Forgot to say I usually use a black pen, but the test was done with blue. Could that make a difference?

beverly

I think the Best Press prevented the ink from absorbing into the muslin fibers. In other words, the ink was sitting on the layer of starch. Test without the Best Press.

Did a test, and it bled as I was writing on the fabric. May just have to do it all in black.

beverly

If I had that problem, I'd contact the Pigma Pen company and tell them about your problems. They need to know that their products aren't as advertised and should send you some replacement pens. Or at least, they should work on those colored pens to make sure they are permanent as they say.

I realize that doing this and getting feedback might take longer than you have right now. Good luck on your quilt label. BTW, your tree quilt is beautiful and I love Sylacausa Bill!

Beverly,
I have always used Pigma pens too and I have never had a problem.

I have a set that is getting pretty old - I'll do a test this afternoon and see if any of the colors bleed.
Rosa

Thanks, Rosa. My colors are at least 6 years old. The black are new. I'm thinking that may be part of the problem.

beverly