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…

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.

This beginner hand applique tutorial will help you master the basic technique of applique, as well as help develop your hand sewing skills. Click through for step by step instructions, and discover how versatile applique can be for all your creative sewing projects. #sewingbeginners #ilovesewing #learntosew

Over the last couple of weeks, I've been learning how to do needle turn applique; the second and third borders in the Midnight at the Oasis quilt involve a lot of applique, something I haven't done a lot of. I will be talking more about the different applique options in my QAL post this Friday, but this is a fairly long tutorial so I thought I'd dedicate a whole post to it :o) Needle turn applique (where you turn the raw edge of the applique piece under with your needle as you sew it to the…

Learn how to make the Blanket Stitch plus 6 variations of the stitch with this complete step-by-step photo tutorial including stitching tips.

Hand applique using blanket stitch and Tailor's buttonhole stitch.

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

Follow these easy instructions to learn how to do needle turn applique, a traditional form of hand applique.

When it comes to the art of appliqué, beginning with felt is a great way to learn and practice. Appliqué is simply attaching a small piece of fabric to a larger piece of fabric, usually to create a decorative bit of fiber art. Felt is a great fabric for appliqué work because you can cut it however

What happens with your applique edges?! This is one of those things where I have to think about the project and everything to decide what kind of applique edge I will be doing to finish the project.