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jbandsma

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11. Many ways to tell
Fri Jul 2, 2021, 11:40 AM
Jul 2021

If there's a loose thread you could do a burn test. Singe the end. If it turns to ash, it's an animal fiber. If it melts, it's usually acrylic. In any case, you can't go wrong with a cool wash, lay out flat to dry. But try not to agitate. If necessary, use the washing machine to spin the excess water out of it. Wet afghans can be horribly heavy.

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