Do I have to pre-wash wrap-n-zap before using it to make bowl cozies?

Cherie Shaw
by Cherie Shaw

Do I have to pre-wash wrap-n-zap before using it?

  4 answers
  • 17335038 17335038 on Nov 06, 2019

    Are you referring to a specific project you saw here on Hometalk?

  • 17335038 17335038 on Nov 06, 2019

    Here is one video with instructions on how to make the bowl cozies.


    The fabric is not pre-shrunk. Instructions say to use 100% cotton interfacing, and 100% cotton fabric.


    However, to ensure that the pellon interfacing and the fabric do not shrink more than the thread, use 100% cotton thread as well.


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkfWpFjnpRw

  • Cherie Shaw Cherie Shaw on Nov 07, 2019

    Thanks whats the best way for care instructions to put in when giving them to people?


  • 17335038 17335038 on Nov 07, 2019

    Wash in warm water on delicate or gentle cycle in automatic washer, in a netting 'lingerie' bag. Or, hand wash using gentle squeezing motion, not twisiting or wringing.

    Do not dry in automatic washer, as the heat will cause shrinking and bunching up of the pellon interfacing.

    Air drying over an upside down bowl, and hand blocking during drying will help the cozy keep its shape.

    Once dry, spraying with Scotchguard spray will help keep the fabric stain and moisture resistant.