Embroidery Washaway Dissolvable 1.21oz Non-Woven - 10" x 10yd Roll (#CW201)
Lightweight 1.21 oz water-soluble non-woven embroidery stabilizer designed to provide reliable support during stitching and dissolve away with water for a clean, backing-free finished design.
Characteristics
Embroidery Washaway Dissolvable 1.21oz Non-Woven is a lightweight water-soluble embroidery stabilizer designed to provide temporary support during machine embroidery while allowing the backing to be removed with water after stitching is complete.
Unlike traditional cut-away or tear-away backing that remains partially attached to the finished embroidery, this wash-away material is designed to dissolve when exposed to water. This makes it an excellent choice for applications where visible or permanent backing is undesirable.
The 1.21 oz non-woven construction provides stability during embroidery, helping control fabric movement while reducing shifting, puckering, and distortion around the stitched design. Its lightweight construction makes it useful for delicate applications where heavier permanent backing could negatively affect the appearance or feel of the finished product.
Washaway stabilizer is especially useful for freestanding lace, patches, appliqué work, decorative embroidery, sheer fabrics, and lightweight materials, as well as projects where both sides of the finished embroidery may remain visible.
It can also be used when embroidering difficult or unstable materials that require temporary support during stitching but should not retain a conventional backing after production.
Supplied in a convenient 10" wide x 10-yard roll, the material can be cut to the size required for different hoops and embroidery designs. This minimizes unnecessary material usage while giving embroiderers flexibility for a wide range of projects.
After embroidery is complete, excess stabilizer can be trimmed away before the remaining material is dissolved with water. Once properly removed, the embroidery remains while the temporary stabilizer is eliminated, producing a clean and professional finished appearance.
- Water-soluble embroidery stabilizer
- Lightweight 1.21 oz construction
- Non-woven material
- Provides temporary support during machine embroidery
- Dissolves with water after embroidery
- Eliminates permanent backing from the finished design
- Helps stabilize fabric during stitching
- Helps reduce fabric movement and shifting
- Helps minimize puckering and distortion
- Ideal when backing may be visible from either side
- Excellent for freestanding lace
- Suitable for patches and appliqué work
- Useful for decorative embroidery
- Suitable for sheer and lightweight fabrics
- Useful for delicate embroidery applications
- Can be used for projects requiring complete stabilizer removal
- Roll format allows material to be cut to the required size
- Helps minimize unnecessary material waste
- 10" roll width accommodates a variety of embroidery hoops
- Suitable for commercial and production embroidery
- Cut a piece of Washaway stabilizer large enough to extend beyond the embroidery area and provide secure hooping.
- Position the stabilizer underneath the fabric when using it as embroidery backing.
- Hoop the fabric and stabilizer securely while avoiding excessive stretching or distortion.
- Use additional layers when necessary for designs with higher stitch counts or materials requiring additional support.
- Complete the embroidery normally using appropriate thread, needle, and machine settings for the fabric.
- After embroidery, trim away excess stabilizer close to the outside of the design when appropriate.
- Dissolve the remaining stabilizer with water according to the requirements of the project.
- Allow the finished embroidery to dry completely after removing the stabilizer.
- Always confirm that the garment, fabric, thread, and other materials are suitable for exposure to water before using wash-away stabilizer.
- Test unfamiliar fabrics and designs before beginning a full production run.
- Keep unused material clean and dry.
- Store the roll away from water, excessive moisture, and high humidity to prevent premature deterioration or dissolving.
