Appliqué 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…

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…

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

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!

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…

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.

Thank you for your interest in our Flora and Fauna blocks! They are no longer free but will be part of a future quilt pattern. February has flown by, and I can't believe that we are already on Block 6! This month's block is the common garden snail, or Schnecke, here in Germany. While I wouldn't want these critters in my garden, they are interesting to look at while hiking in the woods. I saw the two below while walking with the dogs this past summer. At a restaurant in France this past…

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.

How to applique with fusible web!

Make a custom DIY reverse applique sweatshirt with this step-by-step tutorial. This is great for beginners and experienced sewers!