[Can't get chalk out]

Heavy sigh of relief! I love happy endings!

PS: I learned about the baking soda/water trick from my MQS class with Kim Brunner. She says if you use chalk (or any marking pen, pencil) to use it sparingly-very light touches with the chalk and pen - just enough to see a wee bit of registration line to reference.

[Can't get chalk out]

Can I ask a silly question?

Why do manufacturers sell this brand yellow pencil if it does not come out and is not easily removed from fabric? Why would one sell it then? Seems scary to me! Especially people like Mary Lou who\'s trying to do her job...

[Can't get chalk out]

What is the brand name of this chalk? That might help with solutions.

Try a solution of baking soda and water and let it fizz... maybe brush it VERY gently with a soft bristled brush or cloth?

[Several loops on back - why]

Thread net? I think this would help regulate the thread coming off the spool or cone and might solve the problem. It\'s little things like this that make a big difference! Give it a try.

PS: I would think something not too tight. A tight thread net would be counterproductive. I am going to cut a few chunks off my panty hose and use that as a thread net. Inexpensive, too!