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Expert: Angela - 12/2/2009


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Hi,
I am working on a table topper.  It is damask fabric.  I had to take out about 7 stitches of dk red.  It has left a red shade in that area.  How can I safely get rid of this.  
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Hello, Starr

I'm guessing that when you pulled the red thread out of the damask fabric, it has left the red thread fibers behind, correct?  If so, simply use a pair of tweezers to pull them away from the fabric.  Continue to do so until all of the red fibers have been removed.  You should have a clean looking fabric. :)

I hope that helps. :)  Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

Sincerely,

Angela :)

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I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)

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