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    Old 09-14-2011, 05:39 PM
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    I purchased a Pigma Micron pen for some signature blocks. I checked with the clerk at the store and she said I had the correct pen. After I got home, I noticed it says archival/suited for acid free environments. This sounds like a pen for paper!
    Am I correct, or is the clerk?
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    Old 09-14-2011, 05:43 PM
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    This is the same kind of pen I have at home. The only thing I have noticed is that is is very thin (tipped) but it works good for signature blocks.
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    Old 09-14-2011, 05:45 PM
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    Yes it works fine.
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    Old 09-14-2011, 05:46 PM
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    Both of you! For signature quilts or labels I use at least #5, and also use #8
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    Old 09-14-2011, 05:47 PM
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    why not a fabric marker?
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    Old 09-14-2011, 06:38 PM
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    Originally Posted by deelost
    why not a fabric marker?
    A fabric marker isn't intended to be permanent .... whereas you want permanent when it's signature blocks
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    Old 09-14-2011, 06:46 PM
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    That's the pens I use for signature blocks. Seems to work great.
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    Old 09-14-2011, 08:30 PM
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    thats the correct pen, its what I use for a permanent marker on quilts
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    Old 09-15-2011, 12:16 AM
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    Yup, you're both right. And it's good that it says it's archival because that means it'll be gentle on your fabric (no harsh chemicals that would eat the cotton).
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    There are different point sizes. I usually use an .05 for fabric marking.
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