Not sure if we are on the same line here, but I like to put special designs in my borders. I like a paper called 'golden thread', it comes in a 12" and 18" wide roll. I cut strips the width of my border, trace my design on it, pin it to my border and sew through it. It comes off very easy after because of the stitching, but doesn't tear otherwise. Durable and easy to use.