The paper I have found to work best, for me at least, is examination table paper or deli paper sheets if doing smaller block stencils. The stencil I am currently using is 12”, the examination paper is wider so I cut off the excess and save it for when quilting borders. Both of these papers are a little stringer than tissue but tear off easily. And if I have some smaller areas hard to get to a little bit of water helps. I bought examination paper online and the deli papers my local restaurant supply store.