
Quilts, Donna Reamer, Owner
2005-2007
Quilts, Donna Reamer, Owner
2005-2007
CARING FOR YOUR QUILT
QUILTS ARE NOT FRAGILE! YOU CAN FOLD, BUNCH, ROLL, TOUCH AND
USE THEM. EVEN THE ANTIQUE ONES!
They also can be repaired, if needed. The best care is based on
common sense and contact with people! Constant closet confinement
will destroy a quilt. If you follow the common sense information below,
you can preserve and more importantly use your quilt.
Use: Use them in your home but Avoid Direct Sunlight. You can
redirect or filter the sunlight with blinds or sheer curtains.
§ 1 – ON A BED: Turn the quilt every day so the same side isn’t
always facing the window. Flip the quilt so the back is up several
times a month and avoid sitting on the quilt.
§ 2 – ON A FLAT SURFACE (such as a table, sofa, foot of the bed,
etc.): Be sure to refold or move every week.
§ 3 - ON A WALL: This is for STURDY quilts only! Hand-sew a rod
pocket along the top back edge, leaving a little “give” to
accommodate a dowel or curtain rod. To prevent constant strain on
the quilt stitches in one direction, you can sew a pocket on all sides
and rotate the quilt each month.
§ 4 - Another solution is to use individual quilt hangers, which
have been finished with an archival finish, which will not harm your
quilt. Just be certain to use a sufficient number so you get a good
even hang for your wall art or quilt.
Storage: Avoid folding and storing with sharp creases. Do not store
on an unsealed wood shelf. Air them out often, by draping them over
a sofa, bed or chair.
§ 1 – ON A BED: This is the best place IF you have an extra bed.
Just pile them on top of each other, change their location from top to
bottom once a month and turn the top one each day or turn it over
with the back facing up.
Storage: Continued
§ 2 – IN A BOX: Use acid-free tissue paper. Line the box (unless
the box is already acid free) and fold the quilt over the tissue paper
“pillows” to soften the sharp folds. Do NOT store in plastic bags!
§ IN A PILLOWCASE/FABRIC CASE: If the quilt is small, you can use
an ordinary old pillow case. If the quilt is large, make a case from
washed muslin, an old sheet, or tablecloth.
CLEANING: All old and new quilts can be cleaned by one of the
methods listed below. Again, be certain to use Common Sense!
§ 1 – VACUUM: Put nylon netting over the end of your vacuum
nozzle and lay a clean, small screen on the top of the quilt. Tape the
edges of the screen with masking tape. Vacuum slowly and gently.
§ 2 – AIRING: For quilts that are stored, bring them out often and
drape over a sofa, bed, chair, etc. On an especially fresh day with a
gentle breeze, you can sandwich your quilt between two sheets and
lay it on the grass for a good airing out.
§ WASH: Note that this should be your LAST RESORT but don’t
despair – it’s NOT hard to do, it just takes a little time.
PRETEST: your fabrics for colorfastness by putting a drop of water at
the seam line of every different fabric. Let it dry. Bleeding (colors
running in to each other) can occur at the wet stage AND the dry
stage! If ANY bleeding occurs, vacuum or air your quilt ONLY!
WASH: in your bathtub. Fill tub with lukewarm water and lay the quilt
gently into the water. Add SOAP AFTER THE QUILT IS WET! Use Orvus (
a horse soap available at Farm & Fleet), Ensure (the expensive quilt
version of Orvus), or Ivory Dish Detergent. All other soaps will
damage the fabric. Work the soap gently through the quilt, draining
and replacing water and soap as needed until you feel the quilt is
clean.
RINSE :several times in clear water, pushing the quilt up the side of
the tub to gently squeeze the water out. NEVER TWIST OR WRING the
Quilt.
DRY flat on the ground outside sandwiched between sheets, letting
the breeze blow over the top or inside on your basement floor on top
of many towels near your dehumidifier. Change the towels often
drying the wet ones in your dryer. DO NOT HANG or DRAPE a QUILT
WHILE IT IS WET.
QUILTS ARE NOT FRAGILE! YOU CAN FOLD, BUNCH, ROLL, TOUCH AND
USE THEM. EVEN THE ANTIQUE ONES!
They also can be repaired, if needed. The best care is based on
common sense and contact with people! Constant closet confinement
will destroy a quilt. If you follow the common sense information below,
you can preserve and more importantly use your quilt.
Use: Use them in your home but Avoid Direct Sunlight. You can
redirect or filter the sunlight with blinds or sheer curtains.
§ 1 – ON A BED: Turn the quilt every day so the same side isn’t
always facing the window. Flip the quilt so the back is up several
times a month and avoid sitting on the quilt.
§ 2 – ON A FLAT SURFACE (such as a table, sofa, foot of the bed,
etc.): Be sure to refold or move every week.
§ 3 - ON A WALL: This is for STURDY quilts only! Hand-sew a rod
pocket along the top back edge, leaving a little “give” to
accommodate a dowel or curtain rod. To prevent constant strain on
the quilt stitches in one direction, you can sew a pocket on all sides
and rotate the quilt each month.
