How do I use a sticky-back stabilizer?

Hoop the stabilizer on its own with the adhesive-coated side up. The coating is water soluble, so activate it following the package directions (typically a light dampening, not a soak), then press the item onto the tacky surface, let it set and stitch.

Sticky-Back or plain Wash-Away?

Use Sticky-Back for hard-to-hoop items and low stitch count designs on sheers. Use plain Wash-Away for freestanding lace and cutwork, where the stabilizer carries more stitching.

Trim the excess, then rinse in cool water. Both the mesh and the adhesive are water soluble, so nothing is left behind on the sheer fabric.

How does it compare to OESD AquaMesh Plus?

AquaMesh Plus is also an opaque water-soluble mesh with a water-soluble adhesive coating for hard-to-hoop items and sheers. They do the same job; AquaMesh Plus comes in 10" and 20" widths.

Tear-away, cut-away or wash-away: which stabilizer do I need?

Tear-away is for stable woven fabrics where no backing should stay behind: it supports the stitching, then tears off. Cut-away stays in the project permanently and is the right choice for knits, sweatshirts and anything that stretches, because the stitches need support through every wash. Wash-away dissolves in water and is for freestanding lace, sheers and projects where no trace of stabilizer can remain.

Wash-away Sticky-back 20in x 5yd - Linda's Electric Quilters

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Wash-away Sticky-back 20in x 5yd

Name: Wash-away Sticky-back 20in x 5yd
Brand: Checker Distributor
SKU: CDS-KDST124
Price: 58.39 USD
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Kimberbell Wash-Away Sticky-Back is a water-soluble mesh with a water-soluble adhesive coating. Hoop it on its own and float items that are hard to hoop on top. It is made for sheer, lightweight fabrics such as chiffon and organza, and for low stitch count designs where all of the stabilizer must come out afterward.

The 20" width is for large hoops and bigger items. Kimberbell Wash-Away stabilizers dissolve quickly in cool water. For freestanding lace and denser work, use plain Wash-Away.

Specifications

Type	Wash-away (water-soluble) mesh with water-soluble adhesive
Weight	Lightweight
Fusible	No; sticky-back adhesive
Width x length	20" x 5 yards
Best for	Sheer fabrics (chiffon, organza), hard-to-hoop items, low stitch count designs
Removal	Dissolves in cool water
Care	Follow the fabric care instructions
Also available as	12" x 5 yd · Wash-Away 20" x 10 yd · Wash-Away Topping
SKU	CDS-KDST124

~90 4" x 4" hoop cuts
6" x 6"

~44 5" x 7" hoop cuts
8" x 10"

~26 6" x 10" hoop cuts
9" x 13"

~16 8" x 12" hoop cuts
11" x 15"

Cuts are the hoop size plus about 2" each way, laid along the 5-yard length at the 20" width and turned where that fits more. Counts are approximate and assume no waste.

How do I use a sticky-back stabilizer?: Hoop the stabilizer on its own with the adhesive-coated side up. The coating is water soluble, so activate it following the package directions (typically a light dampening, not a soak), then press the item onto the tacky surface, let it set and stitch.
Sticky-Back or plain Wash-Away?: Use Sticky-Back for hard-to-hoop items and low stitch count designs on sheers. Use plain Wash-Away for freestanding lace and cutwork, where the stabilizer carries more stitching. Wash-Away 20" x 10 yd
How do I remove it?: Trim the excess, then rinse in cool water. Both the mesh and the adhesive are water soluble, so nothing is left behind on the sheer fabric.
How does it compare to OESD AquaMesh Plus?: AquaMesh Plus is also an opaque water-soluble mesh with a water-soluble adhesive coating for hard-to-hoop items and sheers. They do the same job; AquaMesh Plus comes in 10" and 20" widths. AquaMesh Plus 20"
Tear-away, cut-away or wash-away: which stabilizer do I need?: Tear-away is for stable woven fabrics where no backing should stay behind: it supports the stitching, then tears off. Cut-away stays in the project permanently and is the right choice for knits, sweatshirts and anything that stretches, because the stitches need support through every wash. Wash-away dissolves in water and is for freestanding lace, sheers and projects where no trace of stabilizer can remain. See a cut-away option