Fray Stop
While doing some raw edge applique on a panel where the edges were going to be left uncovered for a little rough and worn look, some of the fabric was fraying just a bit too much.
I used a product called Hi Tack Fray Stopper. It says permanent, washable and dries clear so I tried it. Seemed ok at first - it dried clear, but when it came to washing (cold water rinse) to remove marking lines and general grubbiness due to handling the Hi Tack turned white! It eventually dried clear but it doesn't seem to be doing the job at preventing fraying as it did before washing. The Hi Tack was fully dried and heat set before washing.
Can anyone recommend another product that might work better in the future. Believe me there were lots of tears and swearing when I saw that white, sticky mess. It doesn't show now but I would like to avoid this situation again.
Many thanks
HettyB