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puppyluv · 02-26-2007, 05:27 PM

I would caution you that cotton can shrink, a LOT...
A simple "wash and dry" can ruin a project, depending on what it is we are talking about.
If it is a garment, and you want to wash it, perhaps handwashing would be a better idea. Then you could gently blot with a towel to get rid of excess water, and block it to dry on some towels.
If it is a washcloth we are talking about, throw it in the washer AND dryer, that's what I do with mine...

02-26-2007, 05:27 PM	#7
puppyluv Ribbing the Cuff Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Minnie~knits Posts: 77 Thanks: 2 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts	I would caution you that cotton can shrink, a LOT... A simple "wash and dry" can ruin a project, depending on what it is we are talking about. If it is a garment, and you want to wash it, perhaps handwashing would be a better idea. Then you could gently blot with a towel to get rid of excess water, and block it to dry on some towels. If it is a washcloth we are talking about, throw it in the washer AND dryer, that's what I do with mine...