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04/29/2026

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04/29/2026

04/29/2026

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04/29/2026

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04/19/2026

Why do I love what I do?
Moments like this.

After completing his first cohort, he shared a simple but powerful goal; to create clothing for his grandchildren. He signed up for the advanced cohort and brought that vision to life.

This is what purpose looks like.
This is RP Couture.

04/19/2026

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04/10/2026

RP Couture partners with organizations to deliver transformative, hands-on sewing and fashion entrepreneurship cohorts that equip youth and adults with real, income-generating skills.

Visit www.rpcouture.org to learn more, view program offerings, or schedule a consultation to bring a cohort to your organization. Couture

03/08/2026

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12/16/2025

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12/16/2025

Sew What’s New?

Welcome to our monthly sewing tips column! Whether you're a youth or an adult stepping into the world of sewing, this collection is designed just for you. Our goal is to build your confidence, spark your creativity, and equip you with beginner-friendly techniques that will have you creating stylish items from simple shapes.

Plus, we'll incorporate some repurposing ideas to promote sustainability. Each month will feature a simple project idea, troubleshooting advice, and a motivational message.

12/11/2025

How To Remove Ink Stains From a Polyester Button-up. Spraying rubbing alcohol on an ink stain helps dissolve and lift the ink from fabric, making it an effective solvent for both oil and water-based inks, but you must blot, not rub, work from the edges in, rinse thoroughly with cold water, and repeat as needed, always testing on an inconspicuous spot first to ensure it doesn’t damage colored dyes or delicate fibers like silk or acetate.
What happens:
Ink dissolves: The alcohol breaks down the ink’s components, releasing it from the fabric fibers.
Stain lifts: As it
dissolves, the ink transfers onto a paper towel or cloth you’re blotting with, often spreading slightly at first.
Potential color lift:
Alcohol can pull some fabric dyes out, so always test first on a hidden area (like an inside seam) to check for discoloration.
How to do it:
Prepare: Lay the garment flat with paper towels underneath the stain.
Apply: Spray or dab rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) onto the stain with a clean cloth or cotton ball.
Blot: Gently blot from the outside edge toward the center to prevent spreading.
Repeat: Continue until the ink stops transferring to your cloth.
Rinse & Wash: Rinse the area with cold water, then launder the garment as usual, (lused a glycerin soap) but air-dry to check if the stain is gone, as heat sets stains.
Repeat if needed: If the stain persists, repeat the process before drying.
Important considerations:
Test first: Essential for colored clothes; check for dye loss on an inside seam.
Avoid heat: Never put it in the dryer until the stain is completely gone.
Delicates: Avoid using on silk, wool, acetate, or acrylic without significant dilution and testing.
Using glycerin soap on an ink
stain helps by acting as a solvent, loosening the ink from fabric fibers, especially with older, dried stains, often mixed with a bit of detergent or dish soap, then gently dabbing and letting it sit before rinsing and washing as normal. Glycerin penetrates and “lubricates” the ink particles, loosening their bond with the fabric. It’s particularly good for making stubborn or set-in ink stains easier to remove.