Just had this same discussion in another thread in this section. I use Golden Threads paper, which is gold in color and is a thin tissue type of paper. It comes on a roll. I trace the pattern, then cut around the pattern and pin it onto the top of the quilt. After quilting, I tear off most of it, and leave what doesn't come off. After it's finished, I look for pieces I can remove easily, but the rest comes out when I wash the quilt.