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QuestionWhat is the best way to mark a garment?Shaelynn Haning is a Tailor & Business Owner based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Shaelynn is the founder of the highest-rated and most-reviewed alterations and tailoring service in Oklahoma, Tallgrass Tailor, employing a team of skilled craftsmen and women from across the country and the world. Shaelynn is a member of the State of Oklahoma Education Careers and Technologies Board and a member of both the Custom Tailors and Designers Association and the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals. She is the host of The Sew Show with Shae, an entertaining and educational sewing channel posting weekly videos on YouTube. Shaelynn earned her BS in Apparel Design and Product Development from Marist College.I suggest that you use something that can be removed by heat or water-soluble markers. Heat pens are the best way to mark a garment so that you don't get into the issue of having to clean marks from a permanent pen or chalk.
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QuestionThere are holes left after removing an old hem. What can I do?Community AnswerAfter you have removed the hem, wet the pant-leg where the holes are. Place a clean, dry handkerchief over the holes and steam the handkerchief. It should close them. If this is polyester or a blend of polyester, turn the fabric inside out, or the heat from the iron will melt the fabric and make it shiny. Be careful that the iron is not overheated when you press.
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QuestionWill borax take the color out of clothing?Community AnswerMost detergents can cause colors to fade over time, including borax. Limited applications, however, will not cause fading in most cases.
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QuestionIs that a cool iron?Community AnswerUse a clothes iron on a low or warm setting. Start with a lower setting to be safe (especially when handling delicate fabrics) and progress to a hotter setting if needed.
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