Fabric Marking PENS & PENCILS - Which are BEST?
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Күн бұрынHello, Sewing Bees! Which one is the BEST? Today we are talking about Fabric Marking Pens & Pencils and I'm doing a countdown PLUS showing you how to use each one along with the pros and cons! I've got my favorites and you will see what I like and why it is the BEST!
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Dritz Mark B Gone amzn.to/3qAyqwA
Leonis Water Erasable amzn.to/3Nno3WC
Dritz Dual Purpose Mark B Gone amzn.to/3IHMuKR
Dritz Mark B Gone White amzn.to/3qAyqwA
Clover White Marking Fine Pen amzn.to/3usU5aV
Dritz Dual Purpose Disappearing Ink amzn.to/3Nmc9MB
Leonis Air Erasable Pen amzn.to/3Npfric
Clover Air Erasable Marker with Eraser amzn.to/36uw5fG
Frixion Pen amzn.to/3ILzCTQ
Frixion Highlighter amzn.to/3iFxPoU
Clover Water Soluble Pencils amzn.to/3NsYjbw
Sewline Ceramic:
White amzn.to/3qazVRL
Three colors amzn.to/3tY5Fux
Eraser amzn.to/3JJZZei
Refills amzn.to/35ZsWUU
Clover Chaco Liners amzn.to/3iAhUs1
Tailors Chalk amzn.to/3tG3DAc
Dritz Chalk cartridge set amzn.to/3iGgego
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@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 жыл бұрын
Hello! Just a fast note to say how much I enjoy the content on your channel. I have had a busy and crazy day in my sewing room but now I'm get to watch your video! I hope you have a happy Easter weekend ahead! Thank you for posting is video and your expertise.
@rjj2316 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for constructing and posting a thorough, unbiased, informative review, and links to all!
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. Please do share with your stitching friends.
@thefarawaycloud Жыл бұрын
this was so helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make this.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!! Please consider subscribing
@elisamilano2153 2 жыл бұрын
Well done video. Very informative and helpful. Thanks so much for these videos. They take time and I know you are very busy!!!
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed ❤️❤️❤️
@lizm4557 2 жыл бұрын
Great informational video. Thank you so much for the various testing demos!
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome. Glad it was helpful!
@HoneySparkles2 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!! So many to choose from, and your test was SO important and informative. AWESOME :)
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome!!
@diannepage8115 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative demo with the markers. I have used several of these. I don't use them as much as I used to use them, but I have a Fons and Porter Pen with colored chalk types that are interchangeable and I really like it, but the Dritz water type erasers are the easiest to find in my area in a pinch. I also use a towel or cloth behind the marking when I use water as it helps absorb any of the marking residue that may leak from the back...can be very helpful when working with certain fabrics. Great Job again, Sookie...Keep up the great video work...
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip on the towel behind :) glad you enjoyed
@SharonSews 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Sue! I haven’t tried all of these that you highlighted, perhaps because my sewing is mostly focused on garments. I really like the chalk rollers, I have found the yellow is the hardest to remove. I like the Chakoner, which is similar. It has a different shape, it still has the little wheel on the bottom to mark the line. And the top of it has a little plastic brush to help brush away the chalk. For tailors chalk, are used the waxed tailors chalk, that can be erased with heat. It rarely leaves a mark.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
I used to use the wax ones too but then once accidentally marked it on a poly blend and that wax never left, have you found that to be an issue ?
@MrsMika 2 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate this video. I am new to sewing and the choices available for the various gear is a bit overwhelming. This video helped me to pick which marking pens I would like to put in my tool kit. Thank you so much!
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome. Glad it has helped!!
@Silver_Threads_Sewing 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information. I have a couple of the items you’ve tested… and some I have wondered about! Great comparison.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@paularhodarmer3267 2 жыл бұрын
I have found the Dritz markers that you take off with water work best for me. On dark colors, I have to be careful but use chalk or soap sliver.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
It’s great when you discover what works best!!
@nancypollard4531 2 жыл бұрын
I have learned not to trust frixon pens. I love the crayola ultra washable markers and the clover water erasable marker as well as the styla water erasing pen. I also use a chaco marker. I have found that the white always brushes off. The yellow not so much.
@lynetterene Жыл бұрын
I'm still trying to find my favorite. I really need one when I'm marking the marks on my pattern to my fabric. Thanks for sharing this Sookie 😊
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome. I tend to use the purple air erasing the most or frixion :)
@paulascott7532 2 жыл бұрын
I love Crayola ultra fine washable markers. They are cheap, effective, and easily wash away........perfect for washable garments!
