Applique ideas

I actually really LOVE the art of appliqué! Even though I don't use it that much (practically never) but I do love seeing others' works on the Internet and appreciate the artistry so much :) My October project that I've mentioned earlier in this post is also appliqué-friendly and, personally, I'm going to experiment a little in this field! So I thought if anyone wants to try the same I should tell a bit more about the methods of applique in advance. Method 1 So, the first thing you should…

You don't always have to buy pricey quilt appliqué templates. Check out this list of 20+ unique household items to use for appliqué templates.

I used to struggle with applique; I’d be holding and pinning tiny shapes to fabric and trying to stitch them in place with great frustration. Then I discovered the secret element of using an …

How to cut out applique pieces with precision using the freezer paper method.

Those of you who are following along with the construction of Twilight Gardens may have been wondering about the applique coming up in block...

Discover over 20 different applique techniques and sewing tutorials. Learn how to incorporate applique into your sewing projects with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewer, these tutorials will help you enhance your skills and create beautiful applique designs. From raw edge applique to needle-turn applique, you'll find a variety of techniques to try out.

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Today's roundup is of raw edge applique techniques. This is probably my "go to" way to create applique projects. I love how fast you can create this way!

Learn how to applique by hand using Wonder Under or Heat 'n Bond to make pretty embroidery hoops or other projects. Step by step video.

A complete step by step beginners guide to turned edge machine applique with interfacing. Includes video tutorial! Learn to applique in no time!

A beautiful applique quilt seen at the Arizona State Fair, this detail view and the previous close-up show just a bit of the glory created in fabric. I was most impressed by the buttonhole stitch used to fix down the patches of fabric. Well done! This entry is by Gerlinde Hruzek, in the class for CC/S Seniors, Age 65 and Over, Class 183 Pictoral. She won a First Place prize for this quilt.

Quilting free Tutorials. Step-by-Step Instructions for Needle-Turn Applique, Freezer-Paper Applique and Fusible Applique

Here is a quick tutorial on how to get started on a strawberry and apple button appliqué like I used to make my strawberry and apple pouches. Strawberry Button Appliqué Tutorial Supplies The strawb…

We are always so excited when the Academy of Appliqué class catalog comes out, and this year is no exception. What is the Academy of Appliqué, you might ask? Well, it is one wonderful week in March, where many come not just to learn new skills, but they come from around the world to spend time with others who love this art form. It is a place where life-long friendships are formed, though one might only see that friend once a year at this special event. I (Kara) have even seen one of these…

Learn different ways to do quilt applique, including machine and hand stitch applique, and use products like template plastic, fusible web and interfacing.

Bo | Here comes the Bondaweb! The 'sticky' paper I'm using for my birds appliques here! bondaweb is the ultimate solution for appliqué projects.… | Instagram

Appliques are a unique and beautiful way to add a little pizzazz to any project you’re working on, but if you’re wondering how to apply an applique with a sewing machine correctly, not to worry because it is much easier than you think. At one time, sewers thought the only way to get an applique […] Read more...