How To Easily Remove Pencil Stains From Chantilly Lace
Chantilly lace is a delicate fabric that requires careful attention. Unfortunately, pencils can cause smudges and smears which look difficult to remove. If you’re dealing with a pencil stain on your beloved Chantilly lace, you don’t need to worry. We’ll teach you all the best methods of getting rid of those pesky pencil stains without ruining your fabric!
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Isabelle Trottier
What You’ll Need
Before you try to remove pencil stains from your Chantilly lace, you’ll want to gather all of the equipment you need. This includes:
- A clean, soft cloth
- Mild soap such as ivory or dish-washing soap
- Lukewarm water
- White vinegar
- Rubbing alcohol
- A flatiron
Step 1: Blot Stain
Once you have gathered all of your materials, start by taking a clean, soft cloth and blotting up any excess graphite. Do not rub the cloth back and forth to try and remove the stain, as this could make stain worse.
Step 2: Soak Lace
Next, create a soapy solution by mixing a few drops of mild soap (such as Ivory or dish-washing soap) into lukewarm water. Swirl the mixture around until it is well mixed, then soak the stained part of the lace for about 15 minutes. Afterward, rinse the lace with plain lukewarm water.
Step 3: Treat with Vinegar
If the stain persists after soaking and rinsing, take a clean cloth and dab it in some white vinegar. Gently dab the area with the stained cloth a few times until the stain fades away.
Step 4: Use Rubbing Alcohol
If the stain still doesn’t disappear, try using rubbing alcohol. Take a clean cloth and dampen it with the alcohol, then dab at stained area. Keep doing this until stain has been removed or faded significantly.
Step 5: Use a Flatiron
Finally, if none of the previous steps have worked, you can try using a flatiron. Set the flatiron to a low setting and press it up against the stained area for about 10 seconds. Make sure to move the flatiron in a circular motion to avoid melting the Chantilly lace.
And there you have it! With these five easy steps, you can easily remove pencil marks from your Chantilly lace without damaging the fabric.
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