I learned to hand quilt in 1995, I was 15 and the quilt store in Memphis (don't remember it's name) sold pens to mark my quilt.
I would think everybody would know the secret but it seems to be a close kept secret.
So here it is. I'll be illustrating with twin pillows. One is still a UFO and will serve as before and one is finished and will serve as after.
BEFORE
AFTER
Doesn't that clean up nice!
So flash forward to now 2011, does this still work?
I tested blue,red, and green for you. I purchased them last fall from Staples.
As you can see you don't want to use blue....
No, not red either...
What where did Green go? It washes out with cold water a little soap and agitation.
So I know you want the dirt. Which pens am I talking about.
Paper Mate Flair Pens! You only want the GREEN ones. You can get them in a pack with the other colors or you can order just the green ones in a case. Most office supply stores have them but I can't seem to find them at Walmart these days...
As with any method test it first yourself on your own fabric. I will not be held responsible for any errors. I didn't iron them prior to washing them out so I don't know about that.
Have fun marking your quilts. This was the quilt I made when I was 15. And yes it was covered in green ink while quilted.
Love ya,
Jenn
