Backings
(also known as stabilisers)
The quality of the backings can affect the quality of embroidery.
Our range of backings are of the best quality and we stock various materials for different applications.
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Cutaway
Cutaway is an ideal backing backing where it will come in contact with the skin - Tshirts or sweatshirts for example. It is ideal for jackets and items that need more stability. Cutaway is a permanent stabilizer it will remain on the fabric and keep it stable, during and after embroidery. 1m wide
CUTAWAY: Medium – Heavy Cutaway. Heavy Cutaway V530B (Black) 100cms x 50yds $ 48.00 +GST
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Tearaway
The tearaway backing is recommended for stable non-stretch fabrics such as denim, canvas, corduroy, and waterproofed fabrics.
Called "bi-directional", it tears in both directions. 1m wide
Medium – Heavy tearaway white T56W (White) 100cms x 100M $ 58.00 + GST
Medium – Heavy tearaway black T56B $64.00 + GST
Heavy Tearaway T71W (white) 100cms x 100 M $ 65.00 + GST
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Solvy
Solvy stabiliser is used on the top side of piled fabric such as towels, polar fleece and similar fabrics. It washes away easily and completely.
It is an milky film and after embroidered, will tear away easily from the stitches. Any residue is dissolved off with a light spray of water and wiped with a damp cloth. It will also disappear when washed.
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RINSEAWAY
.61CMS X 5M : $18.00 + GST. A "must have" for lace embroidery
You only need to use one layer It is not a film and so it dissolves quickly It is very stable in both directions so won't stretch It is a non woven product and so it does not perforate like some films It does not have an unpleasant smell like some other products. Rinse-away will dissolve quickly in cold water but will dissolve even more in luke warm water.
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Polymesh Plus and Fuse
"No Show mesh, exciting new embroidery solution for single layer application featuring the most stable polymesh on the market. It's more than just polymesh...
Soft sheer and translucentMinimizes stabilizer show-through on light colored fabricsJust a single layer for best "no show" resultsIdeal for lightweight knits - keeps outlines on track when hooped in with your knit fabricUse with any woven where softness is a considerationPerfect for sheer fabrics - translucent and soft
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POLYMESH FUSIBLE 25cms x 5M: $10.00 + GST
Same qualities as polymesh plus but "iron on" Perfect for ironing onto the bak of your embroidery, to eliminate a rough area that may irritate the skin – babies clothes, children's clothes.
Email us for a current pricelist at enquiries@istec.com.au