Sticky Residue on Fat Quarters - Help!

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06-17-2011, 06:12 PM

lovelyl

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I found several fat quarters in my stash that still had the price stickers on them. When I removed the stickers, it left a sticky residue on the fabric. Any ideas how to remove it? Will just washing the FQ remove it? :oops:

06-17-2011, 06:25 PM

jacee kay

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I think I used goo gone to remove it from some of mine.
I had to wash them after getting it off tho.

06-17-2011, 06:28 PM

knlsmith

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When I 1st started quilting I bought FQ's at Joanns like crazy. Had the same problem. After you're done it all washes out. Just annoying til then.

06-17-2011, 06:29 PM

jayelee

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Use an alcohol wipe let sit short while residue should rub off completely smell of alcohol will disapate while drying

06-17-2011, 06:38 PM

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thanks for the great tip

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Originally Posted by jayelee

Use an alcohol wipe let sit short while residue should rub off completely smell of alcohol will disapate while drying

06-17-2011, 07:09 PM

alikat110

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I have a few also, thanks for this post, and the tips!!!

06-17-2011, 08:09 PM

Pinkiris

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Goo-gone is a bit oily, so be careful with it! I think it is mainly meant for glass and plastics. It might stain your fabric and make a worse problem. I would just try soaking the pieces and scraping with my fingernail or a soft brush.

Sue