§ 4 - Another solution is to use individual quilt hangers, which
have been finished with an archival finish, which will not harm your
quilt. Just be certain to use a sufficient number so you get a good
even hang for your wall art or quilt.
Storage: Avoid folding and storing with sharp creases. Do not store
on an unsealed wood shelf. Air them out often, by draping them over
a sofa, bed or chair.
§ 1 – ON A BED: This is the best place IF you have an extra bed.
Just pile them on top of each other, change their location from top to
bottom once a month and turn the top one each day or turn it over
with the back facing up.
Storage: Continued
§ 2 – IN A BOX: Use acid-free tissue paper. Line the box (unless
the box is already acid free) and fold the quilt over the tissue paper
“pillows” to soften the sharp folds. Do NOT store in plastic bags!
§ IN A PILLOWCASE/FABRIC CASE: If the quilt is small, you can use
an ordinary old pillow case. If the quilt is large, make a case from
washed muslin, an old sheet, or tablecloth.
CLEANING: All old and new quilts can be cleaned by one of the
methods listed below. Again, be certain to use Common Sense!
§ 1 – VACUUM: Put nylon netting over the end of your vacuum
nozzle and lay a clean, small screen on the top of the quilt. Tape the
edges of the screen with masking tape. Vacuum slowly and gently.
§ 2 – AIRING: For quilts that are stored, bring them out often and
drape over a sofa, bed, chair, etc. On an especially fresh day with a
gentle breeze, you can sandwich your quilt between two sheets and
lay it on the grass for a good airing out.
§ WASH: Note that this should be your LAST RESORT but don’t
despair – it’s NOT hard to do, it just takes a little time.
PRETEST: your fabrics for colorfastness by putting a drop of water at
the seam line of every different fabric. Let it dry. Bleeding (colors
running in to each other) can occur at the wet stage AND the dry
stage! If ANY bleeding occurs, vacuum or air your quilt ONLY!
WASH: in your bathtub. Fill tub with lukewarm water and lay the quilt
gently into the water. Add SOAP AFTER THE QUILT IS WET! Use Orvus (
a horse soap available at Farm & Fleet), Ensure (the expensive quilt
version of Orvus), or Ivory Dish Detergent. All other soaps will
damage the fabric. Work the soap gently through the quilt, draining
and replacing water and soap as needed until you feel the quilt is
clean.
RINSE :several times in clear water, pushing the quilt up the side of
the tub to gently squeeze the water out. NEVER TWIST OR WRING the
Quilt.
DRY flat on the ground outside sandwiched between sheets, letting
the breeze blow over the top or inside on your basement floor on top
of many towels near your dehumidifier. Change the towels often
drying the wet ones in your dryer. DO NOT HANG or DRAPE a QUILT
WHILE IT IS WET.
From Fairfield Processing Corp. quality
products especially for the avid quilter.
products especially for the avid quilter.
QUILT CARE: Ready to use liquid wash (enough
for 48 washes!) Specifically developed to gently
clean your treasured quilts. It is earth friendly, no
phosphates and gentle enough for all fine
washables. Great also for delicate fabrics and
lingerie, Comes with a convenient measuring spoon,
which has a hole for easy hanging in your laundry
room. $8.50
plus Priority Shipping/Handling & Delivery
Confirmation $4.65
for 48 washes!) Specifically developed to gently
clean your treasured quilts. It is earth friendly, no
phosphates and gentle enough for all fine
washables. Great also for delicate fabrics and
lingerie, Comes with a convenient measuring spoon,
which has a hole for easy hanging in your laundry
room. $8.50
plus Priority Shipping/Handling & Delivery
Confirmation $4.65
Quilt Care Item # QC1
Storage and Gift Bags:
100% Breathable White
Cotton.
The perfect way to present
and protect your quilts. Each
Bag has a clear pocket
containing a 6x9" preprinted
index card that has spaces
for all pertinent information
regarding the quilt. The
reverse side of the card has
quilt care instructions.
Drawstring closure and
finished w/ a french seam to
prevent fraying.
100% Breathable White
Cotton.
The perfect way to present
and protect your quilts. Each
Bag has a clear pocket
containing a 6x9" preprinted
index card that has spaces
for all pertinent information
regarding the quilt. The
reverse side of the card has
quilt care instructions.
Drawstring closure and
finished w/ a french seam to
prevent fraying.
Storage and Gift Bag ~ Crib/Twin
Size Item # QC3
100% Breathable White Cotton.
Size 18" x 22" $ 5.50 ea.
Plus Priority Shipping/Handling and
Delivery Confirmation $4.65
Size Item # QC3
100% Breathable White Cotton.
Size 18" x 22" $ 5.50 ea.
Plus Priority Shipping/Handling and
Delivery Confirmation $4.65
Storage and Gift Bag ~ Queen/King
Size Item # QC4
100% Breathable White Cotton.
Size 18" x 22" $ 7.00 ea.
Plus Priority Shipping/Handling and
Delivery Confirmation $4.65
Size Item # QC4
100% Breathable White Cotton.
Size 18" x 22" $ 7.00 ea.
Plus Priority Shipping/Handling and
Delivery Confirmation $4.65
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