I'm weaving my first belt on my inkle loom and was wondering if the woven material should be washed before finishing and threading it through the belt hardware. I'm guessing I should but was wondering how more experienced weavers would handle this. I'm using 3/2 cotton for warp and weft. It's coming along nicely so far. Also, if washing is advised, would that be washing by hand or put it in the machine? Use the drier or air dry?
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