Use Dryer Sheets for Embroidery

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T&T Grandma

I have picked up stabilizer very inexpensively by the yard. As the others stated, there are chemicals in these sheets, first and foremost. What ever fabric you are afixing it to, will have oil like stains that may never come out.
If you are looking for stabilizer, go to a fabric warehouse, get non adhesive interfacing of what ever stiffness you want. This is stabilizer. Check with a local business that does embroidery for their suppliers. Check ebay. I picked up a whole bunch at a garage sale, someone got tired of their projects and moved them out. We have a clothing 'factory' here which sells cheaply end bolts, supplies, and I frequent their public sales.

By

Jean & Maggie

Please be aware that ALL dryer sheets have very toxic chemicals in them. I would not use them for anything, including putting in with clothes!

By

my3boys

I would not do this, the cost of repairs to your machine would be far greater then the savings of not buying stabilizer. After how much I've spent on my embroidery machine I will not gunk it up with stuff not made for it.

By

rasta

Be careful on using the sheets before they have been used. The residue could clog your machine and cause damage.

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Cyinda

Great idea! This would also work for applique sewing too. Thanks!

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Becca25

I don't embroider but I want to say this is an amazing idea. Same basic principles as expensive stabilizer for free (considering you use them in the dryer).