How do I know if it will bleed or not? Do I need a comercial colour fixiative like Retayne?

A: Yes, Rit dye bleeds. It bleeds in the wash. It bleeds onto your skin when you wear it.

I once dyed a pair of jeans with Rit and they turned my legs black every time I wore them, even after many washings. I finally just threw the jeans

Take care when hanging and caring for antique quilts

If you prefer to hang a quilt rather than keep it on a bed, consider a quilt rack for convenient, quick display. Occasionally refold the quilt to redistribute pressure.

Or use a commercial wall-hanging product. Marilyn Reece-Sullivan of Oregon-based Hang-Ups says options include a clothespinlike compression system attached to the wall and spaced so the clips evenly carry the quilt's weight and prevent sagging.

Many quilt owners, she says, opt to display them as floating art, using an invisible hanger slipped through a sleeve attached to the back of the fabric. This allows even pressure along the top of the quilt. (See details at www.hangupscompany.com.

Retayne Color Fixative – 4 Ounce

DescriptionG products and color fixative K-CRAFT Retayne. Retayne is dyed a color fixative in cotton, linen and viscose bleeding trade. Use the washing machine or the procedure to wash hands with warm water. Always test fabric before washing for the first time. Only one application is required. It can handle 24 meters with a 4 oz bottleThis package contains a 4ozbottle ranges: about 24yds fabric. ASTM D4236 contents comply. Made in USA. . . .