However, I have a new addition to tell you about. Crayola Ultra-Clean Markers. They are being used successfully and come in 10 colors. The only thing I discovered in reading was to be careful with the yellow. It may not come out as advertised. I did a brief test on white fabric that had been pre-washed and all marks washed completely out except yellow and orange, which faded instead of completely disappearing. Here is a website that has results from more serious, more scientific experimentation. I think this is a great addition to our supply list.
The caveat, as always, is:
TEST IT ON YOUR FABRIC FIRST.
Some say it heat sets, others say not, so be careful with that iron and
TEST IT FIRST.
I am almost to the place where I will stitch piano keys on the last part of my border. I am so excited. I have always done them by marking straight lines about 1 inch apart as guides. I have gotten pretty good at straight lines by doing this, but they are still far from perfect. I purchased a Westalee ruler foot, which works on my machine. It came with a little ruler that will be great to learn with and will also be just right for my 2 inch long piano keys. I am psyched to try it out and will keep you posted on the depth and success of my learning curve.
I've seen several friends have great success with Westalee foot and rulers. It makes me want to try but I also have a long arm so I'm wondering why I would go to the expense.... I don't mark much but I'll keep these pens in mind. Good luck with finishing your quilt.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I do want to get finished, but today a sore finger has me lagging. Maybe it will be better tomorrow.
DeleteI use those markers all the time and have for some years. I don't use the yellow and I don't think I've used the orange (for no reason really , just haven't) but I haven't had a problem. I don't find they come out with hand washing but put them in the machine and I've had no problem.
ReplyDeleteI use them mostly for baby quilts - my theory is if a washable marker doesn't wash out the material isn't baby suitable anyways.
Thanks for your input. I was hoping people would weigh in with their experiences.
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ReplyDeleteI've used these markers on occasion in garment sewing (marking back side of fabric) and had good results. I don't think I used yellow though. Thanks for the warning on yellow and orange might not wash out. The bigger problem for me is I keep forgetting about them!
ReplyDeleteTesting is always good advice. Of course, there's always a wash with Dawn that might remove leftover marks.
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