Which brand are you trying? I use Mountain Mist occasionally and have no problems. I Start out in the middle and flatten out as I press moving outward,applying pressure, then turn to the back and do the same, I do pin around the edges to reinforce.
I am thinking maybe the batting you got is too old maybe? I was told that these things do go bad eventually. So sorry for your troubles.
Originally Posted by SueSew
I tried dampening by using iron on steam with steam-push button
It occurred to me maybe it is because I starched it first.
Dampening and steam helped but it still peels right off as soon as I pick it up. The pressure of the stiff batting is more than the adhesive glomming it to the fabric can take.
I am trying another fabric which hasn't been touched by magic sizing, but it doesn't seem to make a difference
Thanks for your suggestion - I'll keep trying.