Will a permanent sharpie work for writing on labels?

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04-28-2016, 08:14 AM

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Dina

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Originally Posted by AudreyB

I have some fabric markers. Come over and I'll loan you some.

Okay, I will. Thanks, Sis.

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04-28-2016, 08:15 AM

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Thanks everyone for convincing me not to take a chance on using a Sharpie.

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04-28-2016, 08:16 AM

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I tried a Sharpie once, it was not working as it bled a lot onto the label I was trying to make, so I went back to my trusty Micron Pigma pens, as they stand the test of time.

04-28-2016, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by nycquilter

Also Crayola crayons are permanent after heat setting.

Just be sure to use the regular crayons. I've seen washable crayons come out partway & Ultra Clean come out completely in the wash even after ironing.

04-28-2016, 10:35 AM

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You have to get the really thin ones that bleed less. You can usually find the at joann's and hobbylobby

04-28-2016, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by littlebitoheaven

I may be wrong and I hope that someone on the Board will say so if I am but I believe that the problem with Sharpies is that they are not acid free. Aside from bleeding, this could be a problem after several washings and use.

I have found that they also fade really quick with washing.

04-28-2016, 12:31 PM

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carolynjo

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I fuse my label to freezer paper to make a stiffer surface and then, as others have said, use micron .05 pens and heat set them. They will last if you follow the directions..

04-28-2016, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by quilttiger

Recently I came across a link to a blog which tried out different fabric marker brands. Sorry, I did not bookmark the blog, but the brand, Nano-liner, was determined to be the winner. Hobby Lobby carries it. I haven't used it yet.

That was my blog, Quilttiger. Unfortunately, I'm not allowed to post it here