after you print the patterns,you should trim off the seam allowences.this makes removing the paper much easier.it also makes the seams more accurate because they are thin.then as you sew each seam trim it to the seam allowance you want.don't get stuck on 1/4 in.it isn't always necessary.shorten your stitch length.and be careful not to disturb the stitches too much as you pull the paper off.have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!