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by sewmom 18 Aug 2015 ( edited Nov 12'15 09:25 )
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I found this vinyl purse at the store and didn't notice the ink mark until I was at checkout. It rang up as $5 so I decided to keep it. I tried removing the stain with alcohol, hair spray, sunscreen, toothpaste, hand sanitizer gel, and Goo Gone to no avail. Any more thoughts or ideas? It came with a coin purse so maybe cut the coin purse up and patch it or make a pocket. I'm concerned about placement. It can be worn with or without the ends folded in.

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by sandralane 18 Aug 2015
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Something i would consider if i had bought this is, if there is a lining undo a small area where it won't be seen when stitching up the lining again. My suggestion is i would make a fsl maybe butterfly or something else you would like free standing, hand stitch on the out side over the mark. Or you could even hot glue some fsl item there over it to cover the damage. Hope that may help you out. GOOD LUCK . Sandra
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by carolpountney 18 Aug 2015
I agree a butterfly sounds good
by mandor64 18 Aug 2015
Eucalyptus Oil should get the pen mark off. Good Luck.
by sewmom 18 Aug 2015
Thanks for the idea!
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by michemb 18 Aug 2015
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I say cut the coin purse, embroider something pretty on it and add it as a pocket, use the second piece to add a second pocket and balancing the whole look. Could work and if not, you know that after a few uses, it will have other marks and it will look like a well used and loved handbag lol.
hugs
Michelle
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by sewmom 18 Aug 2015
I like the balance idea. Thank you.
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by mandor64 18 Aug 2015
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Eucalyptus Oil should take the pen stain off. Good Luck.
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by sewmom 18 Aug 2015
I didn't try that yet. Thanks for the suggestion. Where do you but it?
by killiecrankie 06 Sep 2015
In Australia it is on most supermarkets shelves with band aids & other first aid items.Over there maybe a pharmacy
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by basketkase 18 Aug 2015
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Sewmom........try one of those Mr Clean magic eraser sponges.....I keep one on hand and am amazed at what it removes........
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by sewmom 18 Aug 2015
Actually I think I did try that too. But I don't remember so I'll try again.
by brendalea 21 Aug 2015
Don't try the dollar store ones as they do nothing. Get the kitchen & bathroom Mr. Clean they work well on things. Or try the hand cleaner that guys use to remove grease after working on cars. I use it on some of his cloths to remove the grease.
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by mysew1325 18 Aug 2015
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did you try a baby wipe.. those are great for lots of things..
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by satinsewer 18 Aug 2015
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Tea Tree Oil or Nail polisher remover have taken off a few pen stains from my vinyl purse....use a cotton bud with a little added pressure. All the best.
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by graceandham 19 Aug 2015
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Hairspray, a few more tries. It comes off bit by bit.
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by dollygk 22 Aug 2015
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Try the product, Goo Gone, it works for many stains and glues!!
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by sewmom 23 Aug 2015
Tried it, didn't work. Thank you.
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by gwillmann 22 Aug 2015
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Cute purse. If you don't point it out, no one will notice the mark. That said, have you tried fingernail polish remover? Good luck.
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by sewmom 23 Aug 2015
Tried it, didn't work. Thank you.
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by theduchess 23 Aug 2015
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TRY Hand Sanitizer, strange but it works on a lot of stains.
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by muffy 24 Aug 2015
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They use Preparation H for ink of doll faces....might work :)
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by ctirish 25 Aug 2015
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I have used non-acetone nail polish remover to get many things out. Including a 3 ft stripe of hot pink nail polish across my beige carpet.
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by n2sewin 25 Aug 2015
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Try Baking Soda with water, toothpaste or white vinegar and water. Good luck! Ginny in Ft. Myers
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by suzeqc 25 Aug 2015
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cute purse--maybe you have tried denatured alcohol/paint thinner? that removes most ink and markers for me--
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by pldc 27 Aug 2015
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When my grand-daughter scribbled ink on her dolly I tried everything to get it off but the only thing I found that worked pretty good was OXY pimple cream. put a bit on the spot & leave out in the hot sun for a few hours & it faded considerably. Your spot looks much lighter then the ink on the dolls face so it would most likely only take one time to do it. Hope this helps ~hugs~
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by arisann 29 Aug 2015
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HI try ammonia mix with water. do test on bottom of purse. looks like a good purse...
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by cfidl 03 Sep 2015
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You probably already finished this, however I thought I would add my 2 cents worth. I was told and believe - do not use oils on vinyl they harden the material. Also the pocket can be anything - I like the clear vinyl with any fabric backing.
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by sewmom 05 Sep 2015
Thank you. I actually haven't worked on it yet but have already used it.
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by Sewmum1 06 Sep 2015
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Great bargain. If all else fails I am not sure what products you have over there but matching shoe or bag paint might be a good coverup and also be on hand should any future mishaps occur.
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by hibberts 06 Sep 2015
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Have you tried the mr clean magic eraser?
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by sewmom 06 Sep 2015
yes
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by killiecrankie 06 Sep 2015
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Have you tried a creme cleanser ,the type that you would use to clean the bath? Use to clean marks off a cream vinyl over night bag ,years ago,this way.
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by sewmom 06 Sep 2015
No I haven't tried that.
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by n2sewin 07 Sep 2015
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Try WD-40. It may work!
Ginny U.
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by sissibrode 12 Nov 2015
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Stain pen or ink Purge ink stains on the leatherette in passing: -a cotton soaked cleansing milk supplemented with a few drops of 70 ° alcohol or vinegar. Rub gently, renewing the dice that cotton will be dirty.
OR- A sponge impregnated with a bit of clay stone to which a few drops of white vinegar. Rub a long time and with circular movements, the ink-stained leatherette.
OR- Clean the stains with a cloth soaked in white spirit.
OR- Pass a cotton ball soaked with hair spray. Rinse the selected product with a cloth moistened with water.