It is better stabilizer for lace work, free standing embroidery patchess, and many other related items. You can embroider directly onto the backing film, (same procedure as the melt-away embroidery backing) and release it when your work is desired, just by washing it in tap water (15) or in your laundry. It dissolves in cold water in 60 seconds, without any slight residual fiber. It gives your work better appearance, and will never change the color of your fabrics, which will greatly promote your sales. It is non-toxic and anti-static electro.