After I posted yesterday, I received an e-mail from Birch with further information on removing yellow quilters chalk.
Here is the e-mail they sent me ...
Dear Tracy,
It is always suggested to test a
fabric mark on the same fabric you are using. Fabrics change from
supplier to supplier.
Also if the fabric is not pre
washed the sizing used in the manufacturing process can sometimes retain some
of the colour.
To try and remove markings on
your current project first test on a scrap of the same fabric or on an
inconspicuous place as it is important that it does not ruin
Some ways to remove chalk from
fabric:
1.
Brush it with a soft
brush – like a soft toothbrush.
2.
Gently blot the
marks with a soft white cloth and a solution made from ½ white vinegar and ½
water. ( Some quilters use 2/3 white vinegar to 1/3 water). Some people report
that that marks don’t seem to disappear until the quilt is dried.
3. Cool water with a drop of
dishwashing liquid. Use a soft toothbrush to gently rub the solution by dabbing
with a clean sponge and cold water.
4.
Use a fabric eraser.
Regards,
Birch
Haberdashery & CraftI hope this can help someone else out.
Cheers,
Tracy
3 comments:
Hope these hints help you.
I used to be a compulsive fabric washer, then stopped when it seemed it didn't matter (and new unwashed fabric is so lovely) now it seems that the colour running isn't the only worry. :(
Thanks for sharing.
Oh Tracy - you poor thing - what a saga!
I hope I'm not the only person who's thinking "um, maybe the product needs to be changed so this problem doesn't happen to someone else?"...
I'm not quite sure why they'd make a product that results in these issues, did they not test it themselves before selling it in shops??!
Well at least the marks were not so noticeable to your happy recipient... don't be too hard on yourself! xx
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