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How to Choose the Correct E-Zee Backing
How to Choose the Correct E-Zee Backing
Backing provides the stability—literally, the foundation -- for your embroidery. How do you choose the right one? A logical approach is to study the “feel” or the “hand” -- the tactile nature -- of the garment or item to be embroidered. Ask yourself these questions:
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Is it smooth (even “slippery”)? It may require an adhesive backing.
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Is it textured? It may need a topping in addition to a permanent backing.
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Will it have “interaction” (as a golf or tennis shirt)? A soft backing with a good hand may be in order.
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Is it static, hung on a wall? A ?bold' backing will make it crisp and strong.
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Is it heavy? A tough and durable backing is called for.
General E-Zee Backing Tips
IF THE FABRIC TO BE EMBROIDERED IS
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Stable
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Unstable
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Lightweight (1.5-2.0 oz.) Cut Away or No Show
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No Show
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Medium (1.8-2.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Medium (2.5 oz.) Cut Away
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Heavy (2.5-3.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Heavy (3.0 oz.) Cut Away
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Textured
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Colored
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Stick On Adhesive for Nap
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Black or Beige
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Heavy (3.0 oz.) Cut Away for Pile
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Sheer or Delicate
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Worn against the skin
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Weblon or Poly Mesh
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Medium (1.8-2.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Fuse Iron-On
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Heavy (2.5-3.0 oz.) Tear Away
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IF LAUNDERING REQUIREMENTS ARE
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Commercial wash
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Delicate wash
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Medium (1.8-2.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Lightweight (1.5-2.0 oz.) Cut Away
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Heavy (2.5-3.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Fuse Iron-On
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Domestic wash
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Dry clean
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Lightweight (1.0-1.5 oz.) Tear Away
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Lightweight (1.5-2.0 oz.) Cut Away
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Medium (1.8-2.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Fuse Iron-On
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Heavy (2.5-3.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Medium (2.0-2.5 oz.) Specialty
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IF YOUR STITCH COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS ARE
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Heavy
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Light
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Heavy (2.5-3.0 oz.) Tear Away
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Lightweight (1.5-2.0 oz.) Cut Away
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Appliqué use
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Freestanding or Non-Hooped use
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Heat Seal
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Stick On Adhesive
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Crinoline
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Heat Melt Away
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