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If marks will not remove with
plain water, what can I do?
You can treat the marked area with concentrated lemon juice or
hydrogen peroxide. Always perform a test on a scrap piece of your fabric
to be sure these solvents will not cause unwanted discoloration.
When should I use an air-soluble
or water-soluble marking pen?
Both of these pens can be used to transfer pattern markings and
embroidery designs to the right side of fabrics. Air-soluble marks will
disappear within 48-72 hours; water-soluble marks will remain until removed.
For best results, use marking pens on washable fabrics only. Always perform
a test on the fabric you are using to be sure the marks can be removed
satisfactorily. Both air-soluble and water-soluble marking pens can be
removed by thoroughly rinsing the area with plain tap water.
Why can’t I remove the marks
from my fabric?
There are some variables that may influence how easily marks are
removed:
Marking pen ink will perform differently on various fabrics. Some fiber
contents, fabric finishes or dyes (red and pink in particular) may not
be suitable for use with marking pens. Ironing over marks may cause the
ink to penetrate deeper into the fibers so that it will be more difficult
to remove. Fabric that is subject to a lot of handling may have hand oil
residue inhibiting the ease of removal. Some laundry products containing
sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate may “set” the marks if
they are not completely removed before laundering. Marks made with air-soluble
pens may not disappear as quickly in humid climates.
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