Grrrr I am so mad!

[motoandnutty]

I wonder if a hot iron on the reverse would 'set' the ink, as you would with fabric paints and inks?
I have heard somewhere in the past of a product from Dylon that you put in the wash that acts as a 'magnet' for colour runs, that may be a solution to your spoiled items.
(Sorry I'm a bit fuzzy on the details - but Google may give some results.)
I hope you won't give up on trying to save the situation. (Perhaps give it a day before you try, so you are good and calm).
I think I will go and search out the Formula 409 that Cutiepie mentions. It sounds like the sort of product that no home should be without.

[sharong]

I have had permanent markers bleed and it is infuriating. I now use only pigma pens and an occational sharpie. The trick I have discovered it to launder everything with a Shout Color Catcher Sheet. They are miraculous. No more problems of any kind !

[sharong]

Another idea, I just thought of was when I was a nurse, I was forever getting black permanent marker on my uniforms, it can be removed with hairspray.

[animatedbecca]

Thanks for all the tips. Not sure which to try first. LOL!
Sharong, the Shout Color Catcher Sheet Ive never heard of! I assume it should be found with the Shout spray? And will it remove the ink now that its already been washed? Thats my fear is even hairspray wont help now that its been washed. Im afraid its set for life. The Christmas onesies are pretty bad and it would be easier just to redo them probably. The little onesie dress isnt too bad and I am most concerned with saving it since it has socks bow and bib all to match

[teddy_rn]

Originally Posted by sharong

Another idea, I just thought of was when I was a nurse, I was forever getting black permanent marker on my uniforms, it can be removed with hairspray.

Yes, I have done that too. DH had a black pen ruin one of his dress Air Force uniform shirt and I was able to soak the area in rubbing alchol and pull it all out! that shirt was $25 about 25 years ago and we sure could not afford to replace it!

My heart goes out to you!! I would be sick and have been on your behalf just reading about your disaster!

Have you seen a dealer/repair person about a fix on your baby or a good cleaning? I will pray that all goes well.

[wienerin]

Some fabric markers only become permanent after a fastening procedure; this can either be ironing with a hot iron, or need a special primer. And some are not working on artificial fibres (like polyester - which is the material the embroidery threads are made of). Did you carefully read the instruction sheet?

[Pennies_From_Heaven]

You can also try, I know this will sound funny but baby wipes remove lots of stains, so does cascade dishwasher detergent, you may have to soak it for a little while. I hope someones helpful hint will work for you.

[la_cole]

Originally Posted by Pennies_From_Heaven

You can also try, I know this will sound funny but baby wipes remove lots of stains, so does cascade dishwasher detergent, you may have to soak it for a little while. I hope someones helpful hint will work for you.

Be careful with dishwasher detergent. Many of them contain bleaching agents as disinfectants so may also bleach the fabric. I use Dawn Dishwashing liquid on many spots (especially oily ones) on clothing, but highly doubt that it would remove permanent marker. Another idea might be hydrogen peroxide--yup, the same stuff that's in your medicine cabinet. It's outstanding for removing protein stains like gravy or blood--also scorch marks from your white linens.

[watermelon]

Yikes! What a bummer for you! So sorry this happened to all your projects you work so hard on. Is it possible the thread is the culprit? I've had tread 'bleed' before in the wash.

[motoandnutty]

Originally Posted by Pennies_From_Heaven

You can also try, I know this will sound funny but baby wipes remove lots of stains.......................

This has reminded me of when my Grand-daughter was a toddler (with all the 'interesting' markings that she left all about their house on furniture walls and floor, not to mention people!) My son extolled the virtues of the 'miraculous baby wipe' to all who would stand there long enough to listen! He still has a handy box on standby - long after the 'baby' had need of wiping!