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Expert: Angela - 3/2/2010


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How do you set the color in red aida cloth so it doesn't bleed?

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Hello, Laurie

I heard that if you create a solution of vinegar and water it'll help to set the color, but it doesn't set the fabric dye.  However, this product appears to be the best to use for setting fabric dyes:

http://www.pburch.net/dyeing/FAQ/settingdye.shtml

I hope that helps.  Good luck!

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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