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If crayon stains have become set by the heat of the dryer, some may be impossible to remove. Also, if crayon marks are on the dryer drum, dry a load of rags at the highest heat setting to remove any crayon residue. For a few spots of crayon on clothing, scrape off as much crayon as possible with a dull knife. Sponge the spots with a dry cleaning solvent such as K2R, Energine or Carbona. Then lubricate the stain with mineral oil. Next flush with dry cleaning solvent. The solvent and mineral oil steps may be repeated as long as the stain is being removed. It may be necessary to work a solution of 1/2 teaspoon mild dish detergent, a few drops of household ammonia and 1/2 cup water into the stain. Then flush with water. If color from the crayon remains, sponge with rubbing alcohol. For a washer load of clothing with crayon stain, rewash the load in hot water with 1 cup of Lestoil, Top Job or Mr Clean. Be sure to re-wash with laundry detergent and rinse well. If the fabric can not tolerate hot water, or if this treatment does not work, take the clothes to a Do-It-Yourself dry cleaners, or have the clothes dry cleaned professionally. Before any stain removal process is started, you must remember that every stain removal method is not suitable for every fabric. Be sure to test each stain removal product in an inconspicuous spot such as a seam allowance. Cornell
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