Rachel

Can't she use freezer paper when she irons it, then just peel it off?

Pam

I bought a large teflon sheet that I use for a press sheet at Menards, it is like Lowe's. I paid $5 for it. The same sheet in the LQS, with pretty packaging is $12

ktbb

hadn't thought to check out the hardware stores, thanks...lots cheaper!

and regarding use of freezer paper - she might be able to use it, but if the waxy surface of the freezer paper stuck to the glue, would she be able to adhere another fabric to the side that had previously been next to the freezer paper? Would the wax prevent the glue from sticking? Time for experimenting, I suppose. Since I already have the parchment and know it is intended to NOT stick...I'll probably continue to use that.

marsye

oops! Guess I read too fast :oops:

Katiequilts

Thank you everyone for your help!! I think I'll go to a different fabric store and try to find the Steam a Seam or Wonder Under with a paper backing!!!

Prism99

Wonder Under is sold on the bolt. Steam-a-Seam (which I prefer) is sold in packages of sheets. You can usually find these hanging in the notions area where the velcro, etc. is.

Steam-a-Seam is softer than Wonder Under. Also, with Steam-a-Seam, after you have fused it to your fabric and cut out your design, you can remove the paper and position it on your background like a post-it note. The positioning isn't permanent until you fuse again with your iron.

ann clare

Welcome from Ireland. Very interesting topic. I have learned something new today. Thank you.

ckcowl

there is no wax on freezer paper, it has a plastic coating..that does not come off on your fabric, it just adheres to the fabric but can be peeled off without leaving any residue. it sounds as if you are trying to use a fusable like stitch witchery...which is great for (seamless) hems, patches ect...try finding either wonderunder or steam-a-seam, or just ask for "paper-back fusable" there are a number of different brands...then you can draw on (and iron on) the paper side and adhere the fusable side to the fabric. i have been 'playing' with freezer paper for years,, it is one of the most important 'tools' in my sewing room, it does not work to try to use it to keep the fusable off the iron, the plastic adheres to the fusable and DOES NOT COME OFF.

Seanette

I wound up with an iron-on interfacing (and I TOLD the salesclerk I needed something appropriate to applique). One rough adhesive side, one fibery side that does NOT peel off (believe me, I tried!).

abonda

Thanks Pam I have lots of trouble getting the fusing off my iron as it builds up when you do alot of appique. Great tip. Now when my husband uses the iron I won't here him yelling! Thanks again. I'm going use your tip.