Don’t fret over spilled inkwe’ve got you covered with these simple steps.

But don’t rub!

Blot and move to a clean area of the cloth as the ink transfers to prevent smearing.

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Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol.

Rub the swab on an interior seam or hidden upholstered area.

Treat the Ink Stain

No rubbing alcohol on hand?

Head to the liquor cabinet and grab some gin or vodka.

Don’t use any brown liquor unless the leather is the same shade of brown.

Dry the Area and Condition the Leather

Additional Tips to Get Ink Stains Out of Leather