What else can I use as backing? Only my second project.

I have stitched out many of their designs. I use 2 layers of H20 Gone. All my FSL stitches out fine with this. It is not clear--more like fabric. I also use a washable glue stick and glue my left over pieces together so I can use it again. H&*

Try the fiberous kind (also called Vilene - some brands call it wet and gone or wash and gone) - it seems to work well for me. I understand you can also use the Ultra Solvy (much thicker than regular Solvy) but I have not tried it.

Thanks for the question and comments! So helpful as I read to learn about FSL. *s

I have only just been experimenting too with FSL and found that the Gutermann Ultra Solvy I'm sure there are other brands but this is the only one I have found) is AMAZING! Nothing else worked for me until now. It is pretty expensive. Around $35 for 5m and 25cm wide. (5.47yds X 9.84") It is great but don't let it soak for more than 20min (max) as it's better with a little stiffness left in it!
Just noticed on the box it is made in Italy.Might have to go over there to buy LOTS and LOTS of it! He he.
Kathy

1 comment

by katmug 30 Oct 2010

Flower for all!

I did some FSL today with my new thread from Metro, I used 2 layers of the fibreous stabilizer I think it is called Vilene and that worked fine, I have some other clear stabilizer called Romeo it is really thick, the packet says it is quality Aquafilm from England I am trying that tomorrow will advise how it goes...Hugs Sally

when i have a hole in mines i put a new solvy over that on the top
so on some places i have 4 layers but only when it need
hugs Sonja

if you use organza or chiffon and need to remove the very fine fringing left after cutting it free simply put your iron onto hot and make sure it is stood up . then carefully bring the edge of the fringing on the ornament close to the hot iron surface, no need to touch it as the heat will simply shrivel them away leaving a nice clean edge
annie in the uk
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cra...

1 comment

by dlmds 30 Oct 2010

Thank you this is a wonderful idea. H&*

Using Solvy, you need Ultra Solvy for FSL. Plain Solvy or even super Solvy is not thick enough and should only be used as a topper. As everyone says, a fibrous material works much better.

1 comment

by edithfarminer 30 Oct 2010

I second that, only use ultra solvy and you will have no more trouble

Just saw a good tip in another place here. Just to add layer of light weight tulle. I think I will try that maybe you should to use the stuff you have.

try pointetopointe.com they have the best WSS, $5.50 a yard including shipping and handling,I think they yard is about 60" wide.
http://www.pointetopointe.com/sit...

1 comment

by crafter2243 29 Oct 2010

Thanks I had ordered from them before but couldn find it anymore. I love it and never had any problems with it

I use a mesh WSS which is like a extra thin fabric.