Removing Machine Embroidery

I had a thread tension issue while putting the Moonlit Mansion from Urban Threads onto a flour sack towel. Knowing the towel was a loss, I decided to test removal methods.

I don't have a "Stitch Eraser" so I first tried a seam ripper and scissors. Annoying and very slow.

I tried a 'Body grooming' electric razor. Pretty good results, but still slow.

I tried my Wahl hair clippers. Fail on removing any actual stitching, but it did trim off any thread tails I had left.

I tried a Bic disposable double bladed razor. Wow! It took all sorts of thread off, but it also  put holes into the fabric because I tried it on the front. On the back, It was the best and most effective tool.

Final decisions. Work from the back. Leave the item hooped as long as possible, Don't remove stabilizer until the very last. Keep a lint brush, not a sticky roller, handy and use it frequently.