The RNK Water Soluble collection at Linda’s Electric Quilters features water-soluble stabilizer and thread products from RNK Distributing — essential materials for machine embroidery, free-standing lace, and specialty sewing techniques where the stabilizing element must completely disappear once the project is finished. RNK water-soluble products are trusted by embroiderers and quilters for their reliable dissolving performance and ease of use.
What is water-soluble stabilizer used for?
Water-soluble stabilizer is used as a temporary base or topping in machine embroidery. As a topping (over fabric), it prevents stitches from sinking into pile or textured fabrics. As a base, it creates free-standing lace and other embroidery elements that exist independently without a permanent fabric backing. It dissolves completely when rinsed in water.
How do I remove water-soluble stabilizer from finished embroidery?
Simply rinse the finished embroidery in room-temperature or warm water. The water-soluble stabilizer dissolves completely on contact, leaving only the thread design behind. Gently agitate in water for complete dissolution of all stabilizer residue.
Is water-soluble stabilizer safe for all fabric types?
Water-soluble stabilizer works on any fabric that can safely be rinsed or washed in water. Avoid using it on dry-clean-only fabrics or delicate materials that may be damaged by rinsing.
Can I use RNK water-soluble stabilizer for quilting applications?
Yes — water-soluble stabilizer and thread are useful in quilting for basting quilt layers, marking quilting designs that can be rinsed away, and creating specialty quilting elements that benefit from temporary structural support during construction.
