Bonnie H Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 I'm quilting a huge black and white chevron quilt for a client and the fabrics are not prewashed. During each quilting session, I'm having to clean my hopping foot and my hands and ruler a couple of times as the black fabric is transferring its color. All the fabrics she used are top quality quilt shop fabrics and it is a gift she made for her granddaughter for Christmas. Should I mention using Retayne (edited: Synthrapol) when she washes the quilt or not mention it at all?? What would you do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkinpatchquilter Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 I would very briefly and gently...maybe not make a big thing of it, just a "hey got a cool tip you might like..." kinda thing. Can't wait to see it quilted!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaC Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 I would certainly mention it to her. She probably noticed it when she was sewing it; but she may still need a reminder! She'll be so excited it is completed she will forget! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zora Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 Yes, you should absolutely mention it. I don't think it would be ethical to ignore the problem and have the quilt ruined on first washing when it night be avoided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neher-in-law5 Posted December 3, 2013 Report Share Posted December 3, 2013 Yes, let her know that the dye has been transferring. She won't want that to transfer to other clothing or furniture either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted December 3, 2013 Report Share Posted December 3, 2013 She should wash it with lots of color catcher and white terry cloth to capture lots of migrating dyes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie H Posted December 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 3, 2013 Thank you, ladies, for the tips. I will mention it to her. I was mostly worried that if I mention washing it in Retayne and it still bled, she might think I made a bad suggestion. Guess I will suggest she investigate the Retayne before she gives it a try to make sure that is what SHE wants to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisquilter Posted December 3, 2013 Report Share Posted December 3, 2013 She should wash it with lots of color catcher and white terry cloth to capture lots of migrating dyes. Cory's suggestion is right on. She should do both things. Retayne and Color catchers. Color catchers have saved many a quilt made with fabric that was not pre-washed. You can get them at the grocery store. She is going to wash the quilt eventually so she will need this information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterfly Posted December 5, 2013 Report Share Posted December 5, 2013 Do you put the color catcher in the wash? I thought it was used in the dryer? Jess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbams Posted December 5, 2013 Report Share Posted December 5, 2013 Jess, the Color Catcher definitely goes in the washer. The dryer is too late. Betsy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busy Quilting Posted December 5, 2013 Report Share Posted December 5, 2013 I have started giving a box of colour catchers with the quilt when I gift them to family members. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kloar Posted December 5, 2013 Report Share Posted December 5, 2013 I have put in 3-4 color catchers if I think or know something is going to bleed. I have troubles with reds running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted December 6, 2013 Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 Synthrapol is the solution that dyers use to remove excess un-set dye from their fabric. Retayne is the solution to use to set the dye that is left after all excess is removed. Use both--readily available at quilt shops and on-line. Treat with Synthrapol first and as many times as it takes for the rinse water to be clear. Then treat as directed with Retayne. Color Catchers are a great idea to send home with the quilt--just as a back-up plan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbams Posted December 6, 2013 Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 Linda, thanks for explaining the difference between Synthrapol and Retayne. I have both, and have used both, but somehow never really understood what each on does. I have printed your explanation to keep in the laundry room with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie H Posted December 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 Thanks Linda for correcting me! This afternoon I realized my mistake when I went to get out my bottles and realized that I have about twice as many Synthrapol bottles as I do Retayne ... and also reading them helped me to realize my mistake. I actually just came online to correct myself when I saw your post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBarb Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 LInda, Thanks a million for explaining exactly how to use these products. I need to fix a spot of dye transfer on one of my own quilts. I always pre-wash my fabrics so I don't have to do this correction stuff. I must not have washed the finished quilt with a color catcher, but I think I did.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loraquilts Posted September 11, 2015 Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 I just found this link to DIY color catchers. Don't know how this will compare to the Shout color catchers, but think I'll give it a try. http://www.babysavers.com/diy-how-to-make-your-own-shout-color-catching-laundry-sheets/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbams Posted September 11, 2015 Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 Lora, be sure to let us know how they work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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