How to Remove Pencil Stains from Carrickmacross Lace
Carrickmacross lace is a delicate handmade embroidery technique that can easily be stained or damaged by pencil marks. Keeping your lace clean and fingerprint-free is important to maintain its beauty and value. This guide will explain how to safely clean pencil stains from your Carrickmacross lace.
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Peter Blackwood
Materials Needed
- Soft cloth
- Distilled water
- Mild soap
- Cotton swabs
- Towel
Steps
- Start by gently brushing away any dried graphite with a soft cloth such as microfiber.
- Mix a solution of 1 teaspoon of mild soap with 1 cup of distilled water. Make sure the soap is pH neutral so it won’t discolor the thread or fabric.
- Soak a clean cloth in the soapy water, then wring it out slightly before wiping away the pencil stain from the lace.
- Once you have removed as much of the stain as possible, rinse the affected area with fresh distilled water to remove any remaining soap residue.
- Use a cotton swab dipped in fresh water to dab at any remaining stains. Make sure the swab is damp, not wet, to avoid saturating the fabric.
- Pat the area dry with a clean towel, then allow the lace to air dry completely before using again.
Tips
- Make sure to test any solution or cleaning product on an inconspicuous area of the lace before using it on the stain.
- Do not rub the lace too hard when cleaning to avoid damaging the thread or fabric.
- Always air dry your lace after cleaning to avoid any damage to the delicate fabric.
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