Stain Removal: Ballpoint Pen Stains

On washable material, scrape off as much as possible, then cold rinse; soak overnight in biological washing powder, then wash. Bleaching of white fabric may be necessary.

For ballpoint pen stains on non-washable material, scrape off as much as possible; then I'm afraid you will probably have to take it to the cleaners.

Ballpoint pen on your best suede jacket or bag? Very carefully, try gently rubbing an emery board or fine sandpaper on the offending mark.

See also Ink.