Laundry

My friend called and asked me if most quilters wash their fabric before they use it. I usually do. Not always, but have had some run. She has a piece of teal batik and has washed it a total of 4 time and the last time with vinegar. It is still bleeding. She replaced it with another color to finish the backing on her quilt and called the quilt shop where she purchased it. The clerk told her that they could not take any fabric back that had been washed and that quilters do not wash. I found that a funny statement as I am sure that some of you out there wash......... Anyway, I said I would write you and see what the general opinion was. Thanks, Marcik