The Embroidery Ultra Soluble backing can be placed under fabric or cord as a stabiliser, or on top of fabric, or simultaneously sandwiched under and on top of fabric. The Ultra Soluble backing is perfect for all types of lace, reinforced buttonholes, edge reinforcement,needle painting, monogramming, applique, 3D work. Before you use lightweight Solvy (and/or Super Solvy) as a stabilizer under your machine embroideries, be aware that they do not support as many stitches as tear-away or cut-away stabilizers, so carefully consider your design choice. Because all Sulky Water Soluble Stabilizers are made from non-woven materials they don’t stretch in any direction.