Why use a topper? Embroidery topper is not a stand-alone stabilizer but used on top of your project. It's used to keep your embroidery stitches from sinking into the weave or nap of your fabric. Toppers are most commonly used when embroidering on towels, but almost all embroidery can be improved by using a topper. StitcH2O is removed from your embroidery with water, and the excess tears away easily. It is the perfect topper for keeping stitches from sinking into the fabric.