Another Question about SU! Classic Ink

[PSUKim05]

Hi all! Hope everyone is enjoying their 2010 so far!!

I have read in numerous places that SU! Classic Ink will fade over time; however, I've never seen a definition of what "over time" is. Does anyone have more details on how long it takes for the classic/dye ink to fade?

I ask because I am going to be using SU!'s classic ink on some things (favors, centerpieces, etc.) for my wedding in March 2011, and would like to get started now, but would be *extremely* upset if they were faded when it comes time to display them at my wedding!! I understand things like light/direct sunlight will speed up the fading process, so I would store things in some sort of box/container that is not clear.

Thank you in advance!!!

[blondie090277]

Hi Kim

I always use SU classic inks (and have for over 2 years) and I have never had them fade. If they do, I'm sure it would be because of prolonged sun exposure for abnormal amounts of time. I *think* that you would be fine, but that said...I haven't been one of the people to have any problems ;)

[KFontin]

I have had cardstock fade that I left out in direct sunlight so I think if you are putting things away that will be good. I might say that the Soft Subtles would have the greatest chance of fading a little since they are so light to begin with. Otherwise, I can't say I have noticed fading on my projects.

[abange58]

Kim,

I think the "fade over time" is more a reference to scrapbooking where someone might want to create scrapbooks to hand down to their children and want to last for a long time. I have been using SU inks for 7 years now. Most of the items I have made over the last 7 years are still in great condition. I have had some fading on papers/inks that were left in direct sunlight, but nothing otherwise.

[PSUKim05]

Thank you all for your quick responses and insight! I'm not using any colors from the Soft Subtles family, so it sounds like I'll be just fine getting a head start now!