mcmullen Posted January 14, 2013 Report Share Posted January 14, 2013 Hi,all, I am in the process of trying to save an old quilt top that I got off e-bay. I have repaired seams,etc. and am ready to put it on my quilting frame. However, it has several soiled spots and some water/rusty looking areas on it. I know I can't wash it until I quilt and bind but I really need ti iron the wrinkles out before loading it. My question is: can I iron this top? will the heat set the soiled spots? Any suggestions? Thanks, Becky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted January 14, 2013 Report Share Posted January 14, 2013 I wouldn't iron it. Put it on the frame and leave it rolled and tight over night before stitching. That should smooth out the worst of it. Heat will set the stains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmullen Posted January 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2013 Thanks,Sylvia. I was afraid the heat would set the stains.Will try your idea. Becky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaC Posted January 14, 2013 Report Share Posted January 14, 2013 I agree; don't iron it. If anything mist it while on the frame. Linda Rech posted stain removal methods for rust and other stains you might be interested in after quilting. Enjoy that top you rescued! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted January 14, 2013 Report Share Posted January 14, 2013 What a great find--can't wait to see pictures! After it's quilted, give Retro Clean a try to remove stains and whiten old fabrics. Cindy Needham of LinenQuilter fame recommends it and I've used it with great success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neher-in-law5 Posted January 14, 2013 Report Share Posted January 14, 2013 For the rust stains you can use oxalic acid, sold as wood bleach in hardware stores. I have used that for 30+ years and have never had it damage any fabric or colors. It helps take out the dingy and definately removes rust stains. Use warm water, warmer is better here, and dissolve a small amount in the sink or bucket and put it on the stain. You could use a scoop in a washer full. If you want to, you can put the top in a sink or tub and then rince and let it hang to dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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