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EdMar rayon threads are
colorfast, meaning the color will not fade or change under normal
washing, handling, and exposure. This does not mean that they are
impervious to damage. Bleaches will bleach the thread, solvents,
acids, and alkaline substances will damage the thread and prolonged
exposure to sunlight may fade or change certain colors. With a little
care, your embroidery projects will last for generations with the
same brilliance and luster as it had on the day you finished it.
Although the threads are
colorfast, some colors are more prone to bleeding than others. This
is particularly true with the reds due to the large amount of dye
needed to color the thread. Bleeding occurs when excess dye is
released from the fiber and drawn onto the fabric. Excess dye is not
permanent and will wash out completely. To reduce the chances that
your embroidery will bleed, dry the piece promptly after washing. If
you find that colors have bled, emerse the article in hot water and
detergent for 30 minutes and then rinse in cold water until all of
the detergent is gone. Dry the article promptly to prevent the fabric
from wicking any excess dye from your embroidery.
The following method has
proven highly effective in cleaning and caring for embroidered
articles. If followed, it greatly reduces the chances of permanently
damaging your work.
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Wash completed embroidery only,
never the skeins by themselves or unfinished projects.
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Soak the embroidered article in
water and mild detergent for 15 to 30 minutes. Use detergents
recommended for colors and avoid bleaches.
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Rinse once and soak in water and
detergent again for at least two hours, but preferably overnight.
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Rinse several times in cold
water until all of the detergent is gone. To restore the sheen of the
thread, mix three tablespoons of white vinegar per quart of water in
the last rinse.
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Roll the embroidered article in
a towel and squeeze it without wringing. Standing on the rolled towel
is also very effective in removing the excess water from the
embroidery. Spread it out flat in the open, or in a stretching frame
to air dry. Never leave damp embroidery in the towel, folded, or
bunched together. Wet fabric wicks excess dye easily from embroidery
threads. Reduce the chances of bleeding by allowing the article to
dry promptly.
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Iron face down if necessary. You
may also machine wash, boil, or dry clean your embroidery if needed.
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In the event that the fabric is
stained or colors have bled, immerse the item in hot water and
detergent for at least 30 minutes and follow the rinsing steps.
Oxyclean is safe to use. Pay particular attention to your drying
technique to help prevent bleeding from occurring.
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Since no thread is 100%
colorfast in every circumstance, you should assure yourself by a
preliminary test of the threads suitability to its use. EdMar Co.
cannot be held accountable for any damage to any article incurred as
a result of the use of the thread or these washing instructions. |
