Quilt Mom--Thanks. As I said earlier--use starch. I use StaFlo reconstituted in a 2:1 ratio of water to liquid starch. Pour into a spray bottle and you are ready to go at a cheap price. If the sprayer won't spray rinse the assembly with warm water.
One of the things I've learned is to be precise in cutting. I love the narrow black lines on Creative Grids rulers with the non slip backing. I have the 2 1/2, 3 1/2, and 4 1/2" sizes. I became even more accurate in sewing when I began using a 1/4 inch foot.
Good luck in sewing smaller!