BellaBoo

I like the removable tape on the roll. It's wider but I just move it over 1/4 at a time. It doesn't leave any residue at all. Also I found a whole box of Steri Strips, at a yard sale for .25. They are 1/4 wide. I use them for small blocks or spaces. They are probably available at the pharmacy.

bearisgray

That's good to know. I was looking for 1/4 inch tape with the masking tapes at various stores and never saw any.

no1jan

I just used Collins brand and have the same problem. It won't come off. When calling the company, it was made by Dritz. I hate their products!!!

granniebj

I've never tried any kind but sounds interesting. Painters tape would be good if it came in 1/4 inch strips....think I'll check em out next time I'm out and about.

no1jan

I tried for an hour and couldn't get the tape off. Finally took a wet cloth and rubbed and rubbed till I got most of it off. Thank goodness it is on the inside of a border. I sent an e-mail to Dritz as they have no phone number listed.

Collins company was very nice but had no answers!

Ninnie

I have used the 1/4 in tape a lot, and never heard of this before. maybe it was just a fluke.

Cathie_R

That's what I use to mark grid line for hand quilting.

ann clare

I have used 1/4" quilting tape for years and never had a problem. Must be a faulty batch. With some cheaper brands of masking tape I do have that problem.

lclang

When you unroll your painters/masking tape check to see how sticky it is. If it seems too sticky put it on your slacks, the fabric of your sofa or chair, or whatever fabric is handy and it will pick up enough really fine lint to make it less sticky and it will come off without any problem.

renee765

I had the same thing happen. Fortunately, I discovered that the tape was leaving sticky stuff on the fabric the first time I used it. I haven't used the tape since.