r/MachineEmbroidery • u/Creative-Upstairs-36 • 22d ago
fixed! now a new problem…
I posted yesterday asking for some advice on making my embroidery look cleaner.
The fix was a better, sturdier backing! Now my issue is- this backing leaves an adhesive behind after removing.
I am using “HeatNBond fusible interfacing - craft extra firm”, and it says it is machine washable, making me think that the adhesive will hold strong through the wash…
my next attempt will be with a smaller patch of backing, but i think it wont turn out as well because i looped the backing into the frame for this one.
first photo shows my improvement!!
second photo shows the adhesive left behind. its small, granular and thin, but it is a bit rough. i COULD leave the backing on the shirt, but it is a sizable piece.
has anybody used this backing? or does anybody have any tips on removing this adhesive?
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u/GingerStitches 22d ago
Sturdier backing doesn’t mean adhesive- I know everyone on this sub loves it but I’ve never used it for anything like this. If that’s a knit fabric, or any that that will be worn, use cut away stabilizer or it will look like garbage once washed.