TEARAWAY/WASHAWAY STABILIZER This stabilizer is ideal for open work designs and lightweight cottons or linens. The stabilizer is easily torn away without distorting stitches or harming delicate fabrics Designs retain the non-water soluble part of the stabilizer remnants (under the stitches) throughout the life of the garment keeping the embroidery looking good. Easy to remove from around embroidery. Eliminates backing shadow or show through.