Originally Posted by
omaluvs2quilt
I just use one of those sticky rollers, works great for me! I just dab, not roll, otherwise you can pull lots of attached threads too.
This is what I do too. I use my ripper and cut about every 7-8 stitch on either the top or the bottom. Then I pull on the intact thread (on the opposite side that I cut the stitches) and it will usually pull out without distorting the fabrics and comes in one long piece. Then I use the lint roller on both sides to pick up the little threads left behind.