I usually always have trouble removing the backing from Printed Treasures fabric. What I do is make a tiny rip in the top of the backing, then press the backing with a hot iron. You may need to hold the iron in the area with the small rip for a few seconds. Once the backing is hot, it will peal right off with no problem. I really heat the top and start pealing. I sometimes have to stop and place the iron on the bottom section if it has cooled off too much. Try the hot iron on the backing. It works! The hot iron is much better and faster than soaking in water.