New brothread Water-Soluble Embroidery Stabiliser 12" x 4.6 m — Sticky, Printable

New brothread 12" x5YDS Sticky Water Soluble Embroidery Stabiliser is a printable, self-adhesive stabiliser that holds fabric in place during embroidery and fully dissolves in cold or warm water when you’re finished.

If you embroider on small, delicate, or textured fabrics, this sticky water-soluble paper stabiliser gives temporary support without leaving any backing residue. It bonds firmly to fabric with a peel-off release sheet, accepts ink or handwriting for pattern transfer, and rinses away cleanly, making it suitable as both a backing and a topping for hand or machine work.

How does this stabiliser keep fabric from shifting during embroidery?

The adhesive side adheres to the back of the fabric to stop sliding, puckering, and misalignment while stitching. Because it’s fabric-like, the stabiliser moves naturally with the textile rather than creating a rigid layer.

• Strong permanent-style adhesive sticks securely to fabric without basting or spray.
• Printable surface allows accurate pattern placement before stitching.
• Thin, flexible sheet preserves hooping accuracy and stitch tension.

Will this really disappear after washing?

Yes — the product is formulated to dissolve completely in cold or warm water so there’s no backing left to pick or rub away. Rinsing after stitching removes the stabiliser and any soluble ink, leaving only your embroidery behind.

• Cold-water soluble formula eliminates residue concerns.
• Rinse or soak until the sheet is fully dissolved; gentle agitation speeds removal.
• Safe for most fabrics; avoid hot water if using water-erasable pens that can set with heat.

What makes this stabiliser better for small or delicate projects?

The sticky stabiliser is ideal for tiny openings, narrow edges, and napped surfaces where hoops or spray adhesives would be awkward or damaging. It supports areas like collars, cuffs, pockets, caps, and doll clothes without leaving hoop marks or stiff patches.

• Great for textured materials such as velvet, fleece, corduroy, and towels.
• No basting or pinning needed for small or irregular pieces.
• Helps prevent hoop impressions on delicate or piled fabrics.

How should I transfer a design onto the stabiliser for best results?

You can print, copy, or draw your pattern directly on the stabiliser. For light-coloured fabrics, handwriting with a water-erasable marking pen is often preferable because some printer inks may not dissolve completely.

• Printable surface accepts laser and some inkjet prints — test inks first for solubility.
• Use water-erasable pens for light fabrics to avoid residual printer ink.
• Peel the release sheet and stick the pattern in place before stitching.

Who is this for? Crafters, home embroiderers, and small-batch designers who work with delicate, textured, or hard-to-hoop materials will find this New brothread stabiliser especially useful. It’s tailored for those who need precise pattern placement and temporary support that washes away cleanly — ideal for hand embroidery, machine work, cross stitch, quilting details, needle punch, and appliqué on caps, cuffs, dolls, and plush fabrics.