Sunnie

I think I am in love with Thangles for their accuracy as all of my HSTs are coming out perfect.
BUT, I find it frustrating to remove the paper. Is there a shortcut or easy way? I have only done 11 of 62 blocks. And each block has 4 HSTs so there are 104 to go...HELP I need an easier way to remove the paper.

Susann

I bought a package for a project next month. I thought I'd lay a straight edge (like a ruler) along the seam fold it a couple of times and tear. Don't know if it'll work but worth a try.

SHELTIE'SMAMA

When I paper piece I shorten my stitch length and it perforates the paper better. I also found that with time and practice you do get more efficient at paper removal.

bj

I've seen it done where you fold the paper along the stitch line, then sew right next to the fold. When you're through sewing the paper is not stitched down. I've never tried it though.

Sunnie

I will try this and let you know. I wish I had a metal ruler, but I'll try a plastic.
Thanks.

Sunnie

I did change to a shorter stitch and it does work much better. Thanks.

Peckish

I don't know what kind of paper Thangles uses... but when I paper-piece, I use vellum. Ironing it seems to make it brittle and tear off easily.

Having said that, I'm like an earlier poster - most of the time I don't sew through the paper, I fold on the line and sew right next to it. The only time I sew through the paper is when I think the block/fabric needs stabilizing.

QuiltnNan

i fold back when paper piecing also

bibliostone

When I tear the paper, I always start in the middle with my thumb under the larger piece and tear out to the ends. Seems to go quickly without ripping out any of the stitches.

PurplePassion

What is Vellum? is it like onion skin paper from type writer days? And where do you get it?