@DiannaAtherton 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the suggestion. I just ordered a box. Makes sense
@ScentimentalButterfly 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip. Do they disappear with just water and a cotton swab (as demonstrated in this video), or does it need soap and water to remove from fabrics?
@SookieSews 5 ай бұрын
@ScentimentalButterfly however I showed it demoed is exactly how I do it in real life and also following the manufacturer instructions. However sometimes I’ll lick my finger tips and dab off the wash away. But that’s gross to show 😆
@ScentimentalButterfly 5 ай бұрын
@@SookieSews thank you for your reply. I'm sorry...I thought I was asking one of the other commenters about the Crayola washable markers that they mentioned that they use. My mistake! But I did find your video very helpful. Thank you for making it! Would you happen to know about the Crayola washable markers for this purpose and if they would be removed with just water like you demonstrated or if it would need soap to remove?
@SookieSews 5 ай бұрын
Oh no worries@@ScentimentalButterfly it can be hard to know who is talking to who and since I see all the comments I always just assume the questions are directed to me :) I have not tried those type of markers, but I'd sure be interested in giving it a try
@bunniegrant698 2 жыл бұрын
Great information. I use Dritz erasing pens & taylor's chalk.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bunnie!
@lisaaronin7606 2 жыл бұрын
I love the Dritz disappearing pen, and I was literally using it 5 minutes ago and complaining that the cap won't stay on the end of the pen. But they work great and so easy to get rid of the marks.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
YES!! I'm glad I'm not the only one. That drives me nuts but you are right, they work great.
@aleishacollins6759 4 ай бұрын
EXCELLENT video!! Thank you
@SookieSews 4 ай бұрын
You are welcome!
@debraholmes6290 2 жыл бұрын
Sue, Thank You for doing this comparison! So helpful!! I really do like using Frixion pens ( Magic!) & Chaco markers.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome. Glad it’s helpful :)
@SueD. 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative. I have really only used the Frixion pens and it does come back sometimes since I am in a colder climate.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed! Yeah that Frixion pen can be a reoccurring visitor :)
@mcmccoy1184 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comparisons - including how they erase. It can be confusing sometimes.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
So glad it was helpful!
@maryannesenko417 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video!
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome
@cherrykuromi6175 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for the video! I like to use the heat erase pen on fabric, as it is fine and easy to get from office supplies shop, but I am not able to mark it on dark color fabric.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
That's a great idea!
@jennybarbanera4105 2 жыл бұрын
Very good information here. Just wanted to comment that I have used a white heat erasable pen on dark fabric, and it left a ghost mark that was virtually impossible to remove. Next time I'll stick to a soap sliver in that situation. I'm also in Florida, so the heat erasable generally works for me, just not in white.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Our lovely humidity here in FL sure can mess with our markings can’t they. Love that you use the soap too. I might include that on a hack video soon :)
@charlottemcranie7672 Жыл бұрын
I only use Frixion pens in areas that won’t show in the finished quilt - eg in the seam allowance or to mark sewing lines. They can leave ghost marks after removal on dark fabrics. I LOVE the ceramic pencils and use those often in my hand applique and hand quilting. For marking hand quilting I alternate between using the water erasable markers and an art pencil - Verithin silver pencil, which makes a much lighter and easily removable line on light fabrics. I was taught by my hand quilting teacher (who learned this the hard way) that anything marked with water erasable pens should not be left in the hot sun or a hot car because heat will set the markings!
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
Excellent tips
@walkbyfaith2874 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I really like frixon and the dritz pens. Thanks for the review
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
That you for taking the time to leave a comment :)
@lorim5059 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I have found the heat pen marks initially disappear (I'm in dry California), but within hours or days, a gray residual line returns. Even after re-ironing, there was a residual shadow. I have tried Nonce pencils and the washable blue pen. I have horror stories where, despite trying both on the fabric, they did not disappear completely - the Nonce white on red fabric, and the blue on white fabric! Large quilts ruined...I'm still looking for the perfect marking implement! Oh, and regular pencil used on Golden Thread paper for "stencils" can transfer onto the fabric below when you sew on the line! I am hoping other quilters have had better luck.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
You are welcome
@Bandaid17 5 ай бұрын
I tried out the Chaco and had a hard time making a line on fabric especially knits. Went back to the Dritz water soluble but need a decent sub for black fabric especially knits.
@SookieSews 5 ай бұрын
Can’t argue when something just works. I’m trying another new method I just discovered so await a new video
@deewinston5651 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!!
