What is press cloth? (this question could also be called "Have you ever used "stitch witchery"? Can you help me?)

What is press cloth? (this question could also be called "Have you ever used "stitch witchery"? Can you help me?)
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Yup! Anything rather thin, to protect your garment. An old pillowcase or washcloth will do.
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