Six Tips for Prewashing Fabric

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In today's video, we give our top six tips for pre-washing fabric when sewing garments. I discuss why you should prewash, share my favorite methods for preventing fabric from fraying in the wash and how to decide on a washing method. I also share some tips for a pre-washing routine that will have your fabric stash ready to sew at all times.
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@catstitchstudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips. I love that as soon as you mentioned "control," the cat jumped into the frame. Love those kitties!

@maryalgar8779 Жыл бұрын

Great tips. I am a list person, so your suggestion to note how you pre-washed the fabric is a good one.

@SewDIY Жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful!

@estherbeamsforaballad3342 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The tip about hemming the edges to prevent fraying before pre-washing is gold. Gonna try it🥰🧵

@chanmang 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I really appreciate the bookmarking

@LVXMagick 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you much Ma'am. I have no idea what I'm doing yet, but these kinds of videos help tremendously!

@jonaeflure 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Linda... I just washed your video but then I went to your vlog to find out more about prewashing as you stated there would be more in depth discussion on different fabrics. I didn't find anything more than what you just said in your video. Anyhow, your video was helpful. Thanks...

@paulabildson157 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for these great tips. Very helpful.

@SewDIY Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ayodaramola-martin7137 3 жыл бұрын

I know I should but I've never prewashed fabric in the 40+ years I've been sewing. ( haven't had an issue so far!) About to make a linen dress so will definitely give it a go. Thank you...

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

You're lucky to not have had any problems! I've definitely had problems with fabric shrinking after washing. Happy sewing!

@Natalie-baltenweck Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all of tops 😊

@syrefayne8922 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm just starting my first project!

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you have fun!

@ryanj.hanson6920 3 жыл бұрын

I use Avery shipping tags with strings to label the size of the smallest dimensions. I will now be adding how it's pre-washed.

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea!

@lindseyadams8876 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your tips. you've given me the confidence to pre wash my fabric so i can finally make the pj's and jumpsuit pattern i've had for ages!

@SewDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! I hope you enjoy the sewing!!

@avidonovan3222 2 жыл бұрын

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@valentinocamilo3447 2 жыл бұрын

@Avi Donovan Instablaster =)

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@avidonovan3222 2 жыл бұрын

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@peterchandangomes5185 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sooo mcuh !!

@SewDIY Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@denisem5437 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm new to your channel. I love your sewing machine. What kind is it? Thank you for this informative video.

@SewDIY 2 жыл бұрын

It's a Janome Horizon Memory Craft. I have a post about it here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6xkjbpy1b-rZKc.html

@petitexstitch2506 2 жыл бұрын

Do you pre wash cotton webbing (used for a washable totes/bag handle)?

@SewDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I've used webbing a few times and never prewashed it. If you plan on washing your bags it might be a good idea though.

@donnayoung5565 4 жыл бұрын

When pre-washing fabric in the machine do you use laundry detergent or just wash in plain water?

@SewDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Donna, I use detergent. It should help remove any chemicals or stiffeners that were applied during production. I also tend to do a full load of laundry so, I'll wash the fabric with other things. From experience though, I've learned to test how much the fabric will bleed and make sure to wash like colors together.

@veerez7304 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Quick question, would you recommend pinking to finish the raw edges prior to prewashing?

@SewDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Vee, I know I answered this in the live video but just in case someone else is wondering. Yes, I recommend finishing the edges of the fabric before pre-washing in a washing machine. This will prevent the fabric unraveling and creating a mess of threads. If you're hand washing it won't get very frayed so it's not really needed. I usually zig zag the edge with a long stitch. You can also use pinking shears or your serger.

@monisamontoya288 3 жыл бұрын

When you say wash are you recommending detergent or just water?

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Monisa, I use detergent too. It should help wash away any excess dye or other fabric treatments.

@brendastewart588 3 жыл бұрын

After prewashing your fabric, how can you tell the right side from the wrong side if they look identical even before washing?

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

It's unlikely that prewashing will change the appearance of the right or wrong side of the fabric. Sometimes, fabric just looks the same on both sides. In that case, just pick one side to be the right side. Then while cutting out your fabric, mark the wrong side of the fabric using chalk, washi tape or another removable marking.

@veremenko 5 жыл бұрын

How do you easily pull out zigzag stitch? I had to cut every second stitch or pull it one by one to actually make it happen.

@SewDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Wow that sounds like a stubborn zig zag stitch. When doing the zig zag for prewashing, I use a very long stitch length (4-5mm). I can usually just pull one of the threads and it will pull out a bunch, then I trim it and repeat until it's all done. If the zig zag stitches are very close together (like for a buttonhole), then you pretty much have to cut every stitch to remove it.

@Starr_Lite 3 жыл бұрын

Please, how do I prewash a faux leather fabric?

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry I haven't worked with faux leather before. Maybe the fabric manufacturer has advice? In general, you'll want to prewash the same way that you intend to wash the garment later. If you don't plan on washing later, then you don't need to prewash.

@rebeccaharp3254 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You look a lot like the actress Beth Toussaint. I was her sitter when she was a little girl.

@SewDIY Жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

@Ellelia777 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, should I pre wash satın in the machine?

@SewDIY 2 жыл бұрын

My gut says to hand wash satin because it's a delicate fabric. I have not used it much though so I don't have personal experience. You can search the internet for "how to wash satin" for advice. You can also do a test wash with a swatch to see how it reacts.

@Ellelia777 2 жыл бұрын

@@SewDIY thank you so much for your quick reply I will hand wash thank you again!

@meganda1468 5 жыл бұрын

If you clip a small diagonal cut on each corner nothing will fray

@SewDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! I've never tried that.

@meganda1468 5 жыл бұрын

@@SewDIY I got that from someone's blog, tried it and it worked, at least it did with cotton, maybe cut 1/2 inch down on the side and cut at a diagonal toward the top.

@fromwordstosounds 4 жыл бұрын

Does it work with linen? Thanks a lot!

@malinasantiago 2 жыл бұрын

Hello are there any fabrics that are a washing no no? I don't want to make the mistake of washing a fabric I can not

@SewDIY 2 жыл бұрын

You want to be careful with silk, wool and other animal fiber. Sometimes those fabrics can be dry clean only. I recommend testing a swatch of the fabric before washing the entire length. With wool and other animal fibers, you need to be careful that you don't use too much heat or agitation because it can cause felting.

@katmusswoodwind 2 жыл бұрын

Whoa - music balance is way louder than your voice!

@gulraiz4667 3 жыл бұрын

How to prewash denim fabric?

@SewDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! This podcast episode has a lot of great info about denim and a link to a blog post with tips for washing denim: lovetosewpodcast.com/episodes/episode-107-denim/ Happy sewing!