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Ada Shiela 11-21-2014 08:18 PM

In Australia we have "Sticky Stuff Remover" by Betterware Australia Pty Ltd "for removing sticky residue left by glue, adhesive tape, labels, tar, oil or chewing gum from glass, china, plastic, fabric or paintwork". Hope you can buy it in the US!

GrannieAnnie 11-21-2014 09:15 PM


Originally Posted by joysewer (Post 6977976)
This will sound strange but it's safe and worth a try. Peanut butter removes gum so it might remove tape residue. Also, ice will harden gum so that it can be scraped off so that is a safe try also.

You're right. Peanut butter is one of the best ever gum removers. Would be a darned sight easier to clean out of fabric than orange oil.

craftygater 11-22-2014 04:57 AM

Try Goof Off or Krud Cutter. Goof Off is made in several formula's. I spilled paint on a customers suede purse at work and used both to clean it off. All came off and did not damage the bag. I have used both on material many times with no issues. Still try it on a scrap piece first depending on your fabric.

coopah 11-22-2014 05:17 AM

NOT Goo Gone. No, no, no. Please don't use that on fabric! We used it on a carpet and it disintegrated the backing fabric. My recommendation is to read all these posts and try to figure out something less destructive.

misschris 11-22-2014 06:01 AM

GoofOff is what I use for everything sticky. It is easy on fabric. My son comes gets paint on his clothing often and I spray it, let it sit and wash it. I would test it on a scrap of fabric first be sure.

AZ Jane 11-22-2014 07:05 AM

Start with the least harsh and do not put into dryer. My first thought was Dawn. Not sure how much I would use in a washer without mountains of suds. Even alcohol in the wash.

imsewnso 11-22-2014 07:12 AM

I had this happen to me when I first started quilting. I used lighter fluid and that worked for me.

GailG 11-22-2014 07:18 AM


Originally Posted by QuiltE (Post 6977933)
How disappointing for your friend.
I am always so hesitant in dealing with any sorts of marks or stains ... so no help here.

She had the right idea ... just the wrong product.

You might want to tell your friend to use Painter's Tape the next time.
It is "safe" as it doesn't leave the residue behind that you get from masking tape.
I use it in oh so many ways in my sewing room.

I agree. I try to remove the tape as soon as I have completed the work around it. And I don't place it until I'm ready to stitch. Don't know if leaving it on for a long time would cause a problem.

jbj137 11-22-2014 11:11 AM

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*** I'm with DACO48
*** Lighter Fluid works wonders .
*** Rub it on the Spots and then Wash the regular way.
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jbj137 11-22-2014 11:16 AM

***
*** I'm with DACO48
*** Lighter Fluid works wonders .
*** Rub it on the Spots and then Wash the regular way.
***


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