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    Old 08-04-2010, 07:38 PM
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    I only use Pigmas, all others I have tried just don't hold up as well.
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    Old 08-04-2010, 07:48 PM
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    Originally Posted by Ellis' Granny B
    I just purchased a 12 pack of fine point Sharpie permanent markers of assorted colors. I wanted to create fancy labels as well as use for drawing embroidery patterns. I am not sure about the acid issue, but hey write really write on fabric beautifully.
    I have found that sharpies bleed alot. Even before washing! Sorry.
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    Old 08-04-2010, 11:30 PM
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    I went to a doll making workshop and Pigma was what they recommended as they do not bleed. I was wondering about heat setting them does anyone know?

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    Old 08-05-2010, 06:29 AM
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    Originally Posted by Ellis' Granny B
    I just purchased a 12 pack of fine point Sharpie permanent markers of assorted colors. I wanted to create fancy labels as well as use for drawing embroidery patterns. I am not sure about the acid issue, but hey write really write on fabric beautifully.
    I have them too. They had them on sale at WalMart for $3 for a pkg of 6 diferent colors and pkgs of 2 of the same color for $1. Stocked up!!!! I also have the Zig markers and like them too.

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    Old 08-05-2010, 06:38 AM
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    Yep the Pigma Pens for me as well.
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