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Non-color-fast thread
Sun, Jul 27, 2014 9:11 PM
Posted by Bonnee
How can I get the wrinkles out of evenweave when one of the colors is not color-fast(crescent colours). There are 3 large motifs to the piece, each one a separate color. I can't wash the piece, obviously. Can I use a steam iron? A damp towel over the peice when ironing? Anyone with experience with my conundrum?
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    Reply from Maria S
    Monday, July 28, 2014 10:36 AM
    Recently I finished a large L&L sampler. It used dark shades of Wildflowers from Caron that are not washable. I stitch in hand and the one side was a bit wrinkled. What I did do was dampened a press cloth and with a dry iron, I pressed the outside borders. Kept away from the stitching. It's been framed now and it looks good. Hope this small hint may be of help Go to top
    • Reply from NANCYE G
      Monday, July 28, 2014 5:15 PM
      Just wondering. I have never used those threads. Can't you pre-wash them before you start the project? Go to top
  • Reply from JeanFarish
    Monday, July 28, 2014 8:47 PM
    I am wondering if you could first soak the piece in a vinegar/water solution to make it color fast and then wash it in a mild soap. Before you try this, soak each fiber color in vinegar/water, let it dry and then test it for color fastness. If they all pass the test, you should be fine. (Use 1 part vinegar to three parts water.) Go to top
  • Reply from Maria S
    Tuesday, July 29, 2014 6:55 AM
    Also, the quilters have a number of products they use when they wash quilts to keep colours from running. I think one is called something like "Retain". Check with a quilt shop for more info. Go to top