@sherriwolters5306 2 жыл бұрын
I have the sewing triple, pink, white and regular pencil, I have always been unhappy with it, impossible to refill, after watching you I will try again, but do love my friction pens and my quilters select erase pen, but it dissappear a little to fast
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Hope it does help you get refilled. I’ve been using Mechanical pencils almost all my life so it has the same feel to it, just have some patience with it and try it again. But yeah I’m not super happy with the removal of those marks from the triple pencil. Thanks so much for leaving a comment
@sonyiadski 2 жыл бұрын
Finally got to watch this video and love seeing all the marking items. The only one I have used is the dritz mark be gone. I bought the white mark be gone and I can not get it to work at all ever. I even marked and waited a while after watching your video and I still can not see it. 🙃 thank you again for the video.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!! I wonder if that white pen has dried out ?
@sonyiadski 2 жыл бұрын
@@SookieSews I hope not, it is about a month old. It looks like it is marking but nothing shows.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
That is strange. You know how some “pens” need some shaking? Like regular ballpoint pens?! This might be the case here too.
@barbarapatow.alexandra.charlie Ай бұрын
Is there a removable marking pen that can be used on metallic fabric?
@solarwinds- 7 ай бұрын
I want to buy the Clover white chalk marker but lately the reviews I've read complain that it doesn't last out side one project, such as sewing a pair of jeans. Now this video was made a year ago so I'm wondering if since then Clover has gone the way of so many manufacturers and reduced the amount of product you get in a single purchase. Plus Clover's prices are NOT CHEAP. Too dear for just one use. What have you experienced recently in 2023? Really appreciate the feedback. thanks
@SookieSews 5 ай бұрын
I just made a new video that will be about sewing a pillow and tried four different types of marking tools. I find that it's nice to have a variety on hand, but they don't have to the most expensive, since usually they are all made by the same ppl. Find what works and if it doesn't try new options.
@mistyroses6563 Жыл бұрын
I am wanting to use the Mark-B-Gone on some cross stitch fabric. This is the only brand I can find in a store here. Has anyone used it on theirs, since it would be on this fabric for probably a yr as big as this project is. Does it still come out well after being in so long? I would be sink washing or putting in my washing machine. Thanks for any help you can give :)
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
What a great question. Since I think it will depend on your climate it might be hard for me to answer with all certainty. I’m in warm humid climate and it’s hard to keep wash away on for very long since it will come off. What about Frixion (heat away).
@mistyroses6563 Жыл бұрын
@@SookieSews Thx for the help :). I think I would have the same problem with the Frixion pen lol. It is not that humid here usually but it gets over 100 F in my craft area in the summer pretty regularly.
@kathymarlowe2164 2 жыл бұрын
I have removed frixion marks with heat and had a whitish “ghost” line appear later. The company that makes frixion has stated that it is not recommended for fabric due to the chemicals used to create the ink. If I use them it’s always on the inside where it won’t matter if it comes back.
@lisaaronin7606 2 жыл бұрын
This!! It will kind of bleach the color out of dark fabrics. I discovered this when I was marking a shirt for embroidery and it left a white x smack dab in the middle of the shirt.
@SookieSews 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, ya gotta be careful. How disappointed you must have been.
@carolynpeters3337 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Is there a trick to getting the sewline pencils to leave a mark? It doesn't mark at all. I love the Clover Chaco liner.
@carolynpeters3337 Жыл бұрын
I went to Sewline's website and after watching the 3 pen videos, and still not getting promised results, the answer was in "Tips & Tricks". Does not work on ironed fabric. Would have been good to know on the package instructions.
@SookieSews 10 ай бұрын
Keep watching I show how to remove all the pens shown
@t.e.1189 6 ай бұрын
Hi Sookie. I am not one who sews, but I found your video very informative. I watched your video because as a finish carpenter who often installs kitchen cabinets I need a white colored pencil to mark dark colored stained (or painted) moldings to length. I am leaning towards the Sewline ceramic white pencil. I need something that is thin, crisp, easily to see (failing eyes), fast (no time for removing & replacing caps or sharpening all the time) and will write on prefinished wood, which can sometimes be a little slick depending on the quality of finish applied at the factory. I generally make a 1/4" tick mark where I need to cut. Will the Sewline ceramic write on wood that is finished? Or maybe the chalk pencils but they would need to be sharpened all the time. Any input from you (or anyone else reading this) might have, will be most helpful and appreciated.
@SookieSews 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for stopping by. Such an interesting thought. And I’m gonna have to say I’d probably try the air erasing out of curiosity first, so I might test this out myself, but chalk too. Let me do some experimenting and get back and please do the same.
@t.e.1189 6 ай бұрын
@@SookieSews Thank you I appreciate it. All I have currently is a white color pencil with hard lead the I recently got from the art department at Hobby Lobby. They didn't have the Sewline ceramic pencil in the sewing department. The artist pencil does work, but needs the sharpening all the time. Does the Air erasing pens come in white? I never heard of them before. The one with the bad fitting cap is a definite no for me. It will get lost on the job and dry out in no time. Maybe one of the other two would work.
@SookieSews 6 ай бұрын
@t.e.1189 I tested the air erasing pen on wood and it’s ok but not a fine line. I think the ceramic would be best, clean line and lots of colors. If you look in the description you’ll find links to guy them on line. Good luck.
@t.e.1189 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Sookie. I went ahead & order a Ceramic pencil by Dritz. It also takes the .9mm leads. I'm suppose to get it today. I start a kitchen Tuesday with black cabinets. I guess I'll find out this week if it works.@@SookieSews
@SookieSews 6 ай бұрын
@t.e.1189 look forward to hearing what you’ve discovered!!
@cynthiafiloromo1432 Ай бұрын
I see people using a marker all the time but I found a fabric marker that didn’t wash out. Even with spray and wash. Wasn’t marked permanent either. Have you ever tried those kids markers that are supposed to wash out?
@SookieSews 27 күн бұрын
I have. Included in a more recent “hack” video. They do coke out of cotton but with very HOT water. Is still test everything
@MagicMikeBilliards Жыл бұрын
I want the best one that I can wipe off the easiest with my hand. I will be marking on cloth pool tables for teaching specific shots. Which one do you recommend the best for that?
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
I think the Clover Chaco Liners might be your best bet. Watch right at this min marker. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNl2rddnp62cpZc.html
@MagicMikeBilliards Жыл бұрын
Would you recommend that one over Madam sew chalk marker?
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
@@MagicMikeBilliards I believe Madam Sews chalk marker is manufactured by Clover and private labeled - meaning it's the same thing. But I'm not 100% sure
@MagicMikeBilliards Жыл бұрын
@@SookieSews Okay cool! Sounds good to me. Thank you for the help! ✅
@friendoflife2416 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! My daughter just gave me a 4 layer prom dress to alter by this coming Saturday!!! She told me to just cut off the bottom, 3 layers of sheer and 1 of satin and don't worry about hemming it. Lol- my granddaughter has no idea how compkicated it is. But thanks to your video and the comments, at least I know to use the right marking tool. I do have a rotary cutter, thank God!
@jennymacbride4800 3 ай бұрын
I’m after ones that don’t wash off. Can you help please? On wool felt x
@SookieSews 3 ай бұрын
If you don’t want it to wash out then use a thin ball point pen. I’d avoid anything felt tip as it will want to spread or bleed
@jennymacbride4800 3 ай бұрын
@@SookieSews thank you. Do you know any pencils that would work. Instead of pens for a more faded sort of look x
@SookieSews 3 ай бұрын
@@jennymacbride4800 I think I would just try to test various ones since I can't entirely speak to wool felt, but I'd try one of the clay ones here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNl2rddnp62cpZc.htmlsi=hqu-yFLn20tuvLCt&t=782
@Everyoneisanartist776 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful demonstrations, thank you. I find I like the Frixion pens, over the the other options, the most. However, I’ve had several occasions where the markings, would not disappear, no matter how much heat I applied to the marking. That’s why I’m watching your channel, hoping to find a substitution. Having marks not disperse is a stressor for me. It seems like the air pens might provide the best service. Thanks again for your pen review. 🙏🏾
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
I’d say the air error ones for my climate are the best option. Like I mentioned, in the video, sometimes they disappear a little too fast. And not sound like a broken record, but always test on a small spot that’s not noticeable. Yeah, those friction pens are pretty awesome until they don’t work, I learned that the hard way. I hope you do find some value in the video and please consider subscribing to my channel if you are not already doing so
@arlenekufchock1394 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for review. For laser hair removal, which of these would double task as easily marking my skin in sections? Cheers.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
Wow I’ve got no idea since this is all for fabric but I’m sure their are many uses
@arlenekufchock1394 Жыл бұрын
@@SookieSews Thanks for reply! Since you have so many types on hand, would you be able to test on your own skin and just say which ones happen to easily show on dry skin for 10 minutes before fading? which easily show on dry skin for 1 minute before fading? Which ones don't show on dry skin at all?
@arlenekufchock1394 Жыл бұрын
You could post the marking of your skin as accidental in the course of actual sewing work, so as not to stray from the intended use of the pens and pencils of your sewing audience.
@SookieSews Жыл бұрын
I’m not going to be able to do that any time soon but if I had to guess it would be the water soluble one
@arlenekufchock1394 Жыл бұрын
@@SookieSews I just found that Ulta sells an Essence Kajal white eyeliner for $1.99 no problem. I was just hoping to eliminate multiple use items in my house, and knew you had about 8 on hand to try.
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