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JanieW 09-17-2010 08:15 AM

I managed to get gum on my husband's quilt.

I have tried ice, warming it from the back with an iron, laundering it. I have managed to remove a lot of the gum, but it is still there.

Anyone have any ideas?

Thanks,
Janie

amma 09-17-2010 08:16 AM

Goo Gone works really well for removing gum from fabric :D:D:D

ruacajun2 09-17-2010 08:17 AM

My daughter got gum in her hair once and the babysitter recommended spraying "Shout" and I was able to get it all out . Maybe try that! I hope you find a solution and it comes out. :(

littlehud 09-17-2010 08:21 AM

I used peanut butter on the kids hair but that might stain the quilt.

Sadiemae 09-17-2010 08:27 AM


Originally Posted by amma
Goo Gone works really well for removing gum from fabric :D:D:D

I would do this also.

raptureready 09-17-2010 08:28 AM

If goo gone doesn't work you can try breaking down the gum with oil then use Goop to get the oil out. You might even have to use a little Goop to get the Goo Gone out. I usually do. Just rub a little in the oily spot and wash as usual.


I forgot to say that if you use oil, make it a light mineral oil, not cooking oil or car oil and only use it on the gum spot with a q-tip.

bjnicholson 09-17-2010 08:29 AM

Be sure and tell us what works. Is that a little optimistic?

pieces 09-17-2010 08:58 AM

I would keep using the ice, the idea is to get it really cold so the gum freezes and will pull right off.

dsb38327 09-17-2010 09:04 AM

? Gum sticks to gum. ?
Got another stick?

Minnesewta-sam 09-17-2010 10:55 AM

This may sound really dumb, but what about freezing the whole quilt instead of using ice. It can't get any colder than that...then you may be able to flake it off with a knife or similar tool.


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