Abstract: The invention pertains to an improved fiber-removing and dye transfer process including a mixture of an acidification agent, a thickener, a solvent, a polymer and a various modifying agents for producing a design on a cellulose fiber containing material. Secondly, the invention provides an improved thermoplastic composition for use in the fiber-removing and an optional dye transfer process. The invention also provides a process for forming a continuous or patterned film on a substrate using the improved composition and for applying the improved composition in a particularized format to a substrate for selectively removing cellulose fibers and optional coloring agents.

Abstract: A composition for removing cellulose fibers includes an acidification agent such as aluminum sulfate and sodium bisulfate, a humectant such as glycerine, xanthan gum as a thickening agent, and water as the balance. The composition is mixed to a pseudoplastic state having substantial homogeneity, and may be applied to fabric according to a method of removing cellulose-containing fibers.