Last night I sewed the two latest blocks for the Circa 2016 project from Temecula Quilts. Love these little blocks!
I'm still trying to decide what to do with the Cheri quilt too:
I am struggling with writing labels these days. The ink seems to fade or bleed. Which pens have you used and found to really be permanent??? I need advice!!
I also use Sakura Pigma Micron pens, in various sizes. However, Sakura's website says: "not recommended for fabrics intended to be washed" and advises to test them first. I haven't had any problems, though. It may depend on how the piece is washed??
I too use black Micron Pigma pens and set the ink with a hot iron. Then I wash it in the kitchen sink with a little Ivory liquid and warm water to be sure it won't fade or run and ruin my quilt. I blow it dry with the hair dryer, and iron it again. I've never had a problem with this method. Do Not use Sharpie pens; they will ruin your quilt! (Voice of Experience!) ---"Love"
I too use black Micron Pigma pens and set the ink with a hot iron. Then I wash it in the kitchen sink with a little Ivory liquid and warm water to be sure it won't fade or run and ruin my quilt. I blow it dry with the hair dryer, and iron it again. I've never had a problem with this method. Do Not use Sharpie pens; they will ruin your quilt! (Voice of Experience!) ---"Love"
I use Sakura Micron pens 05. I also use a HOT iron to set the ink on the label. The gel pens are the ones that smear the most.
ReplyDeleteI also use Sakura Pigma Micron pens, in various sizes. However, Sakura's website says: "not recommended for fabrics intended to be washed" and advises to test them first. I haven't had any problems, though. It may depend on how the piece is washed??
ReplyDeleteI only use the black Micron Pigma, and set with a hot iron.
ReplyDeleteYour little churn dash blocks are sweet, and I love the look of your Cheri P. sampler.
Love those little Churn Dash blocks!
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to beat mini Churn Dash blocks. I use the Micron Pigma and like Janet--I set it with a hot iron
ReplyDeleteI too use black Micron Pigma pens and set the ink with a hot iron. Then I wash it in the kitchen sink with a little Ivory liquid and warm water to be sure it won't fade or run and ruin my quilt. I blow it dry with the hair dryer, and iron it again. I've never had a problem with this method. Do Not use Sharpie pens; they will ruin your quilt! (Voice of Experience!) ---"Love"
ReplyDeleteI too use black Micron Pigma pens and set the ink with a hot iron. Then I wash it in the kitchen sink with a little Ivory liquid and warm water to be sure it won't fade or run and ruin my quilt. I blow it dry with the hair dryer, and iron it again. I've never had a problem with this method. Do Not use Sharpie pens; they will ruin your quilt! (Voice of Experience!) ---"Love"
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