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Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Circa 2016 and trouble with pens

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!!

7 comments:

  1. 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.

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  2. 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??

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  3. I only use the black Micron Pigma, and set with a hot iron.
    Your little churn dash blocks are sweet, and I love the look of your Cheri P. sampler.

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  4. Love those little Churn Dash blocks!

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  5. It's hard to beat mini Churn Dash blocks. I use the Micron Pigma and like Janet--I set it with a hot iron

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  6. 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"

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  7. 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"

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