What's That Fabric Made Of? Find Out With a Burn Test

When you receive fabric gifts from your quilting friends, the yardage will probably be made from 100-percent cotton. Gifts from family and friends might be cotton polyester blends or woven from other fibers. Or you might find a box full of unknown fabrics at an estate sale or flea market. It's important to know what you're sewing with so that you can care for your quilts correctly. This little burn test can help.