Freezer paper is still called freezer paper in the UK. There is no separate British name for it, although it’s less commonly found in UK supermarkets than in the US.
If an American craft tutorial asks for freezer paper, you generally need to look for freezer paper, rather than greaseproof paper or baking parchment.
What Is Freezer Paper?
Freezer paper is a thick paper with a plastic coating on one side. It was originally designed for wrapping and protecting food in the freezer from freezer burn, but it’s also widely used for crafts.
For sewing and quilting projects, the coated side can temporarily stick to fabric when pressed with an iron, making freezer paper useful for appliqué, templates and stencilling.
Is Freezer Paper the Same as Greaseproof Paper?
No. Freezer paper has a plastic coating on one side, which gives it different properties from greaseproof paper or baking parchment.
This coating is particularly useful for crafts because freezer paper can temporarily stick to fabric when pressed with an iron. This makes it popular for quilting, appliqué and stencilling.
Greaseproof paper and baking parchment do not work in quite the same way, so they are not direct substitutes for craft projects that specifically call for freezer paper.
Can You Buy Freezer Paper in the UK?
Yes. Freezer paper is available in the UK, particularly from sewing, quilting and craft retailers.
It is usually sold simply as freezer paper, with Reynolds Freezer Paper being one commonly available option.
Useful search terms include:
- Freezer paper
- Reynolds freezer paper
- Quilting freezer paper
- Craft freezer paper