I use regular copy paper and a short stitch lenght (1.0). Some use news print , but I can't get it to run through my copier without jamming. I am sure Carol Doak has instructions on her web site. It did take me a bit to gat the hang of it, but once I did .. wow what wonderful results ! One hint ... when you first start increase the size of the fabric pieces, till you get the hang of it.