Thank you Prism. Your explanation makes perfect sense. I am hand appliquing this time but would like to try machine as well. And I remember that paste! Wonder if I can find it around here.
Part of the problem may have been that I used a superwide glue stick. It is supposed to be washable but this is the kind I prefer for my classroom because it does keep stuff stuck together better than some other brands. (So, duh on me, wanting it to unstick quickly). I will pick up some Dritz if I decide to try this way again.
Thanks again, have to get off this computer and get some stuff done!
lots2do