how do I get fusible off fabric
08-04-2010, 11:00 AM
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The glue can melt into and around the threads of the fabric if it is heated too hot or too often. Once that happens, I have never heard of a way to remove it. You may want to learn to 'tack fuse' pieces (a short, quick tap with just the nose of the iron) until you are sure you want them where you have them.
08-04-2010, 01:27 PM
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Contact the company that makes the fusible. They will be able to give you the best information on how to remove it. They spend big bucks on that sort of thing when they develop the material (whether or not the person you talk to knows the answer... you might have to be persistent and keep asking questions until you get to the correct department.)
08-04-2010, 07:00 PM
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I use Goo Gone a lot, but haven't tried it on fabric. This a commercial product that can be found in Walmart and it is wonderful for removing sticky residue, i.e., sales stickers. I would do a test on a scrap of fabric first.
08-04-2010, 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by damaquilts
I am making a fusible wall hanging and had to take a piece off but there is still glue on the background fabric. Is there any way to get it off without ruining the background. I tried heating it and laying another piece of fabric over it and ironing thinking the heat would transfer the glue to the scrap. didn't work. I don't want to put anything on the fabric if there is a chance it could be harmed. Just figured I would ask . I know I cannot be the only person this has happened to.
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08-05-2010, 03:17 AM
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Take a scrap of cotton and place it over you spot and iron gently...this may take two or three trys, but it usually works for me. I have tried goo-gone but I find it leaves a oil spot on most fabric. Good luck![/quote]
I tried that and it got some off. The eye is now back on and stitched in place. Lesson learned make sure everything is right before ironing. :-)
I tried that and it got some off. The eye is now back on and stitched in place. Lesson learned make sure everything is right before ironing. :-)
08-06-2010, 02:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Pam
Another thought. Design opportunity! Stick something else over it! Whatcha' got to loose?
Now no one has seen this yet because its not finished so you all are the first. Other than my daughter and Sherry(head of the dog part of the rescue) who came over yesterday to give shots to the puppies